Woolworths

Assistant Development Manager- Property

• Join one of Australia’s leading retail groups, and enjoy the opportunity to grow and make a positive difference.

• Support multiple end-to-end projects in a dynamic environment.

• An exciting opportunity to join the Woolworths Property Team based in a new office location  with flexible working arrangements.

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Woolworths Property is accountable for all property undertakings of the Woolworths Group and provides comprehensive, proactive property solutions to support the existing retail businesses and their future growth.

What you’ll do:

Join Australia’s largest retailer as our Assistant Development Manager as we continue to innovate and shape the future of retail.Reporting to the Senior Development Manager, you’ll work closely with internal teams including the Leasehold Portfolio team to create and deliver several new and innovative retail projects across Melbourne and the greater VIC region.

• Work with a range of internal teams to develop and implement strategies to deliver a network plan, including sourcing retail development sites through varied acquisition strategies, for future activity that supports the growth of the business;

• Achieve internal business and authority approvals for projects, ensuring to maximise the amenity and financial outcome for Woolworths and satisfy long-term community outcomes;

• Manage a team of consultants to deliver projects that meet or exceed time, cost and quality benchmarks;

• Provide accurate reporting (Monthly to Bi-monthly) on developments and property strategies; and 

• Take a visionary & strategic approach to planning of retail centres developments.

What you’ll bring 

You are passionate about retail development and can demonstrate a level of experience in a similar field coupled with design coordination and planning approval experience in retail and/or mixed-use (commercial or residential) developments. You’ll join the team with experience in guiding a consultant team to deliver, lease and open retail and/or mixed-use centres.

• Broad knowledge of property economics, legislation and valuation.

• Strong capabilities in project delivery, management, and planning, including consultant team leadership.

• Ability and experience to liaise effectively with local government and authorities.

• Strong commercial acumen combined with an understanding and experience with financial modelling.

• You are a natural communicator with strong  negotiation skills.

• Strong project delivery ability combined with project management and project planning capabilities.

What you’ll experience

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.

• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers plus paid superannuation for up to 12 months while the Team Member is on parental leave - eligible from the first day of employment.

• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app. A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.  

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group 

As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. 

Woolworths Group is an inclusive, team-first company and we value all skills and experiences. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.