State Trustees – Melbourne Western Suburbs VIC
Footscray location with hybrid work arrangements; minimum 2 days office attendance required
Fixed term role: 24-month contract
Newly created senior strategic leadership opportunity
Partner with Executive leaders to shape the future direction of State Trustees
Applications close 14 August ****
About State Trustees
State Trustees provides Victorians with financial and legal assistance during all stages of their life, including specialised services and products such as Will Writing, Powers of Attorney, Executor Services, Trustee Services, and Personal Financial Administration.
For more information about how State Trustees assists Victorians please visit our website
About the role
As Senior Manager, Strategic Development, you will partner with Executive leaders to drive strategic planning, business cases and enterprise‐wide decision‐making.
Reporting to the CFO and General Manager, Corporate Services, you'll provide strategic analysis, lead investment and planning initiatives, and deliver practical, evidence‐based solutions that support the long‐term success of State Trustees.
This is an chance to influence organisational strategy and work closely with senior leaders to shape the future of the organisation.
Skills and Experience
Demonstrated experience in strategy, management consulting, corporate planning, transformation or a related discipline
Proven ability to develop strategic recommendations,



business cases and investment proposals that support Executive decision‐making
Strong strategic thinking, analytical and problem‐solving skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information into practical outcomes
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with experience partnering effectively with senior leaders across complex organisations
Outstanding written communication skills, including the ability to prepare high‐quality Executive and Board papers
Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Economics, Public Policy or a related discipline
What we offer
Health and well‐being programs
Flexible working conditions
Education assistance
Purchased leave
Employee assistance program
Reward and recognition program
Free will preparation
Employee social club
Our Culture
For our clients, our people and the Victorian community, we demonstrate Care, Unity, Passion – we are here, we work together and we bring our best.
We recognise the power of diversity and creating an environment where all our people feel they belong and reflect the communities in which we live, work and serve.
We care about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender identity, age, ability, sexual orientation or cultural background.
If you think you can do the job and would be a great fit for our team, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Strategic Development Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 State Trustees
📍 Melbourne