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About the role

We’re currently on the lookout for an experienced Property Leasing Officer to join our Corporate Services Division, supporting our General Manager, Property & Assets. This role is pivotal in managing and optimising Scope’s property portfolio across Victoria.

The Property Leasing Officer is responsible for end-to-end leasing and licensing transaction management across properties owned or leased by Scope (Aust) Ltd. You’ll oversee existing leasehold agreements, negotiate new leases from both landlord and tenant perspectives, and provide expert advice on property tenure.

This role is central to ensuring our properties meet operational needs while supporting accessibility and inclusion for people with disability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing end-to-end property leasing activities, including new leases, renewals and exits
• Negotiating favourable commercial outcomes with landlords, such as rent-free periods and fit-out contributions
• Monitoring rent reviews, option renewals and lease expiries
• Managing make-good obligations at lease end to minimise cost and risk
• Maintaining accurate lease records, reporting and administration
• Collaborating with internal teams, landlords, agents, legal advisors and government stakeholders
• Supporting organisational growth by acting as a proactive and trusted property partner
• Embedding ethical service delivery, risk management and safety across all property leasing activities

What you’ll bring:

Qualifications & experience

• Tertiary qualification in Property Management, Real Estate or a related discipline
• Significant experience in property management, leasing or real estate
• Demonstrated experience working in a highly regulated environment
• Strong understanding of leasehold management and leasing agreements
• Knowledge of (or ability to quickly learn) accessibility and wheelchair-accessible building standards
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and manage complex matters

Capabilities

• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work confidently in complex and ambiguous environments
• A collaborative mindset with a genuine commitment to inclusion, safety and wellbeing
• An interest in—or willingness to learn about—the disability services sector

Important requirements

Working at Scope requires:

• A NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• A Working with Children Check
• A current full Australian driver’s license and ability to travel across sites 1-2 a week the first month
• Eligibility to work in Australia

Why join Scope?

At Scope, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We act bravely, celebrate people and excel together.

By joining us, you’ll be part of:

• An organisation with scale, ambition and heart—Australia’s largest not-for-profit disability service provider
• A collaborative, purpose-driven team influencing positive change across our sector
• A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging, where people from all walks of life are encouraged to contribute

 What we offer you:

• Sector-comparable remuneration
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per year to increase your take-home pay
• Flexible working arrangements – you’ll role model Scope’s standard of three days per week onsite, with alternative flexible arrangements considered
• A genuinely inclusive workplace—this role has been designed to be accessible to people with disability, and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond

View the position description  here!

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing

Scope is committed to providing safe, high-quality services that respect the rights of people with disabilities, children and young people. You’ll be expected to uphold Scope’s Workplace Health and Safety policies and contribute to a culture of care and accountability.

Scope (Aust) is a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Agencies: Whilst we appreciate your interest, we are confident we can find a great candidate without external support.

If at any time you require us to adjust our recruitment process to meet your individual needs please email careers@scopeaust.org.au

Please note, successful applicants will be required to hold a NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance and a Working with Children Check. If you have lived or worked for a continuous period of 12 months or more in another country within the last 10 years, a certified International Police Check from that country or countries will also be required. Please note that the offer will be conditional on meeting these requirements.