Assistant Development Manager

Reporting to the Development Manager NSW/ACT, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of new restaurant developments, from initial site identification and approvals through to construction and store opening.

This is a hands-on, varied role where you'll work closely with developers, landlords, consultants and internal teams to keep projects moving and ensure key milestones are achieved.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Development Manager in building and maintaining a strong pipeline of new restaurant sites across NSW and the ACT.
• Coordinating new restaurant development projects, including planning processes, authority approvals and project timelines.
• Managing and coordinating Agreements for Lease (AFLs), Leases and associated legal documentation.
• Liaising with developers, landlords, solicitors, town planners, architects and other external consultants.
• Working closely with internal Design, Construction, Lease Administration and Operations teams to progress new restaurant openings.
• Preparing and maintaining project reports, development programmes, cashflow forecasts and approval documentation.
• Attending site inspections and meetings with developers and landlords as required.
• Supporting the final close-out of development projects following restaurant opening.

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, commercially minded and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You'll be a strong communicator who can build relationships, manage competing priorities and take ownership of getting things done.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• Experience in property development, commercial leasing, project coordination or a related field, ideally within retail, QSR or commercial property.
• Some understanding of AFLs, Leases, planning processes and development approvals.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail, particularly when working with legal documents, plans and project reporting.
• Sound numerical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn and develop.

A qualification in Property, Real Estate Development, Town Planning, Construction Management, Law or a related discipline would be advantageous, but is not essential.