Corporate Development Manager

Overview Join a highly engaged, professional, and collaborative teamAn exciting role that will help shape the growth agenda for REA GroupPermanent role based in MelbourneWe're REAWith bold and ambitious goals, REA Group is changing the way the world experiences property.
No matter where you're at on your property journey, we're here to help with every step - whether that's finding or financing your next home.Our people are the key to our success.
At the heart of everything we do is a thriving culture centred around high performance and care.
We are purpose driven and collaborative, which drives innovation and our ability to make a real impact.
As such, we're proud to have been named one of Australia's Best Workplaces four times since 2021 - including third place in 2025 - plus Best Workplace for Women in 2023 and Best Workplace in Technology in 2024 and 2025.
These listings are testament to every person who helps make REA a great place to work.
Where the team fits in The Corporate Development team assists REA Group and its business units to develop, define and evolve their partnership and inorganic growth strategies to meet the overall Group's aspiration of profitable growth.
Key responsibilities of the team include identifying, assessing, executing and portfolio managing potential corporate transactions, and negotiating strategic partnerships, for REA Group.
You will play a hands-on role in the assessment and execution of corporate investment activity including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic investments, commercial partnerships, divestitures and portfolio management.
What the role is all about Monitor offshore and domestic markets and product segments including competitor and peer activityAssist with proactively identifying potential commercial partners and acquisition/investment targets, as well as proactive portfolio review and managementInvestigate, assess and respond to inbound enquiry as it relates to M&A and investment activityAssess the viability and financial / strategic implications of potential M&A and commercial partnership opportunitiesExecute potential corporate transactions and commercial partnerships, including playing a lead role in key work streams such as financial analysis, valuation, due diligence, documentation and integration Who we're looking for Demonstrated experience in investment banking (Senior or Analyst or Associate level) or similar Corporate Finance/ Advisory or Transaction Services experience, and/or internal Corporate Development positionsStrong research and analytical skillsProficiency developing detailed 3-way (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow) financial models and valuations (including discounted cash flow valuations), and comparable company analysisExperience preparing presentations, and other bespoke analytics to support decision-makingFamiliarity with corporate finance execution from origination through to completion highly regardedHighly developed verbal and written communication skillsAbility to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines The REA experience The physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our people is something we'll never stop caring about.
This is a place to learn and grow.A hybrid and flexible approach to workingFlexible leave options including, birthday leave and purchase additional leaveFlexible parental leave offering for primary and secondary carersOur Because We Care program offers employees volunteering leave, community grants, matched payroll giving and our Community Café donates 100% of revenue to charityHackdays so you can bring your big ideas to life Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
We believe teams with diverse ideas and experiences are more creative, more effective and fuel disruptive thinking.
If you've got the skills, dedication and enthusiasm to learn but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch.Like a lot of companies, we have perps out there who like to 'phish' and have had a few recent instances of people pretending to be from REA and making offers of employment on the condition that they transfer money for security checks.Find out more about our business services teams who partner with teams across the globe to re-imagine what's possible.Our corporate headquarters in Melbourne is a bright open space, open to possibilities.