About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists to join a privately held, growth-focused Australian business as Head of Acquisitions. This critical leadership role will drive the identification, assessment and execution of strategic site and asset acquisitions, supporting the continued expansion of a national operating network.
This role suits a commercially driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys negotiating complex transactions, and is motivated by the opportunity to influence national growth strategy within a well-capitalised platform.
What You'll Be Doing
Manage end-to-end acquisitions pipeline
Build key stakeholder relationships
Shape national growth strategy
Lead national acquisition strategy and pipeline management
Source, evaluate and negotiate new site and asset opportunities
Structure and execute transactions, including pricing and commercial terms
Oversee due diligence, approvals and settlement processes
Build and maintain relationships with agents, landowners, developers and advisors
Partner with internal teams to support integration and asset optimisation
Prepare investment papers and present recommendations to executive leadership
Track and report on pipeline progress, deal metrics and market intelligence
What We're Looking For
Proven experience in acquisitions across property, infrastructure or operating assets
Strong negotiation and transactional leadership capability
Highly commercial, strategic and data-driven mindset
Ability to structure and execute complex deals independently
Strong relationship management and stakeholder communication skills
Comfortable operating at executive level in high-accountability environments
Why Join?
Join a high-growth, capital-backed business with a clear national expansion strategy
Work directly with senior leadership and influence portfolio direction
Highly visible role with long-term progression and leadership opportunity
Platform to build and shape a national acquisitions function
? If you're an experienced acquisitions professional looking to step into a true leadership role, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant, long-term impact.
Contact: Sarah Bass | | ??
Reference number: *******
Profession: Property & Development – ACQUISITIONS MANAGER
Company: Gough Recruitment AU
Date posted: 8th Dec, ****
#J-*****-Ljbffr