Property Leasing Specialist (fixed term/secondment) at Department of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

137000.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Property Management, Lease Negotiation, Relationship Building, Financial Planning, Budget Management, Cost Control, Property Legislation, Regulatory Frameworks, Data Management, SAP EAM, Microsoft Office, Collaboration, Influencing, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Policy Development

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Drive smart leasing decisions that create quality workplaces and support conservation outcomes across Aotearoa $96,185.00 - $137,000.00 pro-rata Fixed Term/Secondment: 7 months, Wellington location – will consider other locations with a DOC office Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive. Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata. Mō te tūranga | About the role Play a pivotal role in shaping the places that support conservation across Aotearoa. As Property Leasing Specialist, you’ll sit at the heart of DOC’s leased property portfolio—negotiating smart outcomes, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring our people work in safe, fit-for-purpose environments that enable the protection of nature. This role supports the effective and efficient management of DOC’s leased commercial and residential property portfolio. You’ll lead lease negotiations, manage relationships with landlords and government partners, and provide trusted specialist advice across the organisation. Working closely with Site Leads, Property and Fleet Operations, senior leaders, and external stakeholders, you’ll help ensure DOC’s leased environments are sustainable, compliant, and aligned with strategic and All-of-Government property objectives. The position will be focussed on: Lead end-to-end lease management including negotiations, renewals, reviews, expiries, and terminations across DOC’s portfolio Build and manage strong relationships with landlords, government agencies, and partners, including co-location agreements and MOUs Provide specialist lease advice and risk-based insights to internal stakeholders and senior leaders, translating complex information into clear recommendations Manage lease financials, datasets, and reporting, ensuring accuracy, budget alignment, and timely issue escalation Contribute to continuous improvement, policy development, and strategic planning to strengthen DOC’s property leasing practices Click here for the Role Description Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you: A relevant qualification in property, business, asset management, valuation, or a related field Proven experience in corporate or public-sector property lease management, including complex negotiations Strong knowledge of property legislation and regulatory frameworks, including the Property Law Act 2007 Commercial acumen with demonstrated financial planning, budget management, and cost-control skills Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to influence across diverse stakeholder groups Confidence working across systems and data, including SAP EAM and Microsoft Office tools Ability to lead through influence and collaborate across regions and disciplines A current full driver licence He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you? DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here. We support flexible work arrangements for our kaimahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader. Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted. If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. The salary range for this position is $96,185.00 - $137,000.00 pro-rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment. Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 22 February 2026 Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Hope Feldon, hfeldon@doc.govt.nz Please note that we have replaced our previous recruitment system with Workday, you will need to create a new Candidate Home account when applying for new roles. The Department of Conservation is a great place to work for anyone who is passionate about nature and the environment. Our people are responsible for caring for our land, water and native species. Spread throughout the country, they ensure that nature can thrive. They perform a huge range of tasks in roles from technical specialists to support staff and frontline rangers. Read more about Our role: About us

Responsibilities

The Property Leasing Specialist will lead end-to-end lease management, including negotiations and renewals, while building strong relationships with landlords and government partners. This role also involves providing specialist lease advice and managing lease financials to ensure compliance and alignment with strategic objectives.