This is a Senior Lease Manager role with Cushman & Wakefield based in Canberra, ACT, AU Cushman & Wakefield Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Lease Manager role at Cushman & Wakefield Job Title Senior Lease Manager Job Description Summary Responsible for the management of the Property Management staff as well as to oversee a significant portfolio or property and to serve as a point person on third-party relationships Job Description Senior Lease Manager (Australian Citizens Only) Location: Canberra preferred; also open to Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane About the Role We are seeking a Senior Lease Manager to oversee and manage complex lease portfolios across multiple clients within our Integrated Portfolio Management team. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and performance of lease administration activities while partnering closely with internal stakeholders, landlords, agents, solicitors, and client groups. You will provide expert lease interpretation, manage workflow approvals, support transaction activities, and ensure high‑quality reporting and data integrity across the portfolio. Key Responsibilities Lease Administration — Oversee WIP, debtors reporting, CPI/fixed increases, lease obligation summaries, and data accuracy across systems. Invoice & Expenditure Management — Approve workflows, manage exceptions, review rent rolls, reconcile outgoings, and ensure timely payments. Revenue Tenant Management — Review revenue rent rolls, manage recharges, follow up arrears, and support year‑end reconciliations. Lease Interpretation & Compliance — Interpret lease obligations, review compliance certificates, and ensure adherence to client and legal requirements. Transaction Support — Coordinate renewals, options, new tenants, and surrenders in collaboration with solicitors and leasing teams. Portfolio Support — Assist with annual budgets, utility connections/disconnections, and escalations. Stakeholder Engagement — Liaise with landlords, agents, solicitors, internal teams, and client groups to ensure seamless service delivery. About You You’ll thrive in this role if you bring: 5 years’ experience in property or lease management Strong understanding of lease documentation, obligations, and financial processes High attention to detail and strong organisational skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively across local and international teams Excellent communication and business writing skills Strong client focus and ability to negotiate outcomes aligned with client expectations Experience with property/lease management databases and reporting systems Relevant tertiary qualifications in Real Estate, Business, Finance , or similar Why Join Cushman & Wakefield? Work with a global leader in real estate services Be part of a collaborative, high‑performing team Exposure to major national portfolios and complex lease environments Opportunities for growth, development, and cross‑functional collaboration A culture built on best thinking, best people, and best results How to Apply If you’re a detail‑driven lease professional looking to step into a senior role with a global organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion. As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield” Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Cushman & Wakefield team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Overseeing lease administration Managing invoices and expenditures Engaging stakeholders Key Strengths Property or lease management Lease documentation and financial processes ️ Communication and negotiation skills Organisational skills Property/lease management databases Tertiary qualifications A Final Note: This is a role with Cushman & Wakefield not with Hatch.
