Commercial Leasing Manager

Ministry of Justice (New Zealand); Wellington; On-site; NZD 86,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks holiday leave

Online professional development portal

Access to inclusive networks

Job summary

At the Ministry of Justice in Wellington, a Commercial Leasing Manager leads the leased property portfolio, negotiates renewals, and provides expert leasing advice to diverse stakeholders. The role influences accommodation planning and strategic property projects shaping the department's footprint for years to come.

The position requires strong experience in commercial leasing, negotiation, and financial acumen, with collaboration across landlords, iwi and government agencies to deliver value

Qualifications

• Strong experience in commercial leasing, property management and related negotiations.
• Solid understanding of lease documentation, renewals, rent reviews and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Ministry's leased property portfolio and associated lease obligations.
• Negotiate lease renewals, rent reviews and acquisitions.
• Provide specialist commercial leasing advice to property and business stakeholders.
• Support accommodation planning, test fits and site assessments.
• Identify opportunities for portfolio optimisation, cost savings and workplace improvements.
• Manage lease financial planning, budgets and forecasting.
• Develop strong relationships with landlords, tenants, consultants, iwi and government agencies.
• Partner with the Strategy, Planning & Performance team to support long-term accommodation and portfolio strategies.
• Contribute to future property investment decisions and strategic planning initiatives.

Skills

Commercial leasing

Property management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Job description

Commercial Leasing Manager, Full TimeProperty | Corporate Services Wellington

Are you an experienced commercial leasing professional looking for an opportunity to influence one of New Zealand's largest and most diverse public sector property portfolios?Te Haeata/The OpportunityAs Commercial Leasing Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Ministry's leased property portfolio, ensuring commercial leasing arrangements support operational requirements, deliver value for money, and align with the Ministry's long-term property objectives.You will negotiate lease renewals, rent reviews and property transactions while providing expert leasing advice across the organisation. Working closely with landlords, consultants, government agencies and internal stakeholders, you will play a key role in delivering commercially sound property outcomes.This role is more than traditional lease management. You will work closely with the Strategy & Planning team to support accommodation planning, portfolio optimisation, future investment initiatives, and strategic property projects that will help shape the Ministry's property footprint for years to come.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Ministry's leased property portfolio and associated lease obligations.
• Negotiate lease renewals, rent reviews and acquisitions.
• Provide specialist commercial leasing advice to property and business stakeholders.
• Support accommodation planning, test fits and site assessments.
• Identify opportunities for portfolio optimisation, cost savings and workplace improvements.
• Manage lease financial planning, budgets and forecasting.
• Develop strong relationships with landlords, tenants, consultants, iwi and government agencies.
• Partner with the Strategy, Planning & Performance team to support long-term accommodation and portfolio strategies.
• Contribute to future property investment decisions and strategic planning initiatives.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

We're looking for someone who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery.

You will have:

• Strong experience in commercial leasing, property managementStrong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing complex lease portfolios and commercial property transactions.
• Sound knowledge of lease documentation, renewals, rent reviews and property legislation.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and forecastingThe ability to build trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work across multiple teams to deliver outcomes.

Mō mātou/About us

At TeTāhūo te Ture - the Ministry of Justice,we'recommitted to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.At the Ministry of Justice, we manage a significant national property portfolio that supports the delivery of justice services across Aotearoa New Zealand. We are seeking a Commercial Leasing Manager to manage our leased property portfolio and help shape the future of our accommodation strategy.This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future direction of a major government property portfolio while working alongside experienced property professionals committed to delivering better outcomes for New Zealanders. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, lead meaningful commercial negotiations, and contribute to the Ministry's evolving property and accommodation programme.Joining TeTāhūo te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations,disabilitiesand religions.

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefitstosupport your wellbeing and help make the Ministrya great placeto be.

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

Seeour full range of benefitshere.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salaryfor this rolewill be between $85,562 and $116,273and will based on skills and experience.

Applications close on 13 October 2026; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

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