Corporate Planner

• Help shape the future of one of Sydney’s most vibrant and diverse communities.
• Work in a forward-thinking, innovative local government environment.
• Make a real impact by driving strategic outcomes through planning, reporting, data insights, and collaboration.
• Support continuous improvement by developing and reviewing strategies, business plans, and performance measures

City of Ryde is just 12km from Sydney CBD and offers a unique blend of lifestyle and opportunity. Our community of around 130,000 people is culturally diverse and highly engaged, supported by a thriving local economy of over 13,000 businesses, including Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university.

We balance this growth with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and quality sporting facilities.

At City of Ryde, we deliver a wide range of services, programs, and events—and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. In return, we offer flexible work options, wellbeing programs, learning and development opportunities (including study support), and recognition initiatives.

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for a strategic and practical professional to contribute to Council’s corporate planning within the Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework.

As a Corporate Planner, you will:

• Lead and support a coordinated, high-quality approach to planning and reporting
• Work across teams to identify improvement opportunities and deliver practical solutions
• Help embed a culture of innovation, performance, and service excellence
• Influence organisational outcomes while driving continuous improvement for the community

About You

You’re a strategic thinker who enjoys working collaboratively and delivering meaningful outcomes. You bring experience in corporate planning or development and are confident working with data, translating insights into actionable solutions.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Build strong relationships across all levels
• Are comfortable navigating complex environments
• Can balance competing priorities while staying outcomes-focused
• Have strong influencing and communication skills

What You’ll Bring

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Business, Finance, Arts, Communications) or equivalent experience
• Experience in corporate planning, policy development, and governance (ideally within local government)
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to inform planning and decision-making
• Proven ability to develop, monitor, and report on performance indicators
• Excellent written communication, reporting, and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel
• Knowledge of corporate planning/reporting systems and IP&R requirements (NSW Local Government Act 1993)

Your commencing annual salary will range from $102,651.30 - $116,338.14 + Superannuation, dependent on your experience and qualifications.

Culture & Benefits

• We value your development – helping you grow within City of Ryde
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Work-life balance with rostered days off (every ~3 weeks)
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (eligible employees)
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Additional leave over Christmas
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing programs (flu shots, skin checks, fitness passport)
• Regular performance reviews and salary progression

How to Apply

Apply online by answering the application questions and uploading your resume. These responses will be used to shortlist candidates for interview.

Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.

For more information, check the Position Description or contact Khanh Tran, Coordinator Integrated Planning & Reporting, on (02) 9952 8045 for a confidential discussion.

Closing date: Sunday 19th July 2026 at 11:30pm

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