Senior Strategic Planner

Senior StrategicPlanner

WHY US:
At Liverpool City Council were embarking on critical growthprojects for our city. For planning professionals with experience and purposethis is a unique opportunity to be part of a team thats building a city thatwill set new standards for excellence.

JOB DETAILS
1 X Permanent Full-Time 35 hours 5days/week$117664.98 to $128930.71 Super council lease back vehicle/vehicle allowance

Shape the future of Liverpool through strategic planningand innovative policy.

Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced SeniorStrategic Planner to join our Strategic Planning Team and play a key rolein shaping the future growth and development of the Liverpool Local GovernmentArea (LGA).

This is an opportunity for an accomplished planningprofessional to lead and contribute to complex strategic planning projectsinfluence planning policy and provide high-level strategic advice that supportsthe sustainable growth of Liverpool.

JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Senior Strategic Planner you will be responsible fordelivering strategic planning policies projects and initiatives in accordancewith Councils strategic planning priorities and work program.

You will bring your technical expertise and strategicthinking to a diverse range of planning matters while working collaborativelywith internal teams government agencies consultants industry and thecommunity.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the effective and efficient assessment of both Council-led and Proponent-initiated Planning Proposals as well as support the effective implementation and administration of Councils Strategic Land Use Planning Framework.
• Leading and delivering complex strategic planning projects and studies that support the growth development and future planning of the Liverpool LGA.
• Providing high-level strategic planning advice and expert interpretation of planning legislation policy and frameworks to Council staff Councillors stakeholders and the community.
• Preparing high-quality reports presentations correspondence briefing material and recommendations for senior management and Council.
• Representing Council on working groups committees forums and stakeholder engagements building strong relationships and advocating for Councils strategic planning priorities.
• Providing guidance knowledge sharing and mentoring to planners and other team members contributing to capability development within the Strategic Planning Team.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and contributing to the development of strategic planning processes policies and frameworks.

ABOUT YOU
We are looking for a strategic experienced andsolutions-focused planning professional with strong technical expertise andthe ability to confidently lead complex planning projects.

You will have demonstrated experience in strategic planningplanning policy and the preparation and implementation of planning instrumentstogether with the ability to interpret legislation and provide soundevidence-based advice.

You will be a confident communicator and relationshipbuilder with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholdersCouncillors government agencies consultants industry and the community.

Your ability to lead projects influence outcomes managecompeting priorities and mentor others will be key to your success in thisrole.

BENEFITSOF WORKING AT LCC

• Council Leaseback Vehicle/Vehicle allowance
• Be rewarded with an attractive annual salary package (Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills experience and competencies of the successful applicant.)
• Flexible work arrangements including flexi time and hybrid working arrangements (with the ability to work some days each week from home.
• Free parking is available nearby with subsidised parking also available.
• Access to a Fitness Passport membership.
• Internal professional Learning and Development.

LiverpoolCity Council is committed to providing aworking environment that supportsall employeesto reach their full potential.

Tobe eligible to apply for permanent positions atLiverpool City Councilyou need to be an AustralianCitizen or Permanent Resident.

Wewelcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusioninour workplace. We encourage all applicants including First nationpeople peoplewith disability LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communitiesto join Council.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain aNational Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required toundergo a pre-employment medical check

HOW TO APPLY:Please click the Apply must submit a cover letter outlining your interest andhow your background and experience suit this opportunity as well as yourresume.

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CLOSING 8pm 10th September 2026

Be part of creating the future for furtherinformation about the position please contact Patricia PTalentAcquisition Partner

Required Experience:

Senior IC