About the role

As the Corporate Performance Business Partner, you will play a key role in supporting organisational performance, planning and reporting across Council. Working closely with executives, leaders and teams, you will provide strategic and analytical support that enables informed decision making, strengthens accountability and drives continuous improvement. You will collect, analyse and present information through dashboards, reports and visualisations that help track performance, identify trends and inform strategic priorities.

In this business partnering role, you will support business areas to improve planning, reporting and performance management practices, while leading research, benchmarking and performance initiatives that inform organisational improvement and innovation. You will contribute to the development, monitoring and reporting of corporate performance measures and provide evidence-based advice to support strategic and operational decision making.

You will also play a key role in coordinating Council's Annual Report and Local Government Performance Reporting Framework requirements, ensuring data is accurate, reliable and compliant. You will develop and maintain reporting dashboards, maintain data quality and accessibility, and support the corporate reporting platform.

This is a full time permanent band 6 position (38 hours per week) with a salary range between $98,432 and $107,292 per annum, plus superannuation.

Benefits of working with us:

· Support work-life balance with your choice of monthly or fortnightly rostered day off and hybrid working arrangements.

· 20 weeks paid primary caregiver leave (6 weeks for secondary caregivers) plus other generous leave options such as volunteer leave, family planning and menstrual and menopause leave.





· Opportunities for professional development and to take on temporary roles in other teams to grow your skills and experience.

· Novated lease vehicle options.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

· Experience analysing, interpreting and presenting data to support informed decision making.

· Demonstrated experience developing interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.

· Strong data visualisation skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and meaningful way.

· Experience collecting, validating and managing data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and reliability.

· Ability to identify trends, issues and opportunities through research, analysis and performance reporting.

· Experience supporting organisational planning, business planning, corporate reporting or statutory reporting processes.

· Demonstrated ability to provide advice, influence stakeholders and identify opportunities to improve planning reporting and performance management practices.

· Experience developing, monitoring or reporting on organisational performance measures, outcomes or key performance indicators.

· Well-developed communication skills with the ability to explain technical information to a non-technical audience.





· Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.

· Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a high standard of work.

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday 27 September 2026.

Contact person: Jess Thomas, Executive Officer Organisational Strategy, 03 •••• •324.

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check & Working with Children Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

📌 Corporate Performance Business Partner (Lilydale)
🏢 Yarra Ranges Council
📍 Lilydale