Head of Acquisitions

**Role**: Head of Acquisitions - Property
**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.
**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
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.
**Posting Notes**: MURARRIE, BRISBANE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF: LI || No Early Childhood Qualification || Full-Time