Business & Industry Engagement Advisor

• Help shape the future of city’s economy
• Connect, Influence and Grow Adelaide’s Business Community
• Full Time, Permanent Opportunity

About the Opportunity

As part of the Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA) Team the Business & Industry Engagement Advisor engages with the business community and other stakeholders across the City, to support growth in the City’s economy.  and more broadly, assists in identifying new and emerging opportunities, including investment attraction.

Some of the day-to-day things you may see yourself doing include:

• Implementing initiatives and activities to support to City businesses.
• Engaging with city businesses to promote economic development initiatives, programs, and services offered by the agency.
• Curating and planning corporate engagement events and industry briefings.
• Managing the Welcome to Adelaide program.
• Identifying and recommending opportunities to improve business engagement.

To view a copy of the position description, please click here.

At AEDA, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of South Australia’s Capital City. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real difference in a city that's on the rise. To find out more about AEDA, please click here.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Broad understanding of business needs and industry trends across multiple sectors.
• You are curious, connected and passionate about business and economic growth.
• You enjoy business networking, building relationships, and identifying opportunities that create impact.
• Experience in gathering and synthesising market intelligence to identify to identify emerging opportunities and challenges for economic development.
• Proven ability to think strategically, develop creative solutions and achieve outcomes that advance AEDA’s objectives.
• An aptitude for event planning and project management.
• Ability to build positive relationships and consult, negotiate and communicate with all levels of management and staff, government agencies, stakeholders and the community, both verbally and in writing.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

The role of Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA), a City of Adelaide (CoA) subsidiary, is to accelerate economic growth in the CoA by attracting investment and supporting businesses, growing the visitor economy, supporting residential growth, growing an annual events calendar and marketing the city as a whole.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Ben Kirchner on (08) 8203 7718.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply. 

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 10 March 2026.

Please be advised this is a full-time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 6 Classification commencing at $103,908 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au