Acquisitions Development Manager

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Posted Tuesday, 7 October 2025, 9:00 am

At Ingenia, we're all about building belonging.

As an ASX 200 listed company, Ingenia owns and operates a growing network of over 100 lifestyle communities and holiday parks across Australia. Our portfolio includes over 15,700 income-generating sites, with more than 11,000 residents calling our communities home each day, and over 1.2 million guest nights enjoyed annually across our holiday parks.

Whether someone is staying for a weekend or settling in for years, we're focused on creating warm, inclusive spaces where people truly feel at home.

Our people care deeply; about their work, their communities, and making a real difference. We're bold, customer-focused, and always improving. At Ingenia, you're empowered to grow, contribute, and create moments that matter.

Do what matters. Know you matter.

Join us and help bring great experiences to life, starting with you

We are currently hiring an Acquisitions Development Manager based out of our Sydney office.

Reporting to the Head of Acquisitions, this role is pivotal in identifying, assessing, and securing new land opportunities across NSW & VIC, preparing investment committee papers, and managing projects through the critical front-end phase, right up to development commencement. You'll be instrumental in setting projects up for success, rationalising planning risks, and ensuring a smooth handover to the delivery team.

Benefits

• Heavily discounted accommodation at Ingenia Holiday Parks
• Employee share options
• Retailer discounts
• Novated Lease options
• Hybrid working options, with ability to travel across NSW & VIC
• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and prepare investment cases for prospective acquisitions, including feasibility studies and financial analysis.
• Identify and secure new opportunities, managing due diligence, deal structuring, and consultant engagement.
• Coordinate planning approvals and liaise with internal and external stakeholders throughout the development application process.
• Develop project budgets and business cases, ensuring alignment with financial metrics and strategic goals.
• Support project setup and transition, ensuring readiness for delivery and minimising planning risks.

About You

• Planning expertise with experience in NSW/VIC approvals and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical skills, including feasibility modelling and Excel proficiency.
• Resilient and driven, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume acquisitions environment.
• Nice to have skills (not mandatory): development delivery experience, land lease familiarity, and Estate Master exposure.
• Personal qualities: adaptable, collaborative, commercially minded, and open to regular travel across NSW & VIC.

Recruitment Process

• Apply via Ingenia's website (no cover letter needed)
• Phone conversation with Talent Acquisition team
• Interviews
• Background Checks
• Receive your offer, and join your team that values your contribution and collaboration

All applicants must be able to work in Australia and provide evidence of working rights, as well as undergo a National Police Check.

At Ingenia, we're not just acquiring land; we're building communities. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, strategic insight, and a customer-first mindset. If you're ready to make a tangible impact and grow your career in a listed company with a national footprint, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more about what it's like to work with Ingenia, take a look at our LinkedIn page here.

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Sydney NSW, Australia