Work options: Hybrid
Hybrid working in line with Company policy
Help shape the future of Melbourne Airport. Key role supporting funding strategy, investor relations and credit ratings during a major growth phase
Melbourne Airport is entering a significant phase of growth, with an expanded capital investment program that will shape the future of aviation in Victoria. To support this, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Treasurer to join our high-performing Finance team.
This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the execution of Melbourne Airport's financing strategy, ensuring the organisation is market-ready to fund its ambitious growth agenda.
The Role
Reporting to the Treasurer, the Deputy Treasurer is a senior leadership role responsible for:
* Leading APAC's funding strategy and execution, including debt management and refinancing activities.
* Building and managing relationships with banks, ratings agencies, debt investors, and internal senior stakeholders.
* Preparing high-quality Board papers, investor materials, and governance reporting.
* Overseeing financial risk management, liquidity, and long-term planning.
* Coaching and developing the Treasury team, fostering a culture of capability and collaboration.
You will play a key role in maintaining APAC's credit ratings, ensuring strong investor engagement, and upholding Treasury policy and governance requirements. This role offers both strategic influence and hands-on execution in a complex, dynamic environment.
Explore how we are thinking big with exciting projects like the Third Runway, state-of-the-art terminals, and thriving business park developments. You can also learn more about life at Melbourne Airport – our culture, values, and what makes us unique at Join us in shaping the future of aviation as we propel Melbourne Airport towards becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination.
Key responsibilities:
The role's duties and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:
* Debt Management: Lead the development and execution of debt strategies, refinancing recommendations, investor presentations, deal execution, and program documentation (AMTN, EMTN, USPP, bank debt).
* Credit Rating Management: Act as APAC's subject matter expert on credit rating methodology, prepare collateral for rating agency meetings, and embed insights into corporate planning.
* Investor Relations: Lead investor engagement, including roadshow preparation, investor updates, and stakeholder communications.
* Financial Analysis & Modelling: Own and enhance long-term corporate and treasury models, scenario analysis, and Board-level forecasting.
* Financial Risk Management: Identify and manage financial risks, develop and execute hedging strategies, and oversee policy and compliance.
* Treasury Operations: Oversee treasury systems, settlements, cashflow forecasts, and treasury procedures.
* Leadership: Provide coaching, set goals, and develop a high-performing team aligned with APAC's corporate strategy.
The successful candidate will have:
* Leadership-level experience in a Corporate Treasury team or Debt Advisory role.
* Degree in Finance, Commerce, or Accounting, with CA/CPA/CFA qualifications preferred. Membership of ACTA (FTA) highly regarded.
* Deep execution experience across global funding markets and debt programs.
* Strong expertise in hedge accounting, interest rate risk management, and credit rating methodologies.
* Proven ability to influence at senior levels, backed by exceptional communication and presentation skills.
* Advanced financial modelling and analysis capability, with outstanding attention to detail.
* A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth environment.
We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this position.
About the Company:
Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting us to the global marketplace. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation to deliver our vision of becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination. Currently, in an exciting phase of change, we are delivering rewarding career opportunities, making Melbourne Airport a dynamic and fast-paced place to work for our people.
APAC is a majority Australian-owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania and an industry multi-award-winning airport.
Culture and Values:
By joining the team at Melbourne Airport, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on our people and their development.
Our vision is to become Australia's favourite Airport destination and our people are paramount to achieving this success. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together.
Benefits:
* Free access to Higher State, our state-of-the-art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub at Novotel & ibis Styles Airport hotel.
* Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use
* Hybrid flexible working arrangements
* Airport Holiday, an additional day of leave
* Wellness Day, a further additional day of leave
* Discounted onsite childcare at Creative Garden Early Learning
* Mental health and well-being initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Long-term career and professional development opportunities
* Active social culture and participation in a range of social impact days and activities
* Signature Experiences including an airfield family day
* Access to an employee benefits scheme including access to corporate rates and airport retailer discounts (including SkyBus)
APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive, and creative.
APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socioeconomic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of Being You, Thinking Big, Owning It and Working Together.