Chief Executive - Australian Grape and Wine Incorporated

Australian Grape and Wine Incorporated

Australian Grape and Wine Incorporated (AGW) is the peak advocacy body of grape and wine producers. It leads and advocates public policy positions to improve the profitability and sustainability of the sector and enhances the ability to responsibly produce, promote and enjoy Australian wine in moderation. AGW is recognised by the Wine Australia Act 2013 as the representative organisation of wine and grape producers.

The current incumbent Lee McLean will be retiring from the role in September 2026 creating an opportunity for a consummate and proven executive leader to take on this important position.

Reporting to and working closely with the Chair and national Board, the appointee will take carriage of both the formulation and implementation of strategy for AGW.

Strong exposure to the wine and grape industry will naturally be a definite advantage but applications are nonetheless welcomed from experienced professionals who can clearly demonstrate highly applicable experience in a comparable domain.

Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified senior executives with demonstrated experience in advocating for and leading transformational industry policy, change and strategy. High levels of commercial and political acumen, complemented by exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills are all essential qualities sought, as is the vision, warmth, empathy, good humour, integrity, proactivity, resilience, courage, energy, diplomacy and credibility necessary to inspire others to follow.

This position will suit an accomplished and enterprising individual keen to be a public face and champion and play a critical national leadership role in a pivotal and challenging period for the Australian wine and grape sector.

Further Information / How to Apply

• Visit agw.org.au for further information on our client.
• Confidential enquiries are welcome to Andrew Reed and Justin Hinora on (08) 8100 8827.
• Visit henderconsulting.com.au for a job and person specification and to submit your application which should include a cover letter and CV uploaded as one PDF document.