Kick-start your career in property development with hands-on exposure Learn directly from senior leaders in a close-knit, high-performing team Ideal for recent graduates with a Property, Development or Planning degree About the Role Our client is seeking a Development Graduate to join their growing team. This is a rare opportunity for a recent graduate or early‑career professional who is passionate about the built environment and eager to build a long‑term career in development. The role is intentionally suited to someone who is curious, motivated, and ready to learn the full lifecycle of retail and commercial development projects from the ground up. You will work closely with the Senior Acquisitions Manager and broader development team, gaining exposure to acquisitions, feasibility research, planning pathways, stakeholder engagement and project delivery support. This is an exceptional opportunity to enter the development sector with strong mentorship, real responsibility, and long‑term career pathways. Duties Assist in early‑stage site research, planning checks and market analysis Prepare basic feasibility inputs, data summaries and project documentation Support the team in identifying potential acquisition opportunities Contribute to internal reports, briefs, research papers and due diligence tasks Liaise with agents, councils, consultants and internal stakeholders as required Maintain databases, mapping tools and project records Attend meetings, site visits and planning-related discussions Support tenant, leasing and commercial documentation preparation as needed Skills and Experience We are seeking a motivated graduate who brings: Essential A tertiary qualification in Property, Property Development, Urban & Regional Planning, Construction/Project Management, Finance, or a related discipline Strong research capability and ability to analyse information logically Genuine interest in property development and commercial asset classes Strong written communication and report‑writing skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel A desire to learn, take direction and grow within the business Current driver’s licence (for site visits) Nice to Have (not essential) Basic familiarity with planning systems (e.g. PlanSA) Exposure to feasibility modelling or site assessment Experience using mapping/GIS tools or property databases How to Apply Please contact James Amos on 0434 677 266 or jamos@goughrecruitment.com.au or hit APPLY NOW. All applications to Gough Recruitment stay confidential and will not be discussed without your consent. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Only Australian permanent residents need apply. Your network could be worth $500! Refer a friend who lands the role and it’s yours. Consultant jamos@goughrecruitment.com.au Reference number: 4005232 Profession:Property & DevelopmentDEVELOPMENT ANALYST Company: Gough Recruitment AU Date posted: 20th Feb, 2026
