SA Business and Markets Leader
Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
The Business & Markets Leader is responsible for shaping and delivering Arup's market strategy in South Australia, ensuring alignment with regional and global priorities. This role drives client engagement, market positioning, and pursuit planning by leveraging deep industry knowledge and strong connections within the Adelaide market. Working closely with the SA State Leader and Local Business Leaders, the role positions Arup for sustainable growth and the successful delivery of high-value projects in a range of disciplines and markets including transport, defence, resources and planning.
The Opportunity
Lead the development and execution of the South Australia Business & Markets strategy aligned with regional and global priorities
Build and maintain senior client relationships across government, agencies, and private sector stakeholders
Drive winning work by overseeing pursuit strategy, bid prioritisation, and pipeline management
Champion a client-centric culture, supporting teams to develop compelling value propositions and improve win rates
Collaborate across local, regional, and global teams to share market intelligence and support integrated "One Arup" delivery
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
Significant experience (15+ years) in transport planning and/or delivery, infrastructure advisory, or integrated planning
Strong network within the Adelaide market, with the ability to generate and influence opportunities
Proven track record of winning and leading major projects or programs
Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen and leadership capability
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact [email protected].
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We have a modern Office space located on the Mezzanine Level at 182 Victoria Square, which was designed to achieve the Living Building Challenge cert. The office has a sustainable fit-out complete with open floor working, dedicated client meeting rooms, quiet rooms, a well equipped kitchen with coffee machines and great views onto Victoria Square and Flinders Street. The office is located and on the doorstep of a wide range of excellent cafes and restaurants, public transport and only a stone's throw away from the Adelaide Central markets.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
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