Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Permanent full-time opportunity
• NSW office location based in Penrith or Bradfield
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super

This is a rare opportunity to help shape a city from the ground up and influence how government and industry partner at scale. As Manager, Strategy & Commercial, you will play a central role in defining investment propositions, government and industry partnerships, and commercial pathways for Bradfield City and the Western Sydney Aerotropolis—one of the State’s most ambitious and complex economic transformation programs. Operating at the intersection of strategy, policy and commercial delivery, you will translate high‑value opportunities into executable outcomes and influence senior stakeholder decision‑making across government and industry.

 You’ll be trusted to manage multiple concurrent, interrelated projects, provide sharp analysis and commercially grounded advice, and navigate complex stakeholder landscapes with confidence. This role suits someone who is comfortable operating where problems are not fully defined and can maintain momentum while applying sound commercial judgement across competing priorities. It is well suited to someone motivated by tackling complex problems and shaping high‑potential opportunities into meaningful economic and commercial outcomes.

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Manager Strategy and Commercial BDA

What you will bring to the role

• Strong experience shaping strategy, policy or commercial outcomes, ideally within large‑scale, high‑profile or complex transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to apply sound commercial and strategic judgement under ambiguity, balancing pace, risk and value in complex decision making contexts
• Highly developed analytical capability, with a track record of synthesising complex information into clear, decision‑ready advice and recommendations for senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to influence and lead outcomes across complex stakeholder environments, including senior government and private sector partners
• Experience developing and stress‑testing business cases, investment propositions or commercial models, with a strong understanding of value creation, risk allocation and delivery trade‑offs.
• A proactive, hypothesis‑driven mindset, with the confidence to challenging assumptions, frame problems, shape options and originate opportunities
• Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills, with the credibility to engage diverse audiences and build alignment around complex commercial issues

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday, 20 April 2026 at 11:55PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ariel Ellis, Director, Strategy and Commercial on ariel.ellis@bda.nsw.gov.au

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A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.