About the job The Prospect An established, privately owned property group is seeking a National Asset Manager to establish and lead its national asset management function across a diverse portfolio of retail, commercial, industrial and residential assets with a strong Office component.

Reporting directly to the CEO and joining the Executive Leadership Team, you will drive portfolio performance, maximise asset value and establish consistent governance, reporting and operating frameworks across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

- Establish and lead the national asset management function, including governance, reporting and operating frameworks.
- Drive portfolio performance, income growth, asset optimisation and long-term value creation.
- Develop asset management strategy in collaboration with the CEO, Directors and executive team.
- Oversee & drive leasing, tenant mix, capital expenditure, budgeting and financial performance.
- Lead and develop internal teams and external service providers across multiple locations.
- Implement consistent performance measurement, reporting and accountability processes.
- Manage key relationships with financial institutions, valuers, councils and other stakeholders.
- Contribute to acquisitions, developments and broader investment decisions.
- Undertake regular interstate travel to maintain oversight of assets and local teams.

About You

You are a commercially astute property executive with a proven track record of managing complex portfolios, improving performance and leading geographically dispersed teams.

You will bring:

- 10 years' experience in property and asset management,



ideally across diverse national portfolios with strong Office experience.
- Experience establishing, scaling or transforming an asset management function.
- Strong commercial acumen and expertise in leasing, financial performance, capital planning and portfolio optimisation.
- Proven ability to implement governance frameworks, reporting standards and consistent operating processes.
- Demonstrated leadership capability and experience managing internal teams and external service providers.
- Confidence engaging with owners, Directors, executives and key external stakeholders.
- A hands-on, outcomes-driven approach and willingness to travel nationally.

What's on Offer?

- Executive-level remuneration with performance-based incentives.
- Direct access to ownership and genuine influence over business strategy.
- The opportunity to establish and shape a national asset management function.
- Accountability for a diverse portfolio with significant performance improvement and growth opportunities.
- A pivotal leadership role within an established private property group.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are a senior property leader looking for the opportunity to shape a national asset management function, influence executive-level decisions and drive performance across a diverse portfolio, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

To find out more, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

To Apply

Please call Joel Barbuto on 0403 203 000 for more information or email your CV to [email protected]. All applications will be held in the strictest of confidence. Only those with the right to work in Australia need apply.

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