Position Number: 0065213
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed Term for 3 years
Department: Corporate Development (CD)
Salary: UOM 9 - $139,693 - $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super
- Develop university-wide estate strategy / Implement innovative planning frameworks/Lead cross-campus projects
- Apply now to revolutionise university estate planning and design, creating spaces that inspire learning and research excellence
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible work environment!
This position is a professional development opportunity for University of Melbourne staff. Only current Continuing, Fixed-Term, and Casual staff are eligible to apply. Eligible staff wishing to apply must update their profile on the application page to indicate they are ‘currently employed by the University of Melbourne’. This will confirm eligibility for positions that are open to internal staff applicants only.
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Your next career opportunity
As Manager, Estate Planning and Design, you'll spearhead the development and implementation of key priority workstreams for the University's estate. You'll work across all campuses, playing a crucial role in building capacity and capability within the Estate Planning and Performance team. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing short, medium, and long-term property portfolio plans that align with the University's academic and strategic needs.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Implement Estate Planning and Design Framework: Develop and manage new processes to enhance planning and design consistency across the University.
- Develop Strategic Portfolio Plans: Create a 5-year property and infrastructure plan to support investment planning across the estate.
- Lead Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing high-level advice on planning and design matters.
- Drive Reporting and Metrics: Develop procedures for accurate reporting of the University's Estate Planning and Design Framework metrics.
You may be a great fit if:
You are an experienced property portfolio professional with a post-graduate qualification in a relevant field, possessing extensive knowledge of large, complex property portfolios and the ability to create a unified approach to planning and design at an institutional scale
You may also:
- Have experience developing strategic portfolio plans to support executive reporting and decision-making.
- Possess high-level business acumen and the ability to translate strategy into tangible outcomes.
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
- Have strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence diverse groups.
- Show a commitment to the University's values and collaborative work environment.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Corporate Development (CD)
The Corporate Development (CD) team drives the University’s growth and strategic initiatives by identifying and pursuing partnership and investment opportunities. They conduct market research, negotiate deals, and integrate new assets or partners to enhance the University’s value and market presence.
The team consists of six sub-portfolios: • Corporate Finance and Business Development
• Estate Planning and Performance
• Estate Development
• Commercial Management
• Portfolio Management and Capital Investment
• Treasury & Financial Investments
• Sustainability
The Corporate Development (CD) portfolio's core objective is to advance University strategy and operations by sustainably driving increased institutional capacity and improving stakeholder experience.
The team is responsible for ensuring that the University’s property, infrastructure, and financial assets/liabilities enable strategy and provide a meaningful competitive advantage. The CD team’s key activities include strategy, planning and performance monitoring of the University’s estate; investment in and development of real property; enterprise portfolio management monitoring and reporting; strategic and capital investment planning and processes; oversight and reporting of financial investment portfolios; treasury and financial risk management; debt raising and management; commercial business development arrangement and execution; sustainability strategy development, planning, governance and reporting; and project communications and engagement support.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Rehan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
