Economic Development Strategist

Application Close: 27 November 2025

Economic Development Strategist

Permanent full-time

35 hours a week + VDO every 19 days + flexible working arrangements available (WFH)

Attractive and Competitive Salary: $112, $131, % Superannuation per annum

Join our team as an Economic Development Strategist and play a key role in driving sustainable growth, strengthening local businesses and attracting new opportunities to our vibrant region. You'll connect people, ideas and investment to help our community and economy thrive.

What you'll do

As an Economic Development Strategist, you'll lead initiatives that grow and diversify the Southern Highlands economy. You'll use your strategic insight, strong relationships, and understanding of business and market trends to connect people, ideas, and opportunities that drive meaningful outcomes for our community.

Working closely with the Manager Strategic Outcomes, you will:

• Develop and implement strategies that attract investment, strengthen local businesses, and grow our local economy.
• Build and leverage relationships with business leaders, industry partners, and government agencies to identify opportunities and influence positive outcomes.
• Facilitate networks, partnerships, and discussions that bring stakeholders together to deliver shared objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, funding and investment opportunities that benefit the Wingecarribee Shire.
• Collaborate across Council to align planning, procurement, and place-based initiatives with economic development priorities.

Why Wingecarribee?

Wingecarribee Shire is at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, a region renowned for its natural beauty, strong community connections, and thriving local economy. As a council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative future, ensuring our residents enjoy a high quality of life while preserving the unique character of our Shire.

A Great Place to Live & Work

With a population of over 50,000, Wingecarribee offers a balanced lifestyle, blending vibrant townships with green open spaces. We are a place where families thrive, businesses grow, and individuals can enjoy a strong sense of community. Midway between Sydney, Canberra, and Wollongong, our Shire provides the perfect mix of regional charm and modern amenities.

We offer:

• Attractive salary package + 12% superannuation
• Variable day off every 19 days
• Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
• Career development & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
• Flexible working arrangements – WFH opportunities
• Salary packaging options available - make the most of your income.
• Community & social engagement – Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Our values Resilience, Empathy, Safety, Pride, Efficiency, Courage, and Teamwork guide how we work, support our community, and drive positive change every day. Join us in making Wingecarribee the best place in NSW for all generations to live, work, and thrive

What you'll need to succeed (Essential Criteria)

1. Degree qualification in Economics, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Administration or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years' experience in Economic Development or a related field
2. Proven track record in new business attraction and strategies and tactics for business retention.
3. Demonstrated research and analytical skills with ability to monitor and critically reflect on outcomes in an economic development context.
4. High level of business acumen, global market trends and economic influences together with sound understanding of the needs of small, medium and large business.
5. Demonstrated well developed written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external, with an ability to influence.
6. Hold a current Drivers Licence (Class C)

Other requirements

• Be willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.

How to Apply

Turn vision into action and help our community flourish.

Submit the following documents:

• Your Resume – showcasing your skills & experience.
• Relevant Certifications – qualifications and licenses
• Responses to the Essential Criteria – explain how your experience meets each of the essential criteria outlined in the job description in a statement of claims format. The essential criteria is outlined in the position description attached.

Have Questions?

• Contact Jessica Lintern, Manager Strategic Outcomes on

Application Close: 27 November 2025

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, and persons with a disability. If you require reasonable adjustments during our application process, please contact us at , by phone on or by visiting our office at 68 Elizabeth St, Moss Vale.