Principal Strategy Lead

Logan City Council; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary from $129,183 per annum + Super

Extra Christmas leave

Hybrid flexible working arrangements

Discounted wellbeing memberships

Salary packaging options incl. novated

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Active social club

Job summary

Logan City Council is seeking a senior strategic leader to drive Transform Logan, ensuring governance, evidence-based policy, and investment-ready actions across the organisation. Reporting to the Manager Transform Logan, you will coordinate major initiatives, guide decision-making and align priorities with the city’s long-term vision.

You will build relationships with executive leadership, agencies, industry and community partners, and support delivery within hybrid flexible working

Qualifications

• Work rights are required to be eligible for employment.
• Satisfactory references are required.
• Possession of a current "C" class driver’s licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Project manage, coordinate and oversee the Transform Logan strategy agenda with cross‑department alignment.
• Provide specialist strategic planning and policy advice to support the Transform Logan agenda.
• Develop evidence-based strategies, frameworks and documentation aligned with Council priorities and vision.
• Lead complex strategic projects end-to-end and prepare reports, options analyses and briefing papers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, government agencies and community partners.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement to support strategic transition and project outcomes.
• Identify trends, risks and opportunities to strengthen Council’s strategic position.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Executive-level communication

Job description

This is a career-defining opportunity to play a leading role in delivering Transform Logan, the city's ambitious 50-year vision for growth, investment and city transformation.

Reporting to the Manager Transform Logan, you will play a critical leadership role responsible for driving strategic development, alignment and integration across Council. You will lead the coordination of major strategic initiatives, ensuring the organisation has the frameworks, evidence, governance and strategic direction required to deliver transformational outcomes for the city and community.

As a trusted strategic adviser, you will work across executive leadership, business units and external partners to guide decision-making, challenge thinking, elevate strategic capability and ensure Council's long-term priorities are translated into practical, investment-ready actions.

This role sits at the centre of Transform Logan's strategic agenda, connecting people, projects and priorities to drive a coordinated approach to delivering the city's future.

Position responsibilities include:

• Project managing, coordinating and overseeing the delivery of the Transform Logan strategy agenda, ensuring alignment across priorities, outcomes and implementation pathways.
• Providing specialist strategic planning and policy advice to support the development and implementation of the Transform Logan agenda.
• Developing evidence-based strategies, frameworks, policy positions and documentation that align with Council's priorities and long-term vision.
• Leading and managing complex strategic projects, end-to-end
• Preparing high-quality reports, options analyses, submissions, briefing papers and policy documentation.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, government agencies, industry representatives and community partners.
• Facilitating internal and external stakeholder engagement activities to support strategic transition and project outcomes.
• Identifying emerging trends, risks and opportunities to strengthen Council's strategic position and future readiness.

Key indicators for success:

• Demonstrated experience in project management, coordination and integration across a multidisciplinary business.
• Demonstrated experience developing complex strategic planning and policy documentation, including long-term strategies, vision documents, frameworks and implementation plans.
• Proven ability to research, analyse and integrate information to align organisational priorities
• Highly developed analytical and critical thinking skills, interpreting data, identifying trends and providing strategic direction.
• A talented communicator who has a knack for reading their audience, understanding how they need to be engaged and can influence and collaborate across a broad spectrum of stakeholders; internally, with all levels of government, industry and the community.
• Experienced with preparing high-quality reports, briefings and executive-level documentation.
• Thrives under pressure, pivots with changing priorities and delivers to tight timeframes
• Applies evidence-based approaches to decision-making and problem solving.

Requirements:

To be considered for and employed in this position, applicants must satisfactorily complete the following pre-employment screening checks, as applicable:

• Work Rights
• Satisfactory references
• Possession of a current \"C\" class driver's licence

Why choose Logan City Council?

At Logan City Council, we're not just running a city - we're shaping its future. We're a contemporary local government with a clear sense of purpose, focused on delivering exceptional service and value for money for our community.

Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work contributes to something bigger. When you join us, you'll feel connected to your purpose, your team and the people of Logan.

We believe that when our people thrive, our city thrives. That's why we've built a workplace culture that champions collaboration, growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Salary from: $129,183 (level 8.1) per annum + Superannuation
• Leave that helps you recharge - use your annual leave when it suits you and enjoy the added benefit of extra Christmas leave to make the most of the holiday season.
• Work-life balance that rewards you - our full-time employees work 72.5 hours over nine days, providing a regular day off every fortnight, adding up to 22 extra days each year to recharge, pursue passions, or do more of what you love.
• Flexibility that supports your success - we support work-life balance with hybrid flexible working arrangements designed to help you thrive.
• Wellbeing that works for you - stay active and healthy with discounted memberships at Logan Leisure Centres, access to the Fitness Passport program, and a corporate discount with BUPA.
• Perks that go further - make the most of your income with salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
• Development to support your future - grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional journey.
• Support when it matters - our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling to help you navigate life's challenges and support your wellbeing.
• Connect and belong - be part of our active social club and enjoy opportunities to build relationships and connect with colleagues across the organisation.

Who we are and the community we serve

The City of Logan is young, diverse, and growing fast - and we are growing with it. Home to more than 400,000 residents from over 230 cultures, it is a place where community spirit thrives and every voice matters.

As one of the largest and most diverse councils in Queensland, we are home to big picture thinkers, community focused leaders and dedicated professionals who care deeply about the community we serve. From delivering essential services and building new infrastructure to supporting local businesses and creating inclusive spaces, we are here to make life better for everyone who calls Logan home.

As a Council employee, you will be part of that mission - helping shape the future of a city where people, places and opportunities can thrive.