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IDP Education

Strategy and Corporate Development Analyst (Melbourne)

Consulting & Strategy

Posted 18/06/2026
Closes 02/07/2026

East Melbourne, 3002, Melbourne, Victoria

Full time

Not specified

About IDP

IDP is the global leader in international education services, delivering global success to students, test takers and our partners, through trusted human relationships, digital technology and customer research. An Australian‑listed company, we operate in more than 50 countries around the world.

Our team is comprised of over 7,000 people of various nationalities, ages and cultural backgrounds. Proudly customer‑first, our expert people are powered by global technology. Together, we offer unmatched services, helping local dreams become realities, all over the world.

Role purpose

We are looking for a Strategy & Corporate Development Analyst to join our high‑performing central strategy team. Our Strategy & Corporate Development team works at the centre of the business, partnering with senior leaders to shape enterprise strategy, evaluate growth opportunities, and execute high‑impact M&A; and partnerships across global markets.

A great opportunity for strategy or managements consultant ready to move closer to decision‑making, execution and long‑term impact. This role offers the opportunity to apply the consulting toolkit inside a successful ASX‑listed organisation, while gaining direct exposure to Board‑level decisions and tangible outcomes.

Key accountabilities
  • Support enterprise‑wide strategic planning, including the 5‑year plan and annual Board strategy cycles
  • Analyse and evaluate organic and inorganic growth opportunities, including M&A; and partnerships
  • Build advanced financial models and valuations (DCF, business cases, scenario analysis)
  • Lead key workstreams across commercial due diligence, deal execution and integration support
  • Deliver high‑quality insights, presentations and Board papers for senior decision‑makers
  • Monitor industry trends, competitor movements and deal flow in a dynamic global sector
You bring
  • 3–4 years’ experience in strategy or management consulting
  • Strong problem‑solving, analytical and structured thinking capability
  • Advanced financial modelling and data synthesis skills
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication
  • Confidence presenting to senior stakeholders
  • Curiosity, integrity and the confidence to challenge thinking constructively
About The Role

If you’re looking to take your consulting experience further, closer to execution, ownership and impact, this is your role.

  • Work in a small, high‑impact strategy team including ex‑consultants
  • Exposure to strategy, M&A;, digital transformation and global operations
  • Meaningful work aligned to a transparent purpose to transform lives through international education
  • Global organisation with development and career progression pathways
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