Senior Leasing Executive

Together, we can do great things

We shape leading experiences across office, retail, logistics and student accommodation.

We’re one of Australia’s largest property groups, managing $35 billion worth of assets across the country.

Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for people, place and planet. They’re inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes.

This passion and expertise creates an employee experience that puts wellbeing, flexibility and opportunity first.

Come join us.

The role

We have an opportunity for a Senior Leasing Executive to support the Head of Leasing and the broader Asset Management team in attracting customers to vacant space across the GPT owned and managed portfolio, with the goal of maximising net property income and overall asset performance.

As a senior member of the Office team, this role works closely with Melbourne-based internal stakeholders to manage external leasing and customer adviser relationships, while providing guidance and market intelligence on proposed leasing transactions.

The position has a strong Melbourne focus, while also supporting the Head of Leasing on national leasing initiatives.

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What you will be doing

• Lead leasing across the Melbourne portfolio to minimise vacancy and maximise returns
• Develop and execute leasing strategies (rents, incentives, refurbishments)
• Partner with internal teams, co-owners, and agents to drive asset performance
• Manage external agents, lead leasing discussions, and drive tenant strategy
• Negotiate leases, assess deal financials (DCF, capex), and ensure timely execution
• Maintain compliance, approvals, accurate documentation, and deal tracking
• Build strong relationships with agents, advisors, and target tenants
• Contribute to forecasting, market insights, and strategic planning
• Support leasing targets, reporting, and agent performance management
• Represent GPT in market, maintain stakeholder relationships, and track market trends

What makes you stand out

You bring at least eight years’ experience in commercial or retail property, along with a strong understanding of the office market. A tertiary qualification in property or a related discipline is desirable, as is experience managing, mentoring, or leading a small team. You demonstrate strong commercial acumen, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities, alongside well-developed influencing and negotiation skills. You communicate effectively at all levels and build professional relationships with customers, stakeholders, and colleagues. You are highly organised, with strong time management skills, and are proficient in core Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

What makes us stand out

We value our people

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and generous leave options.
• Experience market-leading parental leave benefits including 22 weeks paid leave for either carer and childcare allowance once you return to work.
• Embrace diverse and challenging career opportunities, supported by our dedicated Learning & Development Team committed to your growth.
• Engage in comprehensive Wellbeing programs and benefit from market-leading policies and support tailored to diverse needs.
• Be recognised by peers through nomination awards and take part in our generous Employee Referral Program.

We know the power of a great experience

• Ranked 4th in the 2024 Gender Equality Global Report released by Equileap.
• Achieved number 2 real estate company in S&P Global Sustainability Assessment.
• Earned a gold ranking in Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
• Awarded our fifth consecutive Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in 2023-2025.
• Accredited Family Inclusive Workplace™.
• Committed to our second Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Everyone counts

GPT offers an inclusive workplace culture and embraces people with diverse perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We welcome applications from First Nations candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with disability and people of diverse ages, cultures and backgrounds. 

Let’s get started

If this role sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Go for it!

Click on “Apply” to submit your application and Olivia from the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.