Planning Agreements Manager

Parramatta City Council; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 160,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous parental leave

Wellbeing programs

Learning & development

Discounted parking

Job summary

City of Parramatta is seeking a Planning Agreements Manager to shape infrastructure outcomes for one of Australia’s fastest growing cities. You will lead negotiations for planning agreements, aligning investment with council priorities and community needs.

The role offers hybrid work, a permanent full-time contract, and a remuneration package of $160,067 to $177,439 plus 12% superannuation. You will guide strategic planning, development, and city-building initiatives with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in land use and infrastructure planning is essential.
• Proven ability to negotiate planning agreements with stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation, preparation and delivery of planning agreements.
• Build relations with developers, government agencies, and internal teams.
• Provide strategic advice on infrastructure planning and delivery.
• Mentor staff and drive process improvements.

Skills

Land use planning

Statutory planning

Infrastructure planning

Property development

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

People leadership

Education

Degree in town planning/valuation/related field

Job description

Job Description

At a Glance

Work type: 35 Hr per week | Hybrid options available
Salary: $160,067 to $177,439 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full time
Closing date: 9pm, 20 September 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role

This is an exciting newly created position to help shape the future of one of Australia's fastest growing cities. As the Planning Agreements Manager, you will lead the negotiation and delivery of planning agreements that secure critical community infrastructure, working at the intersection of strategic planning, development and city building to create lasting benefits for the Parramatta community, contributing to high‑quality services and positive outcomes for our community.

In this role you will:

• Lead the negotiation, preparation and delivery of planning agreements with developers and key stakeholders to secure valuable community infrastructure.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the development industry, government agencies and internal Council teams to drive successful project outcomes.
• Provide strategic advice on infrastructure planning, valuation and delivery, ensuring investment aligns with Council priorities, community needs and growth objectives.
• Lead, mentor and develop staff while driving continuous improvement in planning agreement processes and practices
  

What’s on offer

We are offering a permanent full-time opportunity, with a competitive remuneration package from $160,067 to $177,439 plus 12% superannuation.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

• Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
• Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning

About you

You are a strategic and collaborative professional who thrives in complex stakeholder environments and is passionate about shaping infrastructure outcomes for growing communities. You bring strong commercial acumen, negotiation expertise and the ability to influence and build productive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

• Extensive experience in land use planning, statutory planning, infrastructure planning, property development or a related field, with a proven ability to provide strategic and operational advice.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating planning agreements and delivering successful outcomes within a government or complex regulatory environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship management and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.
• Proven people leading experience managing and developing staff while fostering high performance and continuous improvement.
  

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including the below Qualifications/Licences:

• Degree qualification in town planning, valuation, property development or equivalent field with a minimum of 7 years' relevant professional experience.

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Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging

At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment –

Eligibility:

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:

• Criminal history check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.