- Support the business operations behind Melbourne’s vibrant creative programs and venues

- Permanent, Full Time Opportunity

- $87,550 - $98,541+ 12% Super

About the role

The Business Administrator sits within the Creative Melbourne branch and provides high-quality business administration, financial and building operations support across the branch.

This role supports a range of Creative Melbourne teams and programs, including Arts House, ArtPlay, SIGNAL, YIRRAMBOI and Place Activation. You will play an important role in ensuring effective administrative, financial and operational systems are in place to support the successful delivery of Creative Melbourne’s programs and services.

Working in a diverse and fast-paced setting, you will provide practical day-to-day support while contributing to continuous improvement, strong financial management and high-quality service delivery.

A little more about the role

- Provide high-quality business administration and finance support, including advice and assistance to teams across Creative Melbourne.

- Develop, implement and maintain effective administrative systems, processes and procedures, with a focus on continuous improvement.

- Coordinate key operational activities including EOI processes, artist visa and tax variation applications, financial reporting and audit support.

- Support building operations at Arts House, including contractor management, maintenance coordination and tenant administration.

Why join Team Melbourne?

Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.

At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.





We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.

This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact, contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

About you

You are an organised and proactive administrator who enjoys working across a varied portfolio and supporting multiple teams. You are comfortable balancing competing priorities, building robust relationships and providing reliable advice and support in a busy environment.

What your experience might look like

- Experience providing finance, administration and business support within a fast-paced, high-volume and multifaceted environment.

- Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across an organisation.

- Excellent administrative skills, including managing records, schedules, documentation and processes in line with established requirements.

- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining systems and processes that improve efficiency and support continuous improvement.

- Proficiency across a range of software systems used for finance, grants administration, reporting, analysis and presentations.

Benefits of working with us

- Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.

- Excellent leave entitlements:



Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave, with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.

- Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.

- Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.

How to apply

Click the APPLY button to be redirected to our career's portal!

Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Friday, 18 September 2026.

A few important things to note – don’t miss out!

- Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.

- Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don’t wait to get your application in.

- We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

Need more info?

Refer to the position description that can be found once you hit the apply button or contact Kristy Ayre - Engagement Strategy and Business Lead, [email protected].

Inclusion matters

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.

📌 Business Administrator (Melbourne)
🏢 City Of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne