Real Estate/Property Director

TelferYoung from CBRE; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Alliance Director to oversee a prominent client's real estate portfolio in New Zealand. In this pivotal role, you will provide leadership across asset management, lease services, and workplace operations, ensuring high-quality outcomes and fostering strong client relationships. Your expertise in commercial real estate and facilities management will drive innovation and operational excellence. If you are passionate about delivering client success and leading a high-performing team, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in commercial real estate, property management, or related fields.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute strategic real estate vision for the client's portfolio.
• Lead national property and real estate service lines.

Skills

Commercial Real Estate Experience

Leadership Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Budget Management

Negotiation Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Sustainability Leadership

Education

Professional Qualification in Real Estate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Lease Administration Systems

Job description

Job ID: 193728

Posted: 28-Mar-2025

Role type: Full-time

Areas of Interest: Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s): Auckland - Auckland - New Zealand, Wellington - Wellington - New Zealand

Location: Auckland or Wellington

CBRE is seeking a highly skilled Alliance Director to join our team, partnering with a prominent client in the financial sector. In this pivotal leadership role, you will provide strategic oversight across the client’s New Zealand real estate portfolio—encompassing asset management, lease and property services, and workplace operations. You will ensure the delivery of consistent, high-quality outcomes while building enduring client relationships and driving commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic real estate vision for the client’s portfolio, aligning with broader business goals.
• Provide national leadership across all property and real estate service lines, including Lease Management, Property Management, and Workplace Experience.
• Serve as the client’s trusted advisor, acting as the senior point of contact and ensuring strategic alignment between CBRE and client stakeholders.
• Lead commercial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability across the account.
• Manage and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
• Oversee landlord and tenant engagements, proactively resolving matters to support long-term portfolio performance.
• Identify and drive portfolio-wide improvement initiatives across real estate operations and service delivery.
• Integrate service delivery across multiple locations, functions, and suppliers to ensure consistent operational excellence.
• Uphold best-in-class standards for health, safety, compliance, and quality across all sites.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification with 10+ years of experience in commercial real estate, property management, or related fields.
• Extensive leadership experience in real estate strategy, portfolio oversight, or facilities management within corporate environments (preferably financial services).
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with a track record of managing budgets and delivering value through property services.
• Deep understanding of lease administration systems, real estate contracts, and market dynamics.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel within New Zealand; valid driver’s license required.

Health, Safety & Governance Responsibilities

• Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ): Championing a strong safety culture across all sites, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and client-specific requirements.
• Business Continuity & Risk Management: Developing and maintaining robust continuity plans, identifying operational risks, and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure portfolio resilience.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring full compliance with applicable property, leasing, workplace, and environmental regulations across the portfolio.
• ESG and Sustainability Leadership: Partnering with CBRE and client stakeholders to advance sustainability goals, support green building initiatives, and drive measurable environmental performance improvements.
• Data Integrity & Reporting: Overseeing accurate and timely reporting across financial, operational, and compliance metrics, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Vendor & Contractor Oversight: Managing third-party performance and compliance with HSEQ and ethical standards, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations.
• Crisis Management: Leading response protocols during critical incidents, supporting safety and communication procedures, and acting as a key contact for escalation.

If you are a strategic and commercially driven real estate leader with a passion for delivering client excellence and driving innovation across complex portfolios, we invite you to apply for this exciting leadership opportunity at CBRE.

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.