Shape the future of a landmark Melbourne precinct.
scouted. are pleased to be working with Essendon Fields, a vibrant, award-winning business and aviation precinct located just 15 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. Home to over 330 businesses and more than 6,000 employees, our 305-hectare site is a unique commercial ecosystem integrating corporate, retail, aviation and lifestyle assets, all surrounded by green space and amenity.

With a long legacy of innovation and a bold vision for future growth, Essendon Fields continues to evolve as one of Melbourne’s most connected, activated and ambitious urban destinations.

We are now seeking a highly capable Senior Property Manager to oversee a dynamic and diverse property portfolio. This is a strategic, hands-on role with end-to-end responsibility for lease negotiations, portfolio performance, tenant relationships and collaboration across internal teams.

This role is ideal for a commercially savvy property professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment, and understands that building strong relationships is just as critical as securing strong lease outcomes.

About the Role
As Senior Property Manager, you’ll be responsible for the active management of a multi-use commercial property portfolio, delivering high-quality outcomes for tenants and stakeholders while ensuring assets are aligned with long-term income and precinct objectives.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and negotiating new leases, renewals, rent reviews, surrenders, licenses and assignments
• Administering lease documentation, approvals and compliance with relevant legislation and internal processes
• Conducting robust financial analysis, including discounted cashflows, to support all commercial recommendations
• Partnering closely with internal teams (Legal, Development, Facilities, Finance) to ensure seamless asset and lease delivery
• Building and nurturing strong, trust-based relationships with tenants, agents and external partners
• Maintaining up-to-date portfolio records including insurances, guarantees, disclosure statements and critical dates
• Supporting strategic initiatives including asset repurposing, precinct planning and feasibility input for new developments
• Monitoring lease obligations, aged debtors and statutory outgoings in collaboration with Finance and Facilities

To be successful, you will bring:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in commercial or retail property management and leasing
• A sound understanding of lease legislation including the Retail Leases Act and associated codes
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret data and construct detailed lease modelling
• Proven capability in end-to-end negotiation, stakeholder management and decision-making
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly and professionally
• High-level organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• A strategic and solutions-oriented mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience with property management software is an advantage

Why Essendon Fields?
When you join Essendon Fields, you become part of a close-knit, high-performing team that is deeply invested in shaping a world-class precinct. We are locally based, privately owned, and passionately committed to delivering long-term success for our tenants, our stakeholders and our people.

We offer a range of employee benefits including:

• Free on-site parking and excellent public transport links
• Discounts and offers through our Community Club, including childcare, retail, dining and more
• Annual wellbeing allowance and access to an Employee Assistance Program
• “Life Leave” – additional paid leave to help support personal and family needs
• A supportive, inclusive and flexible work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Regular team and community events that celebrate and connect our people

Location:
Based on-site at 7 English Street, Essendon Fields – a 15-minute drive from the Melbourne CBD, with direct access to major arterials, tram and bus lines, and a full range of services within walking distance.

Apply now or contact Jeremy Kennedy for a confidential discussion. [email protected]

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Only Australian permanent residents are eligible to apply.