Liverpool City Council

Economic Development Assistant

Economic Development Assistant

1x Permanent Full Time - 35 hours, 5 days per week
Salary: $80,119.23 - $87,790.28 + Super

Closing Date: 6th July 2024

ABOUT US

Liverpool is a vibrant city that lies in the heart of Greater Western Sydney. With a total of 42 suburbs and a population of 223,000 coming from different birthplaces, Liverpool is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities as we are on an exciting journey to become Sydney’s third CBD and one of the fastest growing regions over the next decade. With the construction of Western Sydney Airport and the development of Liverpool`s city centre as an innovative health, education, and lifestyle precinct, there has never been a more exciting time to work in Liverpool City. Liverpool is experiencing significant growth from urban release development and from redevelopment in established areas as it continues to provide outstanding levels of service to its wonderfully diverse community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The City Economy Unit of Liverpool City Council is responsible for marketing Liverpool as a prime business destination, working with existing businesses in Liverpool to assist firms grow, innovate and improve their competitiveness and developing and implementing an Economic Development Strategy that stimulates commercial activity. The role will also work closely with the Office of the Director City Futures to deliver targeted business events and forums and support the delivery of the implementation of Council’s 2023-2029 Economic Development Strategy.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will have:

• Diploma Business Administration or Certificate IV or demonstrated experience in similar role
• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Demonstrated experience in a business-related organisation or public sector agency
• Extensive experience in office operational tasks including customer service, stakeholder engagement, budget maintenance and experience in specialist support functions with an ability to manage varied workloads, whilst balancing competing tasks
• Demonstrated experience in handling complex enquiries and complaints for both internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in preparing correspondence, records management and use of a centralised database or like
• Highly developed skills in full MS Suite of programs and applications including preparation of high quality business presentations

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Learning and development opportunities, including ongoing support and mentoring from senior members that are invested in your personal and professional success.
• Ability to accrue up to 2 days of flexitime leave per month, which equates to up to 24 days per year (Note: this is in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave per year).
• Subsidised parking and a location that is also close to Liverpool station.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including Health and Wellbeing Leave and access to our Employee Assistance Program.
•  Access to a Fitness Passport membership

Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience and competencies of the successful applicant.

For further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at billas@liverpool.nsw.gov.au

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

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Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For Temporary positions, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia.