Senior Manager, Alternative Investments

Dexus; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Wellbeing Allowance

Annual Leave

Study Support

Inclusion & Diversity

Job summary

Dexus, a leading Australasian real asset group, seeks a Senior Manager in Alternative Investments to own the complete investment lifecycle—from origination to divestment—and to drive performance across assets. You will manage transitions of acquisitions into the portfolio, structure complex transactions, and shape asset strategies to maximise returns.

Ideal candidates have strong experience in Transactions, Development and/or Investment Management, with robust stakeholder engagement and market

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Transactions, Development and/or Investment Management across multiple sectors.
• Ability to maintain a quality pipeline of investment opportunities through market engagement and relationships.
• Strong stakeholder management and presenting strategies to diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Own the full investment lifecycle for assets within Alternative Investments portfolio.
• Originating acquisition and divestment opportunities to support growth.
• Assessing and structuring transactions across asset classes and risk profiles.

Skills

Transactions

Development

Investment Management

Stakeholder management

Market engagement

Job description

Dexus (ASX: DXS) is a leading Australasian fully integrated real asset group, managing a high-quality Australasian real estate and infrastructure portfolio valued at $51.4 billion. With more than four decades of expertise in real asset investment, funds management, asset management and development, we have a proven track record in capital and risk management and delivering returns for investors.

The Opportunity

In this rare and exciting opportunity, the Senior Manager, Alternative Investments will own the full investment lifecycle for assets within Alternative Investments portfolio – originating, structuring and executing acquisitions and divestments, and driving the strategy, operation and performance of the assets under management to maximise asset value and investment returns.

This role includes assets and capital strategies across various classes, such as residential, healthcare, and data centres.

You will make an impact by:

• Originating acquisition and divestment opportunities to support the growth of Alternative Investments
• Assessing and structuring transactions across different asset classes and risk profiles, ensuring alignment with Fund, Balance Sheet Strategies and Investment Plans.
• Leading end-to-end transaction execution, including due diligence and coordination of internal and external stakeholders.
• Transitioning acquired assets into the portfolio and drive asset and development strategies to maximise returns through to divestment.
• Monitoring market trends, transaction and competitor activity, and emerging investment opportunities to continuously refine asset strategies

About You

To succeed in this role, you will ideally bring demonstrated experience in Transactions, Development and/or Investment Management across multiple sectors with a strong understanding of financial markets. Through your previous roles, you will showcase the ability to maintain a quality pipeline of investment opportunities through market engagement and relationships while executing acquisitions, asset plans and divestments. Stakeholder savvy in nature, you’ll effectively partner, present strategies and maintain strong relationships across a diverse stakeholder group.

Why choose Dexus?

The Dexus culture and spirit is what differentiates us. Together, we take pride in our values: rally to achieve together and build trust through action. As an employee of Dexus, you will benefit from:

• Flexible Working: Our hybrid work model lets you thrive both professionally and personally. Whether it’s working from home or collaborating in our state of the art and award-winning offices, we’ve got you covered.
• Wellbeing Matters: Enjoy a Wellbeing Allowance, extra annual leave days (our exclusive ‘Dexus’ days), and our holistic Safe and Well program. Your health and happiness is a priority.
• Continuous Growth: Enhance your career with professional development, memberships, and study assistance. We invest in your learning journey.
• Tribe: Our commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ staff earned us Silver Employer Status in the AWEI 2026. We foster an inclusive environment where each individual feels recognised and appreciated.
• Focus on Sustainability: Dexus is deeply committed to making a positive impact on the communities it serves. Align your personal values with your professional endeavours.
• Parents@Work: Supporting parents and carers through coaching and education. We understand the importance of work-life integration.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity in every form. We are actively striving to close the gender pay gap and invite applications from individuals of all genders, backgrounds and abilities. If you believe you can thrive in this role but do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Reach out to talentacquisition@dexus .com if you require any accommodations or additional support during our recruitment process; we're here to help.

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