Transactions Manager - Retail

Description

The Transaction Manager – Retail will report to the General Manager of Investment Strategy & Transactions and will support the origination, acquisition and divestment of retail assets. This role is designed to drive investment‑management thinking, project‑manage transactions and influence best practice across the end‑to‑end transaction lifecycle.

The successful candidate will work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget, while building and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders, investors, consultants and industry partners. They will also contribute to a high‑performing team culture by supporting the development of tools, processes and systems that enhance transaction capabilities.

• Originate, acquire and divest retail assets in line with portfolio strategy.
• Develop and implement transaction strategies to optimise performance and identify growth opportunities.
• Conduct market research and transaction analysis to inform investment decisions.
• Prepare investment papers and supporting materials for key transactions.
• Lead project and stakeholder management, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver on time and within budget.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, investors, consultants and industry partners.
• Contribute to a high‑performing team culture by fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Support the development and improvement of tools, processes and systems for transaction capabilities.
• Leverage broad market networks to identify value‑generating opportunities.

Requirements

Applicants should have a minimum tertiary qualification in Property, Land Economics, Real Estate, Commerce or Business, with CA, CFA, Master of Applied Finance or MBA considered advantageous. Eight or more years of experience in property or private‑equity, particularly in retail transactions, strong analytical and valuation skills, broad market networks and excellent communication and negotiation abilities are required.

• Hold a tertiary qualification in Property, Land Economics, Real Estate, Commerce or Business (CA, CFA, MBA advantageous).
• Possess 8+ years of property or private‑equity experience with a focus on retail transactions.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, valuation (Forbury, ARGUS, Estate Master) and problem‑solving skills.
• Exhibit strategic agility, independent thinking and exceptional interpersonal, communication and negotiation abilities.
• Show high organisation, time‑management, self‑drive and ability to work independently.

Benefits

Dexus offers a hybrid flexible‑working model, wellbeing allowances, extra annual leave, professional development support and a commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability. Initiatives such as LGBTQ+ inclusion, Parents@Work support and a focus on closing the gender pay gap underline the company’s dedication to a supportive and progressive workplace.

• Benefit from flexible hybrid work, wellbeing allowances, extra leave, professional development, inclusive culture, sustainability focus and Parents@Work support.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance