Head of CRE, ANZ

Cushman & Wakefield; South Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global real estate firm is looking for a Head of CRE to drive strategic growth across Australia and New Zealand. This executive role entails leading a national team, developing business strategies, and enhancing client engagement. Ideal candidates will possess significant leadership experience in commercial real estate, strong commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of the ANZ property market. Benefits include a high-impact role with visibility and influence within the organization.

Benefits

High visibility and impact role

Opportunity to shape long-term strategy

Join a global business known for innovation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior leadership experience in commercial real estate.
• Proven track record in business development and client retention.
• Deep understanding of the ANZ property market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow market share and service capability.
• Represent the company at industry events and client forums.
• Champion business development initiatives.

Skills

Senior CRE leadership experience

Strong commercial acumen

Client engagement

Stakeholder management

Exceptional communication

Education

Tertiary qualifications in real estate, business, finance or related fields

Job description

Job Title

Head of CRE, ANZ

Job Description Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an exceptional leader to drive the strategy, performance, and growth of our Commercial Real Estate (CRE) division across Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to the Chief Executive, ANZ & North Asia, this is a rare senior executive opportunity to influence and elevate one of the region’s most respected CRE platforms and work with a market leader.

Job Description

What You’ll Lead

• Strategic direction for the ANZ region and high performance of CRE service lines
• A national team across Office Leasing, Industrial, Retail, Valuations, Capital Markets, Living Sectors & more
• Culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation and inclusion
• Commercial planning, revenue growth, margin performance & market expansion
• Client engagement, retention strategies, and brand presence across ANZ
• Cross-divisional collaboration with IFM, PDS, Advisory+ and regional/global partners

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow profit, market share, and service capability
• Represent Cushman & Wakefield at industry events, client forums & market engagements
• Champion cross-selling, integrated service delivery, and business development initiatives
• Strengthening governance, compliance and risk management frameworks
• Build, coach, and inspire leaders across the CRE business

About You

• Senior CRE leadership experience at national or regional level
• Strong commercial, strategic, and financial acumen
• Proven success in client engagement & business development
• Deep understanding of the ANZ property market
• Exceptional communication, influencing & stakeholder management skills
• Tertiary qualifications in real estate, business, finance or related fields

Why Join Us?

• Lead one of the most influential CRE businesses in the region
• High visibility, high impact role reporting to the CEO
• Opportunity to shape long-term strategy and market direction
• Join a global business known for innovation and excellence

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.