Economic Development Assistant

Careers at Council; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional council in Liverpool is seeking an Economic Development Assistant to support business programs and implement the Economic Development Strategy. The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Business Administration and excels in customer service and stakeholder engagement. This full-time position offers professional development opportunities and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Flex time accumulation up to 24 days per year

Subsidised parking

Health and wellbeing benefits

Access to Fitness Passport membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a business-related organisation or public sector agency.
• Extensive experience in office operational tasks, including customer service and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in preparing correspondence and records management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering targeted business programs and events.
• Support implementation of the Economic Development Strategy from 2024-2034.

Skills

Diploma Business Administration or Certificate IV

Current Class C Drivers Licence

Office operational tasks

Customer service

Stakeholder engagement

Preparation of high-quality presentations

Education

Diploma Business Administration or Certificate IV

Tools

MS Suite of programs

Job description

Overview

Liverpool, New South Wales

Full-time

Description

Economic Development Assistant

Job details

1 x Perm full time, 35 hours, 5 days/week

Salary: $85,411.10 to $93,588.83 + 12% super

Job Description

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 assists in the delivery of targeted business programs and events and supports the delivery of the implementation of Council’s 2024-2034 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 at Lcc

• 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 flex time per month, up to 24 days per year (in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave per year)
• Subsidised parking and a location close to Liverpool station
• Health and wellbeing benefits including Health and Wellbeing Leave and access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Fitness Passport membership

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.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First Nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.

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CLOSING 07/10/2025

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at [e-mail]

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