Avant Group

What will you achieve when you step into the world where policy meets innovation? 

Avant Group is Australia’s leading independent grants advisory firm. Our grants advisory team sits at the intersection of finance, policy, and economics, helping clients connect with government capital to drive innovation, growth, and national economic impact. We translate complex policy and regulatory frameworks into actionable strategies, delivering funding outcomes that strengthen competitiveness, accelerate transformative projects, and create tangible value.

About the Program

Graduate Analysts at Avant Group will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture and work of a full-time grants advisory Analyst for 12 weeks, contributing to a variety of client projects and making a meaningful impact through submissions, research, and funding strategies.

Throughout the program, Graduate Analysts will participate in an engaging orientation designed to introduce them to our culture and the responsibilities of being part of the firm. They will also take part in an intensive practice-specific training program with rotations through different business areas, building a strong foundation in financial and economic modelling, policy, and industry research. Graduate Analysts will also aid in the preparation of funding submissions, while actively contributing to a diverse range of client projects.

Graduate Analysts will continue to receive on-the-job guidance and mentorship throughout the program, working closely with senior grants advisors on high-impact initiatives. The program also offers numerous opportunities to exchange ideas and network with peers, mentors, and senior advisors through workshops, team-building sessions, and other organised events.

Through this program, high-performing participants will be identified and considered for advancement into permanent Analyst positions.

About the Role

Throughout the program, Graduate Analysts may be involved in:

• Analysing financial and project data to inform funding strategies
• Developing financial models and specialised reports to quantify project impact
• Conducting compliance and eligibility assessments for government programs
• Researching industries, markets, and emerging trends to support client advisory
• Collaborating with senior advisors and clients to execute funding strategies that deliver measurable outcomes

About You

• You are a university student in your final year of study with outstanding academic performance and a strong interest in government funding, policy, and advisory work. Your degree may be in Finance, Policy, STEM, Law, or a related discipline
• You are a team player with a strong work ethic who thrives when faced with complex, intellectually challenging projects
• You have strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret financial, economic, and policy data, manage multiple projects, and prepare well-structured funding submissions and reports.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive documents and form effective working relationships through collaboration
• You demonstrate intellectual curiosity, commercial awareness, and attention to detail, striving for excellence while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards
• Fluency in English and the legal right to work in Australia are required

Application Process

If you are interested in joining the Avant Group team please submit your CV, cover letter and academic transcript to recruitment@avantgroup.com.au

The Graduate Program will run for ~12 weeks from November 2025.

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, so we strongly encourage applying early in the application window.

If you encounter any issues or have any additional queries, please do not hesitate to reach out to recruitment@avantgroup.com.au