Team Leader Land Acquisitions
SALARY: A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Oran Park Administration Building - 70 Central Avenue, Oran Park 2570
- Enjoy a 35-hour working week.
- Flexibility through Flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements.
- Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks and health and wellbeing leave options.
- Ample free parking.
- Central location with a modern building with latest technology.
- Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development.
Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.
An exciting new role has been developed within our Property Services team for a Team Leader Land Acquisitions to lead the delivery of Camden's land acquisition program which is essential for the delivery of critical government infrastructure. This is a niche role that is specific to Statutory land acquisitions in accordance with Land Acquisitions (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991. You will drive end to end delivery of Council's land acquisition program, play a key role in managing complex acquisitions and ensuring the timely and compliant delivery of property outcomes that align with legislative and organisational requirements.
This is a unique role for Local Government and the successful candidate will help pave the way toward developing new communities in the fastest growing LGA in the country. Working in a collaborative team you will put your highly developed organisational skills into action to ensure all legislative and organisational requirements are met. You should be a strategic negotiator, a strong relationship builder and have demonstrated team management experience.
Don't miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.
What We Offer
We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.
We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.
As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!
Essential:
- Relevant Tertiary qualification in Property, Compulsory Land Acquisition and/or Property Law.
- 3 years + demonstrated experience in Compulsory Land Acquisitions in accordance with the Land Acquisitions (Just Terms) Compensation Act.
- 2 years + Demonstrated experience in proactively leading a team to achieve successful outcomes consistently.
- Demonstrated experience in negotiating complex and sensitive property acquisitions, hardship claims and disposals.
- Proven track record of responding to, attending hearings and achieving strategic outcomes in relation to Land Environment Court and/or Tribunal claims relating to property matters.
- High level understanding of the relevant legislative provisions relative to compulsory land acquisition and property.
- Demonstrated experience in reviewing, negotiating and drafting legal agreements relevant to property including sale contracts, leases and licences.
- Current C driver's licence with the ability to travel for and conduct property inspections.
Desirable:
- Project Management experience.
- Local Government or Acquisition Authority experience.
Further Information: Chantel Fenech, Property Services Coordinator on (02) 4654 7625
Closing Date for above position: 2 June 2025
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