HEAD OF DEPARTMENT / 2IC

About the business

- Diversified Melbourne property group with interests across property development, real estate, and property management

- Strong reputation built on service and long-standing client relationships

- Head office based in CBD - close to public transport
- A growing business ready for a leader to drive the next stage

The role

- Head of Department role with General Manager scope, reporting directly to the Directors and Board

- Drive business development strategy and rent roll acquisitions

- Lead negotiations, due diligence and integration of new portfolios

- Lead and mentor 2 Property Managers and an offshore VA team of 5

- Own budgeting, financial reporting and profitability, reporting monthly to the Board

- Oversee compliance audits, CAV and BLA requirements and trust accounting

- Oversee VCAT matters and attend where required

- Improve systems, processes and property management software usage

- Lead onboarding of current properties and key landlord, tenant and stakeholder relationships

- Represent the group in conversations with potential investors

- Work with sales, projects and development teams to create cross selling opportunities

- Step into portfolio management when needed (leave cover, onboarding)

About you

- 5+ years property management experience,



with at least 3 in a senior leadership or Head of Department role

- Proven track record in business growth, BD and rent roll acquisitions, plus operational management

- Thorough knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act and compliance frameworks

- Current Agent's Representative Certificate or full Real Estate Licence

- Experience issuing notices and attending VCAT

- Commercially sharp with budgets, reporting and profitability

- Confident presenting to investors, Directors and the Board

- Experience leading offshore or remote teams (highly regarded)

- Structured, process driven leader who coaches and develops people

- Australian driver's licence and current police check

What's on offer

- Salary up to $130k + Super, depending on experience

- Open to temp to perm for the right person

- Real authority over operational and strategic decisions within budget
- A seat at monthly leadership and Board meetings

- Exposure across development, sales and projects within a diversified property group

- Head office location in West Melbourne

How to apply Apply now or contact Sarah Di Pietro at italent for a confidential conversation. Mobile [0433 360 384](tel:0433 360 384) | [email protected]

📌 Head of Department (West Melbourne)
🏢 Innovative Talent Group
📍 West Melbourne