Nigel Nutt
Canberra, ACT
Nigel is an expert in management consulting with over 35 years of experience. Starting as an engineer, he has successfully navigated through various consulting and advisory roles in diverse settings – from small start-ups and established firms to research institutions, non-profits, and global organisations.
As the longest-serving partner at Apis Group, a specialised management consulting business in Canberra catering to government clients, Nigel played a pivotal role in overseeing the firm's growth. In 2002, Apis had less than a dozen professionals; under Nigel's leadership, it flourished into a major firm with over 150 experts. In 2019, the business transitioned to Accenture, a globally renowned technology services company.
Nigel's extensive government sector experience includes leading assignments for departments such as Social Services, Health, NDIA, Education, Employment, Finance, Prime Minister & Cabinet, Home Affairs, Veterans’ Affairs, and Human Services. He has contributed to high-profile government initiatives, offering services across the entire delivery lifecycle: feasibility, planning, business case development, design, implementation, execution, operations, and evaluation. Nigel has actively participated in developing numerous first and second-pass business cases, strategic reviews, and independent evaluations. Additionally, he has led teams in complex organisational establishment and transformation programs.
Nigel brings a unique blend of deep analytical capability, coupled with leadership and management experience across diverse sectors. Clients appreciate his pragmatic, principles-based approach to consulting and problem-solving.
Areas of Expertise
Educating, training, coaching and facilitating
Business and management consulting
Organisational transformation
Program and project management
Strategic sourcing, procurement and contract management