Head of Acquisitions

Location: Murarrie, QLD (Turrbal and Jugera Country)

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Shape the Future of Early Learning Spaces

Goodstart is growing, and we need a strategic leader to drive our expansion

As Head of Acquisitions – Property, you'll lead the end-to-end acquisition process—identifying, negotiating, and securing new and replacement centres across Australia.

Reporting to the GM of Property, you'll leverage your expertise in property acquisitions, M&A, and development to build a strong pipeline, ensuring our centres remain high-quality, accessible, and sustainable for future generations.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and drive growth in a values-led, not-for-profit organisation, apply now

Your Impact:

• Lead end-to-end acquisitions to expand and enhance Goodstart's centre network
• Identify and secure new and replacement sites aligned with our growth strategy
• Conduct due diligence, financial analysis, and market research to guide decisions
• Negotiate and execute Freehold, Leasehold, and Business Acquisitions
• Build strong relationships with developers, agents, councils, and stakeholders
• Support the 5-year network plan, ensuring long-term sustainability
• Collaborate across finance, legal, and operations to streamline processes
• Provide expert advice and reporting to senior leadership
• Drive continuous improvement and mentor the property team

What Goodstart can offer you:

• Flexible work arrangements giving you choice about when and how work will be done in order to better manage your work and non-work needs (as agreed with line manager)
• Salary Packaging benefits which reduce your taxable income to increase take home pay
• Access to discounted childcare (up to 15%)
• Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA
• Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Work for a company that has an aspiration to be globally recognised for early years practice and learning outcomes

You'll bring to the table:

• A minimum of 10 years' experience leading acquisition and development transactions across large, multi-site tenant-focused organisations, with a proven ability to manage high-volume targets nationally
• Expertise in AFL's, Leases, Sales Contracts, and a solid understanding of Town Planning and Development Application processes
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects across a national framework and deliver on time with uncompromising quality
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to initiate change and champion new approaches
• A bachelor's degree in property or development (preferred) or equivalent experience, along with a strong background in financial management and reporting
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and a commitment to fostering teamwork across the property group
• Experience in the childcare leasing/acquisition and development sector is highly desirable.
• Flexibility for domestic travel and working outside normal business hours as required

How to apply:

Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application.

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Supporting our people and protecting our children:

We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.