Property Portfolio Specialist

Make a Difference Where You Work

At Willoughby City Council, we're committed to creating a sustainable, inclusive and thriving community. We deliver essential services while embracing innovation, integrity and environmental responsibility.

Reporting to the Strategic Property Team Leader, you will play a key role in managing and optimising Council's diverse property portfolio. You'll help deliver strategic property outcomes, maximise asset value and support initiatives that benefit both Council and the community.

Why Join Us?

Shape Council's Property Future: Contribute to strategic property initiatives, acquisitions, divestments and redevelopment opportunities.

Drive Commercial Outcomes: Help maximise revenue and value across Council's property portfolio.

Diverse and Impactful Work: Work across leasing, licensing, property strategy, asset management and stakeholder engagement.

About the Role

As the Property Portfolio Specialist, you will:

• Manage Council's leases, licences and day-to-day property matters.

• Support property portfolio reviews and the Strategic Property Plan.

• Coordinate lease renewals, rent reviews, inspections and arrears management.

• Assist with acquisitions, disposals, easements and encroachment matters.

• Monitor property performance and identify revenue improvement opportunities.

• Prepare reports, policies and recommendations on property matters.

• Provide property advice to internal and external stakeholders.

• Support property projects and transactions across Council's portfolio.

What You’ll Bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Property, Business, Law or a related discipline.

• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence.

• Experience in commercial property management, urban planning or a similar role.

• Demonstrated experience managing leases, licences and property transactions.

• Strong financial, commercial and analytical skills, including budgeting and reporting experience.

• Knowledge of property legislation, land classifications, zoning controls and procurement processes.

• Experience developing property strategies, portfolio reviews and revenue-generating initiatives.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and stakeholder expectations.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management systems.

Desirable:

• Experience within Local Government, State Government or another public sector environment.

• Experience with strata and building management committees.

How to apply

Visit https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers  to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact: Georgie Greer on Georgie.Greer@willoughby.nsw.gov.au or 02 •••• •851.  

Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description. The Position Description (PD) is located in the Job Attachments section of the job listing.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

Applications must be submitted in PDF Format

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.