Heritage Lead | Heritage Consultancy & Conservation Industry

MACRO Recruitment; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Partial remote work

Professional development support

Study leave: four days annually

Job summary

MACRO Recruitment is seeking a Heritage Lead for a conservation consultancy based in Sydney’s northern metropolitan region. The role targets senior leadership across heritage projects with a focus on strategic growth and national presence.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate deep heritage expertise, strong client networks, and the ability to mentor a team while balancing development objectives with conservation principles. Competitive salary and flexible options are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in heritage architecture, conservation, or consultancy with leadership demonstrated.
• Proven success in business development within heritage projects.
• Solid understanding of heritage regulations, planning frameworks, and conservation methods.
• Australian citizenship is a mandatory requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of heritage consultants across major Australian cities.
• Drive strategic growth and enhance the national presence of the heritage practice.
• Develop and maintain strong relations with clients, architects, government bodies, and industry partners to secure new projects.
• Manage complex heritage and adaptive reuse projects ensuring adherence to legislation and planning guidelines.
• Offer expert strategic advice balancing development objectives with conservation principles.
• Oversee budgets, revenue objectives, profitability, and resource management for optimal team performance.
• Support professional growth, manage staff performance, and plan for future leadership.
• Collaborate across design and project teams to ensure cohesive project outcomes.
• Represent the consultancy externally and contribute at executive leadership level.

Skills

Heritage leadership

Heritage architecture

Conservation consultancy

Business development

Client relationship management

Team mentorship

Job description

Heritage Lead | Heritage Consultancy & Conservation Industry

MACRO Recruitment – Sydney North Shore NSW

Heritage Lead | Conservation Consultancy Sector

Seeking a Heritage Lead, Senior Heritage Consultant, or Principal Consultant to champion heritage conservation projects within a well-regarded consultancy.
This is a full-time permanent opportunity based in a vibrant metropolitan area.

About the Heritage Lead position

• Essential: Significant experience in heritage architecture, conservation, or consultancy with proven leadership skills.
• Salary indication: Competitive remuneration around AUD 170,000 to AUD 200,000 annually.
• Location: Northern metropolitan region within Sydney.

Key responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to a dedicated team of heritage consultants across major Australian cities.
• Drive strategic growth and enhance the national presence of the heritage practice.
• Develop and maintain strong relations with clients, architects, government bodies, and industry partners to secure new projects.
• Manage complex heritage and adaptive reuse projects ensuring adherence to relevant legislation and planning guidelines.
• Offer expert strategic advice balancing development objectives with conservation principles.
• Oversee budgets, revenue objectives, profitability, and resource management for optimal team performance.
• Support professional growth, manage staff performance, and plan for future team leadership.
• Collaborate across design and project teams to ensure cohesive project outcomes.
• Represent the consultancy externally and contribute at the executive leadership level.

Why you should consider this opportunity

This role offers the chance to lead a respected heritage consultancy practice with significant autonomy and strategic influence. You'll have the opportunity to guide conservation efforts affecting prominent projects while fostering business development and innovation.

About your potential employer
A specialised heritage consultancy focused on excellence and innovation in conservation, offering competitive packages and flexible arrangements such as a 9-day fortnight and partial remote working. Professional development and accreditation support are part of the culture, alongside a balanced and collaborative work environment.

What we require from you

• Experienced senior leader in heritage consultancy management.
• Demonstrated success in business development within heritage projects.
• Solid understanding of heritage regulations, planning frameworks, and conservation methods.
• Australian citizenship is a mandatory requirement.

Benefits summary

• Competitive salary with superannuation included.
• Flexible work options including a compressed workweek and some remote work.
• Support for professional growth and career advancement.
• An inclusive and supportive team environment valuing work-life balance.
• (-Day Fortnight
• Professional Development: Four days of approved study leave annually. CPD support and career development opportunities.