Woolworths

• 6 month fixed term contract
• Open to Full Time or Part Time options
• Balance Built In: Work your way

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. 

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Welcome to the Property Team 

Woolworths Property is accountable for all property undertakings of the Woolworths Group and provides comprehensive, proactive property solutions to support the existing retail businesses and their future growth.

We understand flexibility means different things to different people. Let's discuss, what does flexibility look like for you?

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Lease Manager to join the Woolworths Property team. You will play a role in ensuring accuracy of lease and financial data in the company wide Lease Management system and be a custodian of all occupancy payments. You will also assist other areas of Woolworths in regards to lease interpretation.

What you’ll do

• Lease Data Management: Ensures accuracy and integrity of lease and financial data within the PEPS+ system, including maintaining property master data.
• Occupancy Cost Control: Manages and reviews outgoings and occupancy cost charges from landlords, seeking savings and ensuring compliance with lease agreements.
• Lease Payment Processing: Reviews and approves lease occupancy payments, including automated fixed and CPI reviews, in accordance with lease terms.
• Lease Interpretation and Support: Provides expert lease interpretation and support to internal stakeholders (Property Management, Legal, EMS).
• System and Process Improvement: Continuously improves lease management systems and processes for greater efficiency.
• Stakeholder Communication: Shares critical lease-related information with external stakeholders, such as landlords.

What you’ll bring

• Retail Lease Expertise: 5+ years managing retail property leases.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Financial Analysis: Strong analytical skills, especially in reviewing property outgoings.
• Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated success in achieving favorable outcomes.
• Lease Management Systems: Experience with systems like PEPS+, including outgoings and budgeting.
• Property & Accounting Knowledge: Understanding of retail lease structures, occupancy cost accounting (IFRS 16).

What you’ll experience

• Hybrid Flexibility: Blend in-office engagement with work-from-home opportunities for a balanced work week.
• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers plus paid superannuation for up to 12 months while the Team Member is on parental leave - eligible from the first day of employment

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group 

As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. 

Woolworths Group is an inclusive, team-first company and we value all skills and experiences. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.