Property Transactions Officer

THE ROLE

In this ongoing role, you'll report to the Manager of the Acquisition & Divestment team and be responsible for purchasing, leasing and managing the transaction process of new dwellings.

Day-to-day your responsibilities will include:   

1. Support the broader acquisition programs, which includes active sourcing of suitable properties for acquisition.
2. Assist in the preparation and presentation of property specific reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet, and agency submissions.
3. Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach.
4. Support stakeholder engagement activities including scheduling and coordinating meetings and workshops, preparing agendas and minutes, distribution of meeting papers and follow up of actions arising from meetings.
5. Maintain efficient project administration systems including progress tracking and proactively implement new systems to streamline processes as required.

ABOUT YOU 

You lead with integrity, act with purpose, and bring the expertise and commitment needed to help deliver these urban renewal projects that are inclusive, respectful and transformative. The skills, experience and mindset we're looking for include: 

1. Residential Property Transaction: You know how the residential property and transaction process works and have a solid understanding of market trends, growth drivers and property pricing.
2. Problem Solving: You ask the right questions, brings others in when needed, and work to find the right solution, following through and adjusting as required.
3. Written Communication: Whether it's an email, report or briefing note, you write with purpose, using easy to understand professional language. You think about the audience and make sure you highlight the key points and include the right information to enable effective decision making.
4. Essential: You have well developed computer skills, especially in Excel. Plus, a full driver's licence to get where you need to be for site inspections and meetings.

For more details, please open the position description. 

WHAT WE OFFER 

We're committed to creating a workplace that supports, values and empowers our people: 

• 17.5% leave loading + a range of leave entitlements for parents, carers and purchased leave options
• Hybrid work model & flexible work options
• Annual mobility payment + salary increases and structured progression pathwaysProfessional development and study support to help you grow
• Salary packaging perks incl. super top-ups + novated leasing
• Discounted public transport options

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply. 

 HOW TO APPLY

Ready to be part of something transformative and help reimaging what public housing can be? Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 27 July 2025. 

Apply now with a cover letter (max 2 pages) and resume. You don't need to address the Key Selection Criteria separately, but make sure your cover letter outlines your relevant experience. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.  

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.   
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.   

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs) 

Please note: Recruitment agencies need not contact us.