Learning & Development Advisor

• Sydney CBD
• Full Time/Permanent
• $129,721.00 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They're motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Learning & Development Advisor to lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of our learning initiatives. You will play a key role in enhancing employee capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous development across the organisation. Reporting to the Manager Employee and Organisational Success, and managing a Learning & Development Coordinator, you'll blend hands-on delivery with strategic planning to ensure our workforce is equipped for present and future success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver learning and development strategies aligned with organisational goals.

• Conduct training needs analyses across business units.

• Develop and implement engaging learning programs (in-house and outsourced).

• Partner with stakeholders to support talent development, performance improvement, and succession planning.

• Oversee the coordination and delivery of training logistics via the Learning & Development Coordinator.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning interventions and report on outcomes.

• Lead projects including leadership development, onboarding programs, and digital learning solutions.

• Ensure compliance with mandatory training and maintain accurate training records.

About You:

• Proven experience in a learning and development or training advisory role.

• Strong understanding of instructional design and adult learning principles.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience managing or mentoring staff.

• Proficient in using learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning tools.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Tuesday 09 September 2025.

For more information, contact Lindsey Bolivar, Manager Employee and Organisational Success at

What we can offer you

You'll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including InclusiveCity, Young Professionals Network, City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employee network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at  or

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