Senior Manager, Portfolio Management Pre-sale Finance Guarantee Program

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Apply your financial and property expertise to drive outcomes that matter—more homes, faster delivery, smarter decisions.
• Ongoing opportunity.
• Based at our Parramatta Office with flexible working supported as per policy.
• Clerk Grade 11/12 - Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,740 to $173,173 + super

The role

The NSW Government's Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee program is a bold new initiative designed to unlock housing supply by helping developers overcome financing barriers and progress viable residential projects. As part of a newly established team within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, we have a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact program that's accelerating housing delivery across the state.

We're building this team from the ground up and are seeking a Senior Manager, Portfolio Management with deep expertise in financial analysis, developer assessment, and construction sector dynamics. In this subject matter expert role, you'll lead the assessment of complex applications, providing critical advice on developer credibility, capability, capacity, and project risk. Your insights will directly inform which projects are supported, making your contribution central to the program's success.

You'll help shape how the program is understood and adopted across the sector. This includes contributing to the development of operational procedures and supporting strategic communication efforts that build awareness, clarify participation criteria, and foster engagement with developers, lenders, and service providers.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Manager Portfolio Management

What you will bring to the role

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, with the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across developers, lenders, service providers, and government agencies.
• Proven expertise in financial services, construction lending, or investment advisory, with a focus on portfolio and transaction management in property or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong analytical skills to assess developer portfolios, financial accounts, and project viability, with the ability to provide clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex financial and technical information into clear advice for diverse audiences.
• High level of professional integrity, accountability, and attention to detail, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management.
• Adaptable and collaborative mindset, with the ability to contribute to operational procedures and strategic communication initiatives that support program understanding and stakeholder engagement.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

What's in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday 31 August 2025 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Evan Campbell; Project Director via email

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn