At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of city-wide strategies and oversee governance initiatives for Brisbane's growth.
- Company: Brisbane City Council, Australia's largest local government focused on innovative services.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, free gym access, generous leave, and competitive salary.
- Other info: Diverse workplace welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Shape Brisbane's future while leading a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in strategy development and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 150432 - 162791 $ per year.
Personnel Area: City Planning Economic Development Services
Branch: City Strategy and Policy
Salary Range: Band 8: AUD: $150,432 - $162,791 AUD per annum + Superannuation (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)
Work type: Permanent Full-time
Location: Brisbane Square
Our Business
Brisbane City Council is Australia’s largest local government and one of the nation's most diverse and dynamic organisations. Guided by Brisbane Vision 2031, Council is focused on delivering innovative, high performing services that provide exceptional value for residents, businesses and visitors while shaping Brisbane as Australia's lifestyle capital.
The City Planning and Economic Development Services Group manage development applications, provide planning and development advice, develop strategic planning policy and economic strategies. Our work supports sustainable growth, helps shape Brisbane's future and ensures the city continues to be a great place to live, work and visit.
Our Branch
The City Strategy and Policy Branch is Council’s centre of excellence for strategy, policy and local law development. We shape Brisbane’s future by leading the development of city-wide strategies, policies and local laws, and providing the research, analytics and insights that inform Council’s priorities and decision-making.
Through collaboration, expertise and a focus on long-term outcomes, we develop the frameworks that guide evidence-based decisions, strengthening strategic and policy capability across the organisation, and help deliver a thriving, prosperous and sustainable city for our community.
The Role
Brisbane is one of Australia's fastest-growing cities, and we're looking for an experienced governance and strategic leader to support the city’s growth. As the Team Manager, Strategy Development and Governance, you will have carriage and leadership of the development, delivery and continued monitoring of Council-wide and city-shaping strategies, external plans and initiatives relative to Brisbane. You will lead oversight of strategies to ensure that they are aligned, integrated and work towards the achievement of Council’s strategic priorities.
As Team Manager you will lead a high-performing team delivering sophisticated modelling, forecasting and analytical capabilities that support Council's long-term planning and investment decisions. Working within a centre of excellence model, you will oversee the development and maintenance of urban growth models, forecasting tools, research programs and information systems used to support strategic land use and infrastructure planning across Brisbane.
As an experienced professional you will utilise your strategic leadership, technical expertise and trusted advice to senior stakeholders while fostering innovation, continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making.
To be successful you will have:
- demonstrated expertise in leading and collaboratively developing enterprise and city shaping strategies within a large, complex, or matrix organisational environment, including the ability to balance strategic priorities and organisational constraints
- demonstrated experience in strategy development, enterprise strategy framework and governance design, and implementation including embedding strategic and policy disciplines and lifecycles driving continuous improvement and transformation
- demonstrated experience and ability in providing authoritative, high quality professional advice, providing interpretation and analysis across a broad range of strategic, policy, and corporate initiatives to senior leaders
- highly developed analytical, research, and problem solving skills, including synthesising complex information, identifying emerging and contentious issues, assessing strategic risks and opportunities, and providing evidence based recommendations
- excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills, with a proven success in communicating complex strategic issues clearly and influencing a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all organisational levels towards the achievement of key work priorities
- advanced skills and experience in managing complex projects, including the ability to lead, collaborate and participate in multidisciplinary project teams
- strong strategic leadership capability with proven experience leading and managing teams by setting clear strategic direction and expectations
This role requires a Criminal History Check.
Benefits of working for Council include:
- flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
- free gym and wellness centre
- award winning superannuation fund
- generous leave provisions
- competitive salary.
People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.
Team Manager Strategy Dev and Governance in Brisbane employer: Brisbane City Council
Brisbane City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that champions inclusivity and community engagement. As Australia's largest local government, we provide extensive benefits, including financial security, flexible work options, and robust training and career development opportunities, all while fostering a vibrant culture that prioritises the well-being of our employees and the community. Join us in shaping a creative and liveable city, where your leadership can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Brisbane's diverse residents.
