2027 Protiviti Fast Track Business Graduate Program (Melbourne)

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Launch your consulting career with Protiviti, a rapidly growing global firm with more than 85 offices. Protiviti has been named on the Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years and recognised by Great Place to Work Australia in 2026 and the 2026 Seramount Global Talent and Inclusion Index. We are passionate about helping leaders confidently face the future.

This fast-tracked graduate recruitment program is designed to identify and secure high-potential talent ahead of our standard graduate intake. Successful candidates will target a Q2 2027 start date, providing an accelerated pathway into the business where they will gain meaningful, hands-on consulting experience, learn from experienced professionals, and build the capabilities needed to launch a successful consulting career.

Protiviti’s consulting solutions span critical business problems in technology, digital, business process, analytics, risk, compliance, transactions and internal audit.  We are committed to environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles and to building genuine, meaningful partnerships. As a graduate, you may have opportunities to contribute to ESG-focused projects and initiatives that advance positive social and economic outcomes.

What our Graduate program offers you:  

Our program is designed to help you thrive in your consulting career. You’ll benefit from structured training, mentorship, and exposure to a variety of industries, including financial services, energy and utilities, government, healthcare, and technology. We offer ongoing educational support and career development opportunities. At Protiviti, our people are our foundation. That’s why we invest in their growth and development at every stage of their journey.  

• Competitive salary and financial benefits, including a starting salary of $73,360 (inclusive of superannuation) and an $80 monthly mobile phone reimbursement.
• Health and wellbeing support, with benefits such as discounted gym memberships, private health insurance discounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu vaccinations, skin cancer checks, and more.
• Exclusive employee discounts through a range of retail, lifestyle, and service providers.
• Flexible leave options, including purchased annual leave, cultural recognition days, volunteering leave, long service leave after five years, and up to 22 weeks of parental leave.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including a structured graduate training program, funding for up to two professional memberships each year, and study assistance to support further education.
• Global career opportunities, with the potential to participate in international secondments across our network of offices around the world.

• A vibrant social culture, with opportunities to enjoy events such as go-karting, boat parties, fine dining, DEI events and more.

Joining Protiviti under the graduate program will give you the ability to specialise in one of our key consulting solutions:  

• Internal Audit & Financial Advisory (IAFA) – an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organisation's operations. It evaluates the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes to help the organisation achieve its objectives.  
• Legal, Risk & Compliance (LR&C) – this speciality helps organisations assess risk and develop solutions to manage their risk and compliance in an effective manner. Our team of former industry leaders, regulators and subject matter experts help our clients plan and execute solutions to protect their business and enable growth.  

What you’ll do: 

Business Graduate 

As a Graduate Consultant, you’ll work closely with clients to understand their challenges, identify improvement opportunities, and deliver impactful solutions.  

• Planning and scoping project objectives  
• Conducting research and fieldwork to diagnose business issues  
• Documenting insights and forming recommendations  
• Preparing deliverables for clients 

To be eligible, you’ll need:  

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline  
• Completed your degree within the last two years  
• Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency is a requirement
• Availability to start full-time work in Q2 2027 

Desirable qualities:  

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills  
• A proactive mindset and a passion for solving complex challenges  
• Prior work experience or internships in professional services or a related field  

How to apply  

Step 1: Click ‘APPLY’ and select your preferred location. Submit your CV, cover letter, and proof of citizenship or residency.  

Step 2: If shortlisted, you’ll be invited for an informal coffee chat with a Protiviti team member.  

Step 3: Successful candidates will participate in an in-person assessment centre, where you’ll engage in individual and group activities.  

Step 4: Following the assessment centre, our recruitment team will notify you of the outcome.  

To learn more about our programs or recruitment process, please visit https://www.protiviti.com/au-en/students-graduates. We encourage all interested individuals to apply as we continue to foster a culturally safe and inclusive environment.  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer along with Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion and Commitment to Success as Protiviti’s core values. Our vision is to be the most trusted global consulting firm. Our mission is: We care. We collaborate. We deliver. 

Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services.