Strategic Property Advisor

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Help decide what Tauranga looks like in 10, 20 and 50 years' time.

Most property advisory roles manage transactions.

This one helps shape a city.

At Tauranga City Council, we're making decisions today that will determine where communities live, how infrastructure connects growing neighbourhoods, and what opportunities future generations inherit.

As our next Strategic Property Advisor, you'll be at the centre of those decisions.

Te Tūranga | About the role

You'll work on some of Tauranga's most significant property and development opportunities — identifying land needed for growth, enabling major infrastructure projects, leading acquisitions and disposals, and solving complex property challenges that influence the future of the city.

One day you could be advising on land required for critical infrastructure. The next, presenting a politically sensitive property proposal to elected members, negotiating with key stakeholders, or helping unlock development opportunities that benefit the wider community.

This isn't a back-office legal role.

It's a seat at the table where strategy, growth, development and community outcomes intersect.

What makes this role different?

• Influence city-shaping decisions and major strategic property projects.
• Work directly with senior leaders, elected members, tangata whenua, developers and landowners.   You will need to be prepared to work in the grey.
• Take ownership of complex property acquisitions, development opportunities and growth-enabling initiatives.

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

We're looking for someone who combines property expertise with commercial thinking, political awareness and the confidence to navigate complexity.

You'll bring:

• At least five years' experience in a property industry such as advisory, valuations, acquisitions, development, infrastructure or an inhouse legal team or law firm.
• A degree qualification.  So long as you have residential or commercial property experience your degree can be in Property, Valuation, Legal, Planning, Economics, Development, Finance or another relevant field.
• Knowledge of legislation including the Public Works Act, Resource Management Act, Reserves Act, Local Government Act and Building Act.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the confidence to influence outcomes across a diverse stakeholder environment.

Why join us?

You won't just be advising on property.

You'll help determine where infrastructure is delivered, how and where communities grow, and how Council's property portfolio supports the future of Tauranga.

If you're looking for a role where your work has a visible, lasting impact on a rapidly growing city, we'd love to hear from you.

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

At Tauranga City Council, our work has a direct impact on the city and the people who call it home. From planning for growth to delivering everyday services, our teams help shape a city we can all be proud of.

If you’re collaborative, forward-thinking, and community minded, you’ll find meaningful work and opportunity here.

We offer a supportive and flexible workplace, with benefits including 5 weeks’ annual leave, flexible hours, work from home options, and career development opportunities.

You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

To submit your application, please apply online, as we are unable to accept applications via email.

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact Karen Healey at Karen.Healey@tauranga.govt.nz

Applications will close Friday 31 July

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.

Job Description: Strategic Property Advisor