Lease Manager

Job Title

Lease Manager

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this role is to manage lease requirements, consult with solicitors on lease documentation for new sites and renewals, workflow processing and approvals in relation to lease billings and reconciliations and conduct quality reviews across lease abstractions and lease interpretation.

Job Description

Applicants must be Australian Citizens.

Location is flexible — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Canberra.

About The Role

You will manage end‑to‑end lease administration activities, ensuring accuracy across lease data, financial workflows, compliance certificates, revenue management and lease interpretation. You’ll work closely with solicitors, landlords, agents, and internal teams to ensure all lease documentation, renewals, options, new tenants and surrenders are executed correctly and on time.

Key Responsibilities

Lease Administration — Prepare WIP and Debtors reports, manage ongoing data accuracy, complete new site checklists, and review CPI/fixed increasesFinancial Workflow Management — Approve recurring and non‑recurring payments, resolve exceptions, manage rent rolls, and oversee revenue rechargesCompliance & Quality Review — Conduct quality checks on compliance certificates, insurance documentation, and lease obligation summariesRevenue Tenant Management — Review revenue rent rolls, manage recharges, follow up arrears, and support year‑end reconciliationsSolicitor Coordination — Instruct solicitors for renewals, options, new tenants and surrenders; ensure correct execution of lease documentationStakeholder Alignment — Work closely with Transaction Management to ensure all database entries, amendments and correspondence are accurate

About You

You bring strong property and lease administration experience, with the ability to manage complex documentation and financial processes. You offer:

Australian Citizenship (mandatory)3+ years’ experience in property or lease managementStrong understanding of lease documentation, obligations and financial processesExperience with property/lease management databasesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively across local and international teamsStrong client focus and ability to negotiate outcomes aligned with expectations

Why Join Cushman & Wakefield?

You’ll Be Part Of a High‑performing National Team Supporting One Of Australia’s Most Significant Property Portfolios. We Offer

Exposure to complex, diverse lease environmentsA collaborative, supportive cultureOpportunities for professional development

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a detail‑driven lease professional ready to step into a role with national impact, we’d love to hear from you.

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

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