Manager Commercial Leasing and Support Services

Te Haeata / The Opportunity Te Haeata/The OpportunityThe Ministry is seeking an exceptional commercial property leader to join our National Property Operations team asManager Commercial Leasing and Support Services.This is arare opportunity to leada nationallysignificantcommercial leasing functionthat supports critical public services across New Zealand.You will bring strategic oversight, commercial discipline and a whole of portfolio view to help optimise leased property commitments, improve value for money and support long term property planning across the Ministry.In this role you will:Lead the Ministry's commercial leasing strategy and portfolio optimisation activity across a nationally significant property portfolio.Identifyopportunities to improve value for money, deliver cost savings,consolidatespace, and support long-term portfolio sustainability.Provide strategic leadership across commercial leasing, contract management, supplierperformanceand related support services.Develop a clear view of leased property commitments, including current and future requirements, maintenance obligations, risks,costsand sequencing of work.Establish and lead a structured work programme for leased buildings that supports proactive planning,prioritisationand informed decision-making.Lead complex commercial negotiations andprovidehigh-quality advice on lease, property, financial and portfolio matters.Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, internal stakeholders, government agencies, commercialpartnersand suppliers.Lead, develop and lift capability across the leasing and support services function, embedding clear expectations,accountabilityand consistent ways of working.Strengthen governance, risk,assuranceand procurement practices to support transparent,defensibleand well-managed property decisions.Reporting to theDirector National Property Operations, you will provide strategic leadership across commercial leasing, contractmanagementand support services, ensuring our property portfolio delivers value for money, operationaleffectivenessand long-term sustainability. Ō pūkenga / Skills and Experience Significant senior-level experience in commercial leasing, property management, facilities-related service contracts, or a comparable complex portfolio environment. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including experience leading complex negotiations, managing supplierperformanceand delivering value-for-money outcomes. Experience managing complex property portfolios, including identifying opportunities for optimisation, costmanagementand long-term sustainability. Proven people leadership experience, including leading leaders or multidisciplinary teams, setting clearexpectationsand lifting capability. Sound understanding of governance, risk, assurance,procurementand public sector accountability requirements. Strong relationship management and influencing skills, with the ability to provide credible strategic advice to senior leaders and work effectively across internal and external stakeholders. You may also bring a relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent knowledge,skillsand experience, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development. Mō mātou / About us At TeTāhūo te Ture - the Ministry of Justice,we'recommitted to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.This is an opportunity to contribute to outcomes that matter for New Zealand while leading a property portfolio of national significance.You'lljoin a collaborative leadership team and play a critical role in shaping the future of the Ministry's property footprint, supporting sustainable,efficientand high-performing services for years to come.The Ministry values diversity, inclusion and the unique perspectives people bring. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.We also encourage candidates whohave an understanding ofTe Tiriti o Waitangi, Te Ao Māori and Tikanga Māori, and the ability to apply these perspectives within their leadership approach.Joining TeTāhūo te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations,disabilitiesand religions. Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi / What's great about working here We offer you a range of benefitstosupport your wellbeing and help make the Ministrya great placeto be.These include: 4.4 weeksholiday leave an online professional development portal access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks See our full range of benefits here.With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career. Utu ā-tau / Salary The appointing salary for this role will be between $149,972 (Step 1)and $193,782(Max of range) based on skills and experience. Applications close on 03 September 2026; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date. [email protected] Follow usonLinkedIn #J-18808-Ljbffr