Acquistion Manager

Introduction:

Jinding is seeking a driven and strategic Acquisition Manager to join our Developments team. This pivotal role is responsible for securing land for future developments and delivering a robust pipeline of projects across Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia, with occasional support in other states.

As an Acquisitions Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and execute land acquisition strategies aligned with company goals.
• Lead negotiations, feasibility studies, and due diligence for all acquisitions.
• Source and secure 'off market' opportunities through targeted outreach and mapping.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, landowners, and consultants.
• Conduct strategic assessments of catchments to identify target acquisition areas.
• Prepare and manage financial models and feasibility studies for internal approvals.
• Coordinate internal approval processes including submissions to executive committees.
• Manage project budgets and consultant engagements during acquisition phases.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in emerging markets or sectors.
• Prepare business plans, strategy papers, and board submissions for new initiatives.

About you..

• Proven experience in land acquisition or property development.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen and attention to detail.

Description:

Qualifications and Experience..

• Relevant property or finance degree
• 5 years' experience with at least the last 3 in the Vic market

Please provide responses to the following questions with your application:

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Describe a land acquisition you led. What was your strategy and what was the outcome?

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How do you evaluate whether a potential acquisition meets hurdle rates and company targets?

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What methods do you use to source 'off market' opportunities, and how successful have they been?

Skills and Experiences:

Who we are...

Australian owned and operated, we are headquartered in Melbourne with offices in Sydney, Brisbane and China with a team of over 500.

Since launching in Australia in 2016, our developments team have established a pipeline worth over $2.3 billion, including 4300 lots; our real estate team have sold over $2.3 billion of property and our funds management team have raised over $80 million. We have also expanded the number of offices in China to 10, providing the Australian real estate market with one of the strongest channel sales networks in the country.

When you work with us, you'll become part of a dynamic team of professionals who are unwavering in their approach to demonstrate and deliver consistent and forward-thinking outcomes for not only the business, but their individual career goals. We are collaborative and the ultimate fusion of cultures from different parts of the world. Embracing all these elements makes your journey diverse whilst exposing you to all facets of our operation to ensure your success.

Why join us?

At Jinding, we offer a collaborative and high-performing work environment, competitive remuneration, and opportunities for career growth. Enjoy access to professional development programs, a range of salary sacrificed options regular team events. We also reward success with performance-based incentives and recognition programs.