Group Executive - Advocacy & International | Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand

• Drive impactful global advocacy and shape the future of the accounting profession
• Deliver meaningful outcomes for Chartered Accountants
• Full time | Hybrid | Sydney preferred
• International and domestic travel
• Attractive salary packaging and benefits

About the organisation

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is the professional association representing over 139,000 financial professionals, empowering them to deliver meaningful outcomes on businesses, organisations, and communities. Known as ‘Difference Makers’, Chartered Accountants bring exceptional expertise to guide complex decisions and drive sustainable success.

CA ANZ champions the CA designation, upholds the highest ethical standards and safeguards the profession’s reputation through a rigorous code of ethics and disciplinary process. The flagship CA Program blends comprehensive education with practical experience, while ongoing professional development ensures members stay ahead in a dynamic world. Committed to the public good, CA ANZ engages with governments, regulators, and standard setters, advocating for the profession and contributing thought leadership to promote prosperity in Australia and New Zealand.

About the role

As a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team, the Group Executive - Advocacy will be instrumental in shaping strategy, driving change, leading impactful advocacy in areas including taxation, superannuation, sustainability, reporting and assurance, skills and migration and evolving areas such as artificial intelligence. By analysing complex issues and developing practical, strategic solutions to enhance reputation and advocacy efforts, the role will collaborate with key stakeholders both locally and globally and ensure communication strategies, tools, and channels effectively support the organisation’s evolving goals.

This role will be essential in crafting and communicating a compelling functional vision and strategy, delivering exceptional member experiences, promoting an innovative and cohesive workplace culture, and ensuring CA ANZ’s voice is influential both locally and globally on critical issues affecting the accounting profession, business community, and the public.

Reporting to the CEO, the Group Executive - Advocacy & International will be based in Sydney, and will have strategic and operational responsibilities including:

• Strategic Leadership & Change Management: Lead organisational transformation as part of the Executive Team, driving strategy execution, managing risk, and championing a people-first culture.
• Trusted Advisory: Serve as a senior advisor to the CEO, Board and leadership team on advocacy, international, and legislative matters, shaping policy and guiding strategic direction.
• Legislative & Industry Insights: Analyse and interpret complex legislation and industry changes, translating insights into clear, actionable guidance for the organisation and its members.
• Advocacy: Amplify the voice of members on domestic and international stages, advocating for the profession through engagement in global conversations and travel to Canberra, across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.
• Vision & Organisational Capability: Develop and articulate a compelling vision, overseeing programs that enhance functional capability, agility, and long-term resilience.
• People & Culture Development: Nurture high-performing teams through talent development, succession planning, and promoting an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
• Governance & Continuous Improvement: Ensure compliance with legal, privacy, and policy requirements while driving service excellence, creating opportunities for collaboration, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Why work for CA ANZ? 

• Join a leading professional body shaping business and finance.
• Enjoy flexible, hybrid work arrangements.
• Annual bonus potential and professional development opportunities.
• Drive strategic initiatives with a high-performing team.
• Make a meaningful impact on member satisfaction and public sector engagement, not only for the current profession and the future of chartered accountants in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.

About you

The successful Group Executive - Advocacy & International will have:

• CA or equivalent qualification, or relevant tertiary qualification in accounting and/or law.
• Experience working with and influencing large complex teams and organisational structures.
• Demonstrated success in driving strategic initiatives to increase member engagement, strengthen global networks, and elevate professional standing through impactful advocacy and public affairs efforts.
• Forward-thinking, solution-oriented mindset with sound judgment, adept at resolving complex international challenges and balancing stakeholder dynamics.
• Skilled in managing competing priorities and leading with clarity and resilience in high-pressure situations.
• Exceptional public speaking and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, policymakers, and global partners.
• People-focused leadership style, dedicated to inspiring teams, promoting individual growth, and a positive, empowered workplace culture.
• Passionate about championing innovation to evolve advocacy practices and drive long-term global impact.

Interested?

Please apply using the APPLY NOW via this link: https://www.beaumontpeople.com.au/job-details/group-executive-advocacy-international-in-associations-memberships-jobs-1168344

The closing date for applications is 5pm Wednesday 9th April 2025 – however, applications will be reviewed as received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note only applications submitted through the application portal will be considered.

Beaumont People has been retained to recruit for this position on behalf of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand. Please direct all enquiries to Sheridan Bagi or Jo Brown.

To request more information regarding this exciting position, please reach out to us at executivesearch@beaumontpeople.com.au

At Beaumont People, we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we love working with organisations that feel the same way. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed we would be more than happy to discuss how that can be arranged.