About Us:
Recently named Australia's Coolest Neighbourhood by Time Out, Burwood is a place on the move.
A diverse, creative and globally connected community, Burwood is known for its vibrant streets, distinctive public spaces, bold public art, and one of Sydney's most exciting food scenes. From cultural festivals and laneway activations to major streetscape transformations, the city is constantly evolving.
Behind it all is a Council that believes its people are the driving force of that momentum. Our team is central to delivering the ambitious vision set out in the Burwood Community Strategic Plan 2036, shaping how the city grows, how it is experienced, and how it is seen by the world.
Background:
Someroles maintain a city.
This one helps shape where it's going.
At Burwood Council, we're looking for a strategic leader who can connect place, partnerships, economy and activation into something bigger than the sum of its parts.
Someone who can turn ideas into momentum.
Momentum into projects.
And projects into places people remember.
This is a senior leadership role driving integrated place outcomes across one of Australia's fastest evolving urban centres.
You'll lead initiatives that shape how people experience Burwood, from precinct activation and city partnerships to economic development, destination positioning and public space strategy.
You'll work closely with the Mayor, General Manager and Executive Team to help guide the future of a city attracting national attention for culture, vibrancy and transformation.
And your job?
Make it matter.
The Role
The Manager Place & Strategic Partnerships drives integrated place, economy and partnership outcomes, boosting precinct performance, activating spaces, strengthening local business and forging high-impact collaborations to position Burwood as a vibrant, globally attractive destination.
* Turn Council's vision into bold, high-impact place initiatives and investment opportunities that deliver real community outcomes.
* Provide trusted, strategic advice to senior leaders to shape decisions and drive Burwood's future.
* Lead innovative place strategies and programs that enhance liveability, economic growth and community wellbeing.
* Build and leverage strong partnerships across government, industry and community to deliver shared results.
* Drive vibrant activations and a safe, thriving night‐time economy that energises public spaces.
* Inspire high‐performing teams and build trusted relationships with stakeholders, elected members and the community.
* Deliver with integrity, maximising resources, managing risk and ensuring strong governance at all times.
To be successful in this role we'll need you to confidently check these boxes:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in urban planning, public policy, place management, economic development or a related field, with postgraduate studies highly regarded.
* Proven experience designing and delivering place‐based strategies and programs that enhance liveability, strengthen local economies and support thriving, connected communities.
* Strong background leading place initiatives, precinct programs or partnership projects, ideally within a complex organisation or government setting.
* Confidence in providing clear, strategic advice to senior leaders on place‐making, partnerships and city‐shaping opportunities.
* A people‐focused leader who builds and motivates high‐performing teams, fostering collaboration, innovation and accountability.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and represent Council effectively across community, industry and government settings.
* Demonstrated success in building and leveraging meaningful partnerships to deliver shared outcomes for communities.
* A genuine commitment to customer‐focused service, ethical practice, risk management, safety and continuous improvement.
If that excites you, keep reading. If that sounds exhausting, this probably isn't for you.
The Environment
Burwood isn't static.
We're delivering city‐shaping projects.
We're strengthening our night‐time economy.
We're positioning ourselves as a destination.
We're growing, fast.
Which means communications can't be an afterthought.
You'll sit at the table with senior leadership.
You'll advise the Mayor, General Manager and Executive.
You'll build a team that operates with pace and precision.
The Characteristics
Strategic: You see patterns others miss.
Decisive: You don't wait for perfect conditions. You make informed calls and move.
Composed: Pressure sharpens you. It doesn't rattle you.
Commercially aware: You know partnerships and connections drive growth.
High standard: You don't settle for average and you push work to be its best. \"Good enough\" isn't.
Reliable: You build trust by delivering what you promise, consistently.
Culture & Benefits
* Great work/life balance with flexible working hours and access to flexi time
* Fantastic team culture and supportive environment
* Lots of variety as Burwood continues to grow and develop with lots of exciting changes in the pipeline
* Participate in a range of Health and Well-Being initiatives, including access to flu vaccinations, Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
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