<![CDATA[Purpose – This study aims to examine the direct and indirect effects of work-life balance on employee performance at Perumda Air Minum Tugu Tirta of Malang City, with job satisfaction as a mediating variable. Design/Methodology/Approach – This study employs a quantitative explanatory research approach to investigate causal relationships among variables through hypothesis testing. The sample consists of 173 permanent employees of Perumda Air Minum Tugu Tirta of Malang City selected using a saturated sampling technique. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS version 4 to evaluate the direct and indirect effects among work-life balance, job satisfaction, and employee performance. Findings – The results indicate that work-life balance has a positive and significant direct effect on employee performance. Work-life balance also has a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction, while job satisfaction positively and significantly influences employee performance. Furthermore, job satisfaction mediates the relationship between work-life balance and employee performance. These findings demonstrate that maintaining employees’ balance between work and personal life can improve satisfaction and ultimately enhance performance. Originality/Value: This study offers value by examining both the direct and indirect effects of work life balance on employee performance with job satisfaction as a mediating factor, providing a more complete understanding of how these variables interact. The use of Structural Equation Modeling adds methodological strength and delivers deeper empirical insights. The findings contribute meaningful guidance for organizations that seek to improve employee performance through better management of work life conditions and job satisfaction.]]>
