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 strong, 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

Robust 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.

Your application will include the following questions:

- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Head of Acquisition?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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📌 Head of Acquisitions - Commercial Property (New South Wales)
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