Lead Commercial, Leasing & Strategic Projects
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Our client is a well-established local government organisation responsible for the management of key community, commercial and recreational assets.
This newly created role will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive commercial outcomes, manage strategic leasing arrangements and support major community infrastructure initiatives.
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of high-profile commercial projects, influence strategic decision-making and play a key role in shaping the future use of significant community assets.
Your new role
As the Senior Commercial & Leasing Specialist, you will lead the organisation's key commercial, leasing and stakeholder engagement activities, with an initial focus on a major community and sporting precinct redevelopment.
Lead commercial negotiations, leasing arrangements and stakeholder engagement activities
Manage leases, licences, subleases and operator agreements across a diverse property portfolio
Drive Expressions of Interest (EOI), Request for Proposal (RFP) and similar commercial procurement processes
Prepare recommendations and commercial reports for executive and Council consideration
Review existing commercial agreements and identify opportunities to improve commercial outcomes, governance and risk management
Establish and maintain a centralised register of leases, licences and commercial agreements
Manage relationships with sporting clubs, community organisations, operators and commercial tenants
Support negotiations relating to community facilities, recreational assets and major commercial agreements
Provide strategic advice on commercial opportunities, risks and future asset utilisation




Coordinate implementation of approved commercial and leasing decisions
Ensure all activities align with governance, compliance, procurement and legislative requirements
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience managing commercial leases, licences, contracts or property-related agreements
Demonstrated experience leading complex negotiations and stakeholder engagement activities
Experience managing end-to-end EOI, RFP or commercial procurement processes
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess risks, opportunities and financial implications.
Excellent written communication skills with experience preparing recommendations and reports for senior leadership
Sound understanding of governance, compliance and risk management principles
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience within Local Government, Property, Asset Management, Commercial Management or a similarly regulated environment will be highly regarded.
Experience working with community facilities, sporting precincts or operator agreements is desirable.
What you'll get in return
Direct reporting line to the CEO
Newly created strategic position with significant scope and visibility
Opportunity to influence major commercial and community projects
Diverse role combining commercial management, leasing, stakeholder engagement and strategic advisory responsibilities
Autonomous position with the ability to make a genuine impact on the organisation and community
Long-term career opportunity within a stable and respected organisation
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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📌 Senior Commercial And Leasing Specialist (Perth)
🏢 Hays Recruitment
📍 Perth