Senior Development Manager WA

McDonald's Australia is the largest quick service restaurant operation in the country. Fondly known as "Macca's", we have been a household name in Australia for over 50 years, we believe that our customers are the heart and soul of everything we do and make it our mission to make every moment count As an employer of choice winner time and time again, working with us means taking pride and having fun along the way; while growing and developing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

With new restaurant openings driving significant growth in the Australian market each year, our National Development Group is at the heart of McDonald's expansion strategy. As the Senior Development Manager you will play an integral role in finding, evaluating and acquiring freehold and leasehold properties. Bring your extensive experience in retail/commercial property acquisitions to the largest Quick Service Restaurant in the country and apply today

• Using industry connections, real estate knowledge and experience to actively find new sites in WA (freehold or leasehold)
• Assessing and evaluating the feasibility, suitability and potential of each site
• Presenting analysis and recommendations to the Senior Leadership Team
• Operating as a subject matter expert to help stakeholders understand the strengths and risks of each potential site
• Managing the end-to-end property acquisition (or leasing) process, including working with the legal team and external consultants (where applicable) to negotiate deals, seek internal approvals, finalise legal documentation, and pursue relevant authority approvals (e.g., development approval) up to possession of the property for handover to the Construction Team
• Engaging key stakeholders such as Franchisees, McOpCo (Company owned) leadership, vendors, landlords, Senior Leadership Team, corporate departments and National Development Group (NDG)
• Ensuring alignment and communication between all parties to keep projects on track and deliver on the wider NDG plan
• Presenting to (and participating in) NDG board meetings, liaising regularly with members

• A degree in Real Estate Development or a related field
• Demonstrated experience as a property/real estate Development Manager (acquisitions focused) in retail/commercial environment
• Knowledgeable in property acquisitions, with a developed skill in structuring and negotiating deals
• Strong understanding of the property market
• Ability to capture and influence stakeholders
• Demonstrated results in managing site or project delivery
• General town planning understanding 

• Competitive Remuneration Package. We offer a total reward package of base salary, health care, an uncapped incentive bonus plan and share plan.
• 5 Weeks of Annual Leave. Switch off and recharge or explore your passions outside of work with an additional week of annual leave each calendar year.
• Highly Flexible Work Environment. Our teams have embraced a hybrid working model, balancing working remotely and connecting in the office to support our people and how they best add value.
• Birthday & Volunteer Leave. Enjoy a day-off during your birthday month and 3 days annually to volunteer for a registered charity you are passionate about.
• Ongoing Professional Development.  We are committed to developing our people by investing in leadership programs and free access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Macca's Staff Discount & Retail Discounts. Enjoy discounted Macca's at any restaurant across Australia and access to hundreds of retail discounts.
• Access To Our 24/7 Wellbeing Partner (Sonder) For You & Your Immediate Family. Using the Sonder app, access free and confidential safety, medical and mental health support via chat or phone with accredited professionals.
• A Fun & Vibrant Culture. Immerse yourself in local and Macca's only events and experiences from day one of working with us.

At Macca's, our doors are open to everyone, and we live by our Golden Rule: treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, always. We're committed to building a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered - it's our people who make us Macca's.

As an equal opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you have a disability, illness or injury and need adjustments during the recruitment process, we're here to help, just reach out to start the conversation.