The Property Council of Australia is the champion of Australia’s largest industry that employs more than 1.4 million Australians and shapes the future of our cities. Our members include large and small companies that invest in, own, manage and develop all forms of property as well as providers of professional services to the industry.

Manage the co-ordination & delivery of the QLD Division’s policy, advocacy, and media activities, within the framework of the Property Council’s commercial priorities and membership services.

Provide high level advice and support to the Executive Director, President, and Division Council in the execution of their duties in the Division and at national Board level.

Act as QLD Executive Director during periods when the Executive Director is on leave.

• Support the QLD Executive Director in leading the Division and undertake executive duties as directed and required.

• Develop policy positions to put to state and local government incorporating strong member input.

• Foster strong positive relationships with key ministers, shadow ministers, policy advisers, state government executives and staff, targeted local government.

• Make a major contribution to the content, design and delivery of the Division’s public affairs strategies and corporate communications strategies.

• Proactively assist commercial staff in identifying and scoping product and new member opportunities.

• Provide strong leadership and coaching to develop and retain a high-performance team.

• Excellent understanding of political and public policy processes within government.
• Strong understanding and experience in policy development.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated experience in managing effective teams in the public or private sector.
• Media and public speaking experience essential.
• Experience in controlling and managing budgets.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, interpersonal skills.
• Strong skills in strategic and creative problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work in a small team environment.
• Strong research skills including the use of IT and innovative data sources.
• Being proactive assertive and outgoing.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Thoughtful and considered decision making in a fast-paced environment.
• Undergraduate degree in politics public affairs/policy; economics, law or similar.

About you

Alongside a competitive remuneration and benefits package, we support ongoing professional development, fostering a culture of continual learning and improvement.

Our offices are located in the CBD, close to public transport and we support flexible working arrangements, ensuring you have a work-life balance. Our wellbeing programs offer a range of lifestyle benefits,  and our salary packaging options allow you to maximise your take home pay. You even get a day off on your birthday!

As a Diversity Council of Australia Inclusive Employer  (2022-2024), the Property Council of Australia encourages applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people with a disability.  We are happy to use your preferred means of communication and make any reasonable adjustments during the selection process.

If you see yourself as an agent of change who can have a real impact, APPLY NOW!

Property Council of Australia
Level 1, 11 Barrack Street
SYDNEY NSW 2000
P: 9033 1900
www.propertycouncil.com.au