Ignite Athlete Employment Program
Deloitte Australia’s Ignite Athlete Employment Program supports and develops the athletic and professional ambitions of Australian Olympians and Paralympians and is delivered in affiliation with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS).
About Ignite
Ignite is designed specifically by athletes, for athletes, and provides successful applicants with:
- Flexibility that accommodates both your work and training/competition commitments
- Career growth with comprehensive onboarding support, ongoing training, and access to mentoring and coaching to achieve long-term success
- Remuneration that helps to support you whilst pursuing your sporting goals
- Well-being with access to our dedicated Athlete Liaison Officer (ALO) to ensure you’re supported throughout to balance your professional and sporting needs
Through Ignite, Deloitte offers successful applicants positions across its business. Applicants can be emerging, current, or transitioning Olympians and Paralympians interested in pursuing a career in parallel with their sporting commitments.
Pictured on the right: Deloitte’s Natalie Cook OAM OLY, CEO of the Australian Sports Commission Kieren Perkins OAM OLY and Deloitte’s Curtis McGrath OAM PLY
We believe diversity drives innovation and success.
At Deloitte, we value diverse perspectives and welcome individuals from all backgrounds and skill sets. Professional athletes bring qualities we value in our team, including focus, resilience, and a high-performance mindset—all of which are crucial in making a meaningful impact.
If you’re an eligible athlete keen to learn more about the program, and to apply, please visit our Ignite Program Application page.
"In line with our worldwide partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC), our Ignite Athlete Employment Program allows athletes to develop their careers and provides them with the required support so they can succeed both in sport and professionally."
- John Greig, Olympic and Paralympic Games Brisbane 2032 Lead Partner and Deloitte Australia Chair
