Senior Manager, Property and Commercial Leasing

Kiosk mode Pause the proceeding carousel Senior Manager, Property and Commercial Leasing 524549 Crawley, WA Full Time Closing on: 9 Oct 2026 Add to favourites View favourites Lead the strategic management of one of WA’s largest university property portfolios. Drive commercial outcomes, leasing strategy, acquisitions and portfolio. Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis. Base salary range: $159,292 – $165,497 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. About the area Campus Management is responsible for planning, developing, managing and operating the University of Western Australia’s physical estate and infrastructure. The portfolio delivers integrated property, facilities, asset management, capital works and operational services that enable world-class teaching, research and campus life. Within Campus Management, the Operations function brings together commercial portfolios and operational service delivery to strengthen financial sustainability, service excellence and customer-focused outcomes. This role plays a critical part in the ongoing evolution of the University’s operating model, ensuring the effective stewardship and performance of a significant commercial and residential property portfolio across metropolitan Perth and regional Western Australia. About the opportunity Lead the strategic management, performance and optimisation and risk management of UWA’s commercial and residential property portfolio, comprising more than 200 leased and managed properties across Western Australia. Provide expert leadership in leasing, property acquisitions, due diligence, commercial negotiations, portfolio strategy, risk management and governance to maximise commercial outcomes and support University objectives. Deliver high-level advice, business cases and strategic recommendations to senior leaders while leading a specialist team, managing key stakeholder relationships across government, industry, tenants and service providers, and overseeing significant commercial and financial outcomes across the portfolio. About you Relevant postgraduate qualification in Property, Business, Commerce, Law, Real Estate, Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and extensive relevant experience. Extensive experience leading and managing commercial and property portfolios, including commercial and residential leasing, acquisitions, portfolio optimisation, due diligence and property-related commercial arrangements. Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and operational advice to senior leaders, including the development of business cases, policy recommendations and governance papers, supported by strong analytical and commercial acumen. Strong knowledge of commercial and residential property management, leasing practices, property markets and contemporary estate management principles, with demonstrated negotiation and stakeholder management capability. Demonstrated understanding of procurement, contract management, probity, governance and regulatory compliance frameworks, preferably within a large and complex organisation. Note : As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance, and a Finance Check will be required by the successful applicant. Position description: PD - Senior Manager, Property and Commercial Leasing (524549).pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Melita O’Donnell at melita.odonnell@uwa.edu.au For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Shelby Corrins at shelby.corrins@uwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume (max. 4 pages) and Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 9 October 2026 This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. Please note: Unsolicited applications and emails from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels. Benefits Flexible working options. Generous paid leave including parental leave. Up to 17% employer paid superannuation. Salary packaging available. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses. Discounted health insurance. Employee Assistance Program. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. 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Thank you Benefits Flexible working options considered. 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender. 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years. Salary packaging options. 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee. Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses. Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Excluding casual positions.

• Lead the strategic management, performance and optimisation and risk management of UWA’s commercial and residential property portfolio, comprising more than 200 leased and managed properties across Western Australia.
• Provide expert leadership in leasing, property acquisitions, due diligence, commercial negotiations, portfolio strategy, risk management and governance to maximise commercial outcomes and support University objectives.
• Deliver high-level advice, business cases and strategic recommendations to senior leaders while leading a specialist team, managing key stakeholder relationships across government, industry, tenants and service providers, and overseeing significant commercial and financial outcomes across the portfolio.

• To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Melita O’Donnell at melita.odonnell@uwa.edu.au
• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Property, Business, Commerce, Law, Real Estate, Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and extensive relevant experience.
• Extensive experience leading and managing commercial and property portfolios, including commercial and residential leasing, acquisitions, portfolio optimisation, due diligence and property-related commercial arrangements.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and operational advice to senior leaders, including the development of business cases, policy recommendations and governance papers, supported by strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and residential property management, leasing practices, property markets and contemporary estate management principles, with demonstrated negotiation and stakeholder management capability.
• Demonstrated understanding of procurement, contract management, probity, governance and regulatory compliance frameworks, preferably within a large and complex organisation.
• Note : As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance, and a Finance Check will be required by the successful applicant.
• Position description: PD - Senior Manager, Property and Commercial Leasing (524549).pdf

• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working options.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Excluding casual positions.
• Salary packaging available.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.