This presentation will introduce the new Complex Project Leadership Competency Standards. In an era marked by constant change, heightened interconnectedness, and intricate interdependencies, the successful execution of complex projects has become imperative for industries across the globe. These Standards define the skills and competencies project leaders need to succeed in complex environments. They are the result of an international consultation process that brought together leading academics and experienced practitioners over a number of years. With the acknowledgement that primacy is shifting from ‘management’ to ‘leadership’ in complex projects, these Standards detail specific competencies required to navigate project complexity. ICCPM is the custodian of these competency standards on behalf of the Commonwealth of Australia.