Leasing and Transactions Officer

Cumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney’s new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the new Western Parkland City. The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent.

Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel **_welcome_**, **_belong_**_ _and **_succeed_**.

**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**:
The Property Services team is responsible for the provision of professional and expert support in the management and delivery of property advice regarding Council's Property portfolio including leasing, licencing, acquisition and disposal of property.

We have an exciting opportunity within the team for an experienced and professional person to join us in this role. Reporting to the Coordinator Property Services, this role works closely in partnership with internal and external stakeholders on all property transactions.

The successful applicant will require:

- Tertiary qualifications in property economics or a property related discipline
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in property related dealings such as local government, commercial leasing and transactions, commercial portfolio management, commercial sales, commercial valuation experience, commercial property management and/or commercial leasing administration experience
- Significant experience in portfolio management, commercial leasing and transactions, property management and commercial lease negotiation property contracts including leases, licences and sale contracts of council assets
- Understanding of the legal framework in developing a head of agreement, understanding of commercial lease clauses and understanding and experience in reviewing a lease/licence agreement
- Experience with instructing a range of stakeholders including valuers, surveyors and solicitors
- Experience with overall portfolio management, managing tenants, leasing queries, debt management, vacancy and budget reporting
- Highly experienced with proven track record of negotiating property and/or leasing transactions
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel and Tech One
- Class C drivers licence
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple property projects and leasing transactions
- Proactive approach to problem solving with strong decision-making capabilities
- Superior communication skills including effective report writing, presentations, facilitation, public relations, and conflict resolutions skills.

Download the position description here for more information.

**Position information**: This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 70 hour fortnight, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement.

This role is predominantly located at Council's Merrylandsoffice, with occasional travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations.

**Salary information**: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 11 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,584.79 to $1,822.51 per week, plus 10.5% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role.

**WHAT WE CAN OFFER**:

- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or an additional three (3) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave,** **15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to C