Team Leader – Council and Property Leasing
Tau ake rā te moana nei, e papaki kau ana ki te ākau tangata, kakenga waka ka mauru te tohu ki te arearenga o Mauao, he pou herenga mōu, he pou hononga mōu, kia herea ki te tika, kia herea ki te pono. Kia mau, kia ita, kia ū – haumi e, hui e, tāiki e!
Te Tūranga | About the role
This role will lead our Council Property and Leasing team to ensure the best use of Council real estate, maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional customer service and great community outcomes. The role will leverage industry best practices, effective negotiation and customer relationship strategies to enhance portfolio performance and achieve council objectives.
You will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, and community leases and licenses, leading a team of lease and property management specialists and support staff. Your extensive knowledge of leasing and property portfolio management, combined with your excellent team leadership and relationship skills, will be crucial in navigating the complexities of a multi-stakeholder environment.
Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring;
- Tertiary level qualification Property Management, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field
- Proven experience and knowledge of leasing & property management industry
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
- Strong background in portfolio management and reporting within a complex stakeholder environment
- Experience working in both private and public sector property management would be preferred
Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council
Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.
We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.
To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.
Te Tukanga | How to apply
If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we’d love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Ross Hudson at ross.hudson@tauranga.govt.nz
Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please follow the link https://jobs.tauranga.govt.nz/job-invite/394/ and apply thorough our website.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate.
- Our selection process may include behavioural interview(s), psychometric and ability assessments, reference checks, and pre-employment screening.
- Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy. If/where Tauranga City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our network of agencies. We ask that you please do not contact Tauranga City Council or any of its employees regarding vacancies. Tauranga City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to such unsolicited contact.
Closing date for the role is 13th October
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