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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.

Welcome to the Property Team
The Woolworths Property group is accountable for all property undertakings for the organisation. It exists to provide comprehensive proactive property solutions to support Woolworths Retail businesses and their future growth.

The Opportunity
Reporting to a Senior Property Portfolio Manager within the State Team you will assist in strategically growing the trading supermarket business through the delivery of new stores and optimisation of existing network together with supporting the retail operations team through effective and professional property management duties.

What you’ll do

• Negotiation of lease variations for Store refurbishments and eCom projects with co-investment from our Landlords.
• Preparing and documenting clear and concise business cases with accurate financial modeling, having also explored alternatives/sensitivities.
• Regular site visits to undertake Leasehold Portfolio Management - monitor and ensure Landlord obligations under leases are being met with regard to repair & maintenance and protection of trading amenity.
• Develop strategies for amenity improvement and Sustainability improvements with a focus on car parking for customers including negotiating for shade sails to be installed.
• Maintain and grow key relationships with Centre Managers and our Landlords whilst negotiating the best commercial outcome for the business when dealing with external stakeholders.
• Assist Senior Property Portfolio Manager in the implementation of Property Plan documenting the strategy for New store opportunities, refurbishments, extensions and closures.

What you’ll bring

• Established authentic customer-centric focus and passion to improve the patronage of our businesses
• Degree qualified in Property, Business, Commerce or related disciplines
• Commercial experience and knowledge of the property market across retail management and retail development including an understanding of the issues that exist for both Landlords and Tenants
• Business, planning and financial skills.
• Exposure to the retail management and development environment.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills to achieve results and productive relations

What you’ll experience

• Hybrid Flexibility: Blend in-office and in-store engagement with work-from-home opportunities for a balanced work week.
• 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

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.