Professional Development Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
Requisition ID: 102643
Job Category: Consulting
Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Our Advisory team combines technical, social, environmental, and business expertise to deliver evidence-based solutions. We help clients unlock the full potential of their assets and organizations to achieve real results faster.
We are seeking a Professional Development Manager for our Advisory Practice. This role can be located in either Brisbane or Melbourne. Your primary responsibilities will be to manage staff professional development programs, coordinate resourcing and staffing plans, and oversee formal training programs. The mission of this role is critical in supporting the continued rapid growth of the consulting business.
What will you do:
- Manage Professional Development Programs
- Manage the semiannual people review process
- Oversee the formal mentorship and development leader process
- Ensure development plans are in place, and understand development needs and professional and personal challenges and help ensure we develop our people as quickly as possible
- Coordinate Resourcing and Staffing Planning
- Understand specific needs for each project and match staff to the skills and development needs
- Coordinate the project assignments for junior and mid-level staff (analysts, specialists and engagement managers)
- Maintain a staffing plan and identify potential staffing gaps early and work with the practice leaders to develop a plan to fill the gap
- Coordinate with regional recruiters to maintain an up-to-date view on the recruiting pipeline as a potential solution to fill staffing gaps
- Update the work in view and work in hand tools to ensure we have visibility on project and staff needs
- Oversee Formal Training Programs
- Coordinate regional training courses (e.g. Advisory Foundations, Managing High Performing Engagements) and maintain training records
- Collect and update skillsets (functional e.g. transaction due diligence, sourcing, MOS etc.) and project experience records (e.g. Gold producer AISC cost reduction)
- Continuously Improve Programs
- Maintain a 12-month improvement roadmap with enhancements and upgrading to each core responsibility (1, 2 and 3 above)
- Support the onboarding and roll-out of similar roles across other regions as program is rolled out
What you bring to the role:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent post-secondary degree in Business Administration, HR, Engineering or related field.
- Minimum three years of experience in a management consulting firm is preferred.
- Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with high growth, ambiguous and changing circumstances, direction, and strategy
- True hands-on approach as well as demonstrated ability to partner and build relationships.
- Ability to diagnose problems and identify and drive appropriate solutions independently.
- Demonstrated written communication skills and ability to influence change.
- Influencing skills and interfacing with senior members of the business.
- Ability to show effective use of analytics and data
- Advanced use of MS tools (Excel, PowerPoint) for the creation of error-free deliverables with great attention to detail.
- Ability to embrace the larger, broader picture, and use good judgment while also focusing on details and critical thinking
- Demonstrated business acumen and leadership ability
- Resilient and able to thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high level of energy
Why join us?
Apply your business and technical expertise to grow a key part of the Hatch business
What we offer you?
Flexible work environment
Collaborate with leading consultants and technical experts towards a better world through positive change
The opportunity to drive your career
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.