Commercial Manager

Woods & Co Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a fast-paced and growing property developer. Reporting directly to the Group CFO and Directors, this pivotal role will see you involved in the analysis, presentation, closing deals while securing funding for major property development projects across Melbourne and Regional Victoria.

With a strong pipeline of exciting property developments, this role is ideal for a professional with extensive experience in financial modelling, property development funding, and joint venture management. You will play a key role in shaping the group’s strategic initiatives and achieving its growth objectives.

What’s in it for you?

• $180,000 - $250,000 + Super ( Dependant on experience)
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• City fringe office location
• Involvement in high-profile property development projects.
• A chance to make a tangible impact on a growing portfolio of developments

What do you do?

• Develop and manage financial models to analyse potential and ongoing projects
• Prepare and present business cases, feasibility studies, and strategic advice to the board
• Lead the procurement of project funding from major and private banks, ensuring all conditions precedent are met
• Negotiate, draft, and manage Joint Venture (JV) agreements with high-net-worth investors and funders
• Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities and assess project viability
• Prepare corporate documentation, including Board Papers, PCG reports, and Investor Presentations
• Act as the primary point of contact for investors, banks, and directors on all commercial matters
• Mitigate commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle and resolve financial and contractual issues
• Foster a “portfolio mindset” to maximise cross-project synergies

What do you need?

• 5 - 10 years’ experience in a similar or complementary role.
• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Commerce, Accounting, Property, or related fields
• Deep expertise in investment execution, deal structuring, financial modelling, and portfolio construction
• Proven experience in property development funding, private equity, or JV agreements
• Advanced financial modelling skills; proficiency in Estate Master or similar software is advantageous
• Strong understanding of feasibility studies, returns assessment, and profit margin analysis
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage tight deadlines
• Residential property development experience is highly regarded but not essential

Our client believes in not just what they do, but how they do it. They offer a supportive work environment, competitive remuneration, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're as excited by this opportunity as we are and to learn more about the position please call Harry Prendergast on 0418 751 856 or email

harry@woodsco.com.au

Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workforce that values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community, and people with disability.