Senior Executive, Corporate Strategy

• Grow and shape the corporate strategy function.
• Drive high‑impact strategic initiatives, partnerships, and market expansion
• Newly created position - Make Your Mark

About us:

Established in 2007, CDC Data Centres is Australia and New Zealand’s leading operator of secure, world-class data centre facilities. CDC plays a unique role in the fabric of the nations in which we operate, and we take this responsibility very seriously.

With multiple facilities across Australia and New Zealand, CDC’s diversified operations provide large-scale secure data centre campuses that support co-location, dedicated and hyperscale compute environments, with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.

At CDC, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone’s unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world’s best data centre team.

Our people are committed, tenacious and meticulous in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.

About the role:
As the Senior Executive, Corporate Strategy, you will play a central role across the group in shaping, formalising, and advancing the initiatives, insights, and partnerships that strengthen our position in both the Australian and global markets. Beyond traditional strategy delivery, this role is responsible for building the structure, processes, and discipline required for a high‑impact strategy function; ensuring the organisation can scale, accelerate growth, and remove barriers to execution.

Other responsibilities include:

• Drive the development and delivery of corporate strategies to grow market share, expand into new markets, and unlock future opportunities.
• Identify and execute growth initiatives across corporate development, partnerships, strategic alliances, and potential M&A.
• Lead organisation‑wide strategic initiatives, collaborating with senior leaders, operational teams, and external stakeholders.
• Shape data and AI‑driven insights, assess strategic risks, and establish KPIs for reporting to executives and the Board.
• Design and embed formal strategy processes, governance frameworks, and operating rhythms across the business.
• Provide leadership to cross‑functional teams, scale the strategy function, and translate strategy into commercial outcomes through strong financial and market analysis.

What’s in it for you:

Professionally, you will be working in a high performing environment where decisions are rigorous and timely. You will engage across the entire business to help accelerate growth opportunities and interact with leaders and experts that are very committed to organisational success. Most importantly, this is a role where you can really make your mark and see the tangible results of your actions and contributions.

Personally, in addition to competitive remuneration, CDC offers excellent employment conditions and benefits such as:

• CDC Academy -Make your mark by enhancing your professional development with the CDC Academy. Enrol in specialised training courses that will help you develop skills and ensure you thrive in your chosen career.
• CDC Day - An additional day of paid leave dedicated to nurturing your health and wellbeing.
• Parental Leave - Inclusive and above legislative tenure of parental leave entitlements to help you start, grow and care for your family.
• Volunteer Leave - Make a meaningful difference with 2 days of volunteering leave for any cause or charity of your choice.
• Employment Assistance Program - Be confident that you and your family are supported with access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• CDC Social Events - CDC’s offers staff and their family’s inclusive events that nurtures relationships, connection and friendships across the business. CDC hosts BBQs, family picnics and community events, bringing together CDC staff in different settings.

About you: 

 This role is suited to a senior candidate with proven experience leading strategy, corporate development, or transformation at scale within a complex, high‑growth business, where they have owned outcomes and delivered tangible results.

• Proven experience delivering growth initiatives through business transformation, corporate development, strategic planning, risk management, and financial/market analysis.
• Strong understanding of Australian and international markets, including regulatory, investment and competitive landscapes, with the ability to leverage these for strategic advantage.
• Strong financial, investment and commercial skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including leading cross‑functional teams, managing complex projects, and guiding mixed teams of internal staff and external service providers 

Essential:

Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.

How to Apply:

If you are looking for an opportunity to play a vital role in a fast-growing Australian Technology company and be part of our amazing team, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success. We actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and encourages everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
Applications Close: 11:59pm on Sunday, 22nd of February 2026