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About the Role

Hanbury Strategy is seeking a driven and strategic Account Director with expertise in complex client account management. The successful candidate will have an appetite for developing knowledge, networks, and skills in a fast-paced and collaborative working environment. You will shape strategic client priorities, deepen relationships, and contribute to Hanbury’s ongoing growth. As a key member of our high performing team, you will provide cutting-edge regulatory and political analysis and engagement advice to leading global companies across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

Identify engagement opportunities for clients.
Map and analyse policy risks and opportunities.
Strengthen and deepen networks.
Advise clients on public affairs strategies.
Build strong, trusted relationships with clients, acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day account management.
Help shape client account strategic direction alongside senior colleagues.
Oversee quality control across all outputs.
Contribute to Hanbury’s house view on relevant policy developments.
Provide strategic regulatory and political analysis, engagement advice.
Build and maintain a strong external network of contacts and prospects.
Support the development of business development proposals and pitches.
Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing accounts.
Produce original written content, including policy papers, published blogs, research. reports and marketing material.
Line manage and mentor junior team members.
Delegate effectively and support team development.
Lead by example in work quality, collaboration, and professionalism.
Contribute to internal training and knowledge sharing.
Support the development of a positive Hanbury culture and act as an advocate and ambassador for Hanbury both internally and externally.

Requirements

A solid understanding of the Australian political and regulatory landscape and experience.
Likely 3-5 years of professional experience working in government, politics, a regulator, consultancy, think tank, industry body or in-house public affairs roles.
Dedication to producing high quality work and going the extra mile in a fast paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills to cultivate respectful debate and is not afraid to take risks.
Track record of managing projects and teams in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.
Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
Capable researcher and analyst, able to interpret complex subject matter at pace and turn into tailored, succinct insights.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise advice to stakeholders, both in written and verbal forms.
A driven self-starter who works well independently but equally eager to be part of a dynamic team.
Contributes to a positive working environment and enjoys working with people with a diverse range of backgrounds and opinions.

Skills

Complex client account management
Developing knowledge, networks, and skills
Shaping strategic client priorities
Deepening relationships
Providing regulatory and political analysis
Engagement advice
Interpersonal skills
Risk-taking
Project management
Team management
Organisational skills
Problem-solving skills
Research
Analysis
Interpreting complex subject matter
Tailored insights
Communication skills (written and verbal)
Independent work
Team collaboration

Location

Office in Bridge Street, Sydney

Work Type

Hybrid working
Full-time

Experience Level

3-5 years of professional experience

Salary/Compensations

Competitive and dependent on experience

Benefits

2027 discretionary performance-related bonus scheme
Working hours are 9-6 with one hour for lunch
Sometimes required to join calls outside of Australian working hours
20 days holiday + 4 pro rata
All Australian Bank Holidays
Pension plan 12% superannuation guarantee
Offices in Sydney
Hybrid working set-up based on employee choice
‘Work from Abroad’ for up to 20 days a year
A rich and diverse training and development programme, including internal training sessions and a programme of external trainers and inspirational speakers.

About the Company

Hanbury Strategy is a global government relations and strategic communications firm with 150 employees in Brussels, London, Sydney, and Washington, DC.
Founded in 2016, Hanbury’s bipartisan team of experts use their understanding of policy, politics, and the media to create comprehensive advocacy and communications campaigns that meet clients’ objectives.
Hanbury’s work is supported by best-in-class data and research by Hanbury’s sister company, Stack Data Strategy.
Hanbury’s Sydney office opened in early 2026 to bring its highly successful approach to client service to Australia and New Zealand, and is in active growth mode in support of Hanbury’s mission: “To build a team of exceptional people, who go the extra mile to help companies with their biggest reputation, policy, and regulatory challenges.”

Equal Opportunity

Hanbury Strategy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender or gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex or sexual orientation.
As part of our commitment to equal opportunities, we are open to discussions about alternative working patterns or hours.
Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to be made during recruitment or in employment for reasons associated with your physical or mental health.
We are committed to ensuring everyone is able to fully participate in whatever way is most appropriate for them.