Head of Acquisitions - Commercial Property
This is a base plus commission role with ability to WFH
We are a growing boutique Commercial Real Estate Buyers Agency company that have an established business and clientele.
In this role you will be reporting to the CEO/Managing Director, you will take ownership of the commercial acquisitions function - from opportunity origination and preliminary assessment through to due diligence coordination and investment-ready recommendation. You will lead the next generation of commercial property acquisitions, independently originating, assessing, negotiating and progressing quality investment opportunities while leading and developing an acquisitions team.
Key responsibilities
Source high-quality commercial property opportunities across Australia, both on-market and off-market
Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial agents, owners, developers and other deal sources
Undertake preliminary deal assessments including pricing, yield, lease profile, tenant strength, market position, risks and value-add potential
Determine quickly which opportunities warrant deeper investigation and which should be declined
Prepare and/or oversee clear acquisition recommendations and investment papers for senior management
Lead negotiations with selling agents, vendors and relevant counterparties
Oversee and mentor buyer's agents/acquisitions team members and review their deal assessments
Create consistent acquisition standards, assessment frameworks and decision-making processes across the team
Work closely with the due diligence team to clarify deal issues, define scope,



coordinate external advisers and resolve commercial questions
Build a solid, qualified acquisition pipeline and maintain visibility over deal status, priorities and next actions
About you
Substantial experience in Australian commercial property acquisitions, investment, funds management, agency or a closely related institutional/commercial environment
A proven track record of originating and executing commercial property transactions
Strong commercial property analysis skills and the ability to identify risk and opportunity quickly
Demonstrated ability to build agent, vendor and industry relationships that generate deal flow
Strong negotiation capability and commercial judgement
Leadership experience, including mentoring and improving the performance of acquisitions professionals or buyer's agents
Comfortable challenging assumptions and making clear recommendations supported by evidence
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present opportunities to senior decision-makers
Highly accountable, commercially minded and comfortable operating with autonomy
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to build and lead an acquisitions function rather than simply inherit a transactional role. You will have genuine influence over acquisition strategy, systems, team capability and the quality of assets entering the business.
Remuneration
Attractive executive remuneration package, including base salary, superannuation and performance incentives. Package will reflect the experience, network and track record of the successful candidate.
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📌 Head Of Acquisitions - Commercial Property (New South Wales)
🏢 Unikorn Commercial
📍 New South Wales