Senior Recruitment Consultant - Property & Development
Established clients. Uncapped commission. A high‐performing team that supports your success.
Are you an experienced recruiter looking for a fresh challenge, greater earning potential and the opportunity to build your reputation in Melbourne's property market?
Gough Recruitment is expanding its Melbourne team
, and we're looking for an ambitious, commercially driven Senior Recruitment Consultant to specialise in
Property & Development
.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an established national brand, leverage existing client relationships and work alongside a collaborative, high-performing team.
We're particularly interested in speaking with experienced recruiters, but we're also open to professionals from across the property industry who have strong networks, commercial experience and a genuine interest in recruitment.
Why Join Gough? We believe in rewarding performance, investing in our people and creating an environment where motivated individuals can thrive.
Competitive base salary with uncapped commission
Annual performance bonus
Onsite gym with complimentary membership
Wellness allowance
Collaborative, supportive and high-performing Melbourne team
Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development
Autonomy to develop your market and manage your desk like your own business
Strong national relationships and opportunities across Australia and Asia
Regular incentives, team celebrations and company events
Experienced and approachable leadership team
Genuine opportunities to increase your earnings and develop your career
You'll be joining a team that works hard, shares opportunities and celebrates success. We value collaboration, accountability and providing an exceptional service to our clients and candidates.
The Opportunity You'll take ownership of a specialist recruitment desk across Melbourne's
Property & Development sectors
, partnering with leading property groups,



developers, agencies and asset managers.
With established relationships and active opportunities already in place, you'll have a strong foundation to build on while developing your own client network and growing your market presence.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing and developing established client relationships
Identifying and converting new business opportunities
Building strong networks across the Property & Development industries
Meeting with clients and providing recruitment and market advice
Taking detailed job briefs and identifying suitable candidates
Managing the full recruitment process from initial brief through to placement
Negotiating offers and delivering successful outcomes
Developing your LinkedIn presence and industry reputation
Collaborating with consultants across Melbourne and our national offices
Delivering an exceptional level of service to clients and candidates
This is an opportunity to take ownership of your market, build long-term relationships and enjoy the financial rewards of running a successful recruitment desk.
About You We're looking for someone who is commercially minded, motivated, confident and passionate about building relationships.
Ideally, you'll already have recruitment experience
, whether that's within Property, Development, Construction or another specialist recruitment market.
However, we're also interested in speaking with high-performing professionals from across the wider property industry, including:
Commercial and Retail Property
Residential Real Estate and Property Management




Property Development
Asset and Facilities Management
Leasing and Sales
Construction and Project Management
Property-related Business Development and Account Management
A proven background in recruitment, sales or relationship management
Strong business development and networking skills
Confidence engaging with senior clients and industry professionals
A proactive, commercially focused and solutions-driven approach
Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills
A collaborative attitude and willingness to contribute to team success
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
A track record of achieving targets and delivering results
A genuine commitment to exceptional customer service
For those coming from the property industry, we'll provide the recruitment training, systems and support needed to make a successful transition.
About Gough Recruitment
Gough Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment agency across the Real Estate, Property, Development and Construction industries, with offices throughout Australia and Asia.
Our Melbourne business is growing, and we're building a team of experienced, motivated and cooperative professionals who want to achieve great things together.
We combine the benefits of an established national brand with the energy and opportunities of a growing office.
Our culture is built around
collaboration, accountability, professional development and celebrating success
.
We invest in our people through ongoing training, industry-leading systems, regular coaching and experienced leadership, while giving consultants the autonomy to build their own markets and develop their careers.
Interested? If you're an experienced recruiter looking for your next opportunity, or a property professional considering an exciting career change, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Senior Recruitment Consultant - Property & Development (Melbourne)
🏢 Gough Recruitment
📍 Melbourne