Career options: Real Estate and Property Development

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1 Careers and Employment Service Career options: Real Estate and Property Development Population growth continues to drive the ongoing development of residential, retail and commercial properties in Australia. Real estate and property development professionals are responsible for the construction, sales, management, and leasing of such properties. In this fast growing industry, it is no surprise that real estate and property development graduates are in demand. To work in the real estate and property development industry, you'll need great communication and interpersonal skills to successfully collaborate with other professionals in delivering sustainable and liveable environments. Career opportunities The following career opportunities are available to real estate and property development graduates: Real Estate Sales and Leasing Property Asset Manager Strata Title Manager Shopping Centre Manager Facilities Manager Development Analyst Development Manager Building Manager Project Director Marketing (research and analysis, project marketing, project sales management, advertising) Project Management (development management, contracts administration) Investment Management Property Finance Positions and employers Many graduate employers recruit from a wide range of disciplines. The major directory of graduate recruitment in Australia, Graduate Opportunities, lists employers by the disciplines from which they are recruiting. You might be surprised by the range of employers recruiting from your degree and the sectors of the workplace where you might establish a career. Examples of graduate positions and employers include: Sales & Marketing Associate Sales Support Assistant Manager in Regional/Commercial Banking Commercial Property Operations Manager Peter Huang GJ Gardner Homes ANZ L J Hooker 1

2 Sales and Leasing Cadet Commercial leasing consultant Contractor Principal of CBS Property Group Sales Associate Wright Property Corp Pty Ltd Ray White Surfers Paradise Ray White Ray White Surfers Paradise REMAX In addition to knowledge and skills directly related to your program of study, you will also develop a range of other skills (e.g. teamwork, analytical, communication) through academic study, employment, voluntary work, sporting activities and life experience. Recognising the value employers place on these skills is an important factor in your graduate job search. Vacancies websites Australia CareerOne property and real estate vacancies Australian Property Institute MyCareer property management vacancies Seek real estate and property vacancies Australian Public Service graduate recruitment Brisbane City Council vacancies Byron Employment Drake International Graduate Opportunities (major directory of graduate recruitment in Australia) Hays Personnel Services Hudson Recruitment Job Serve LG Jobs (local government vacancies) Michael Page International Real estate job search Queensland Government Jobs Careerjet employment search engine International Country Worldwide Worldwide Asia Asia China Europe India Indonesia Ireland Malaysia Malaysia Malaysia Website Career Jet (Use keyword: graduate) Going Global Grad Asia Jobstreet Zhaopin Eurograduate live FreshersHome JobStreet Campus Indonesia GradIreland Graduan JobStreet Campus Malaysia TalentCorp 2

3 Philippines Singapore Singapore Singapore Scandinavia /Europe United Kingdom United Kingdom United Kingdom and Europe JobStreet Campus Philippines OverseasJobs Central Contact Singapore JobStreet Campus Singapore Graduate Jobs In Europe Prospects Web UK TARGETjobs Milkround.com Graduate Land USA Federal jobs Quintessential Careers United Nations Headquarters graduate internships Targeting potential employers Australian Government departments Chambers of Commerce and peak industry groups in Australia Local Governments in Australia Property Web Real estate agents in Queensland Top 2000 Australian company profiles Employment prospects and starting salaries Grad Jobs and Dollars provides information on employment rates and median starting salaries by field of study, for Australian university graduates surveyed four months after graduation. Information on occupations Australia- wide, such as the size of the workforce, employment prospects and average weekly earnings is available from JobOutlook. Professional associations Joining a professional association is a great way to meet people in your field, who can assist you to explore your career options and potentially find employment opportunities. These associations exist in every field of employment and hold regular professional development and networking events. Students are welcome to join, and membership often costs as little as $60 per year. Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia Australasian Housing Institute Australian Housing & Urban Research Institute Australian Institute of Building Australian Institute of Management Australian Property Institute Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce Housing Industry Association Institute of Management Consultants Planning Institute of Australia Real Estate Institute of Australia Real Estate Institute of Queensland 3

4 Other useful links Real estate agents licencing requirements in Queensland Sample job advertisements Lend Lease Investment Management manages property funds globally on behalf of institutional clients. We are looking for graduates with degrees in: * Property (Investment, Asset Management & Development) * Real Estate (Property valuation, Analysis, Management) * Business & Commerce (Property) Graduates coming into our Investment Management business will embark on a 2 year program where they will participate in six monthly rotations and gain exposure and experience in the core areas of funds management, capital transactions and product development. Graduates will also gain an understanding of the key areas of investor relations, legal, risk and compliance as they relate to the property and funds management business. The program will provide you with clear objectives and key learning areas for each rotation and a supportive environment where you will be given on the job training. You will receive regular performance reviews and will create an individual development plan which will assist you in creating the career you want. We are looking for graduates who have work experience and involvement in university, social or community life. We also require our graduates to commit to our focus on safety and sustainability. Specifically, our minimum requirements are: * Successful completion of a relevant Australian bachelor degree * Academic results showing at least a credit average * Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency Our graduates are seen as leaders of the future, and will hopefully go on to senior roles within the company. Brookfield Multiplex is a diversified and fully integrated property business covering all aspects of the property lifecycle. In Australasia, the group employs over 1,300 people and has a reputation for quality, innovation and the successful delivery of major projects. With operations in property development, construction, infrastructure, services and investment management, we develop, build, own and manage property to achieve sustainable outcomes for our investors, communities, tenants and most importantly our people. Graduate Program: A world of opportunities will open for you while you are working through your program. 4

5 Technical Experience and Development: You will get to work on a variety of industry leading projects where you will receive on- the- job coaching and mentoring from top professionals in the industry. You will have the opportunity to participate in courses to develop your technical skills and knowledge and you will work through a skills framework that will provide a direction for learning and allow you to take ownership of your own development. Behavioural Development: In your first few months of employment, you will be given feedback on your assessments from recruitment and assistance in using this information to put together your development plan. Throughout the course of your program you will participate in workshops that cover critical behavioural competencies with a business wide perspective. Becoming a Leader: As an integrated property business, we focus on developing leaders who are networked, with a view of the whole business. Therefore, you will participate in initiatives that will help you build relationships and commercial acumen, such as: *Regular graduate meetings and social events *An annual off- site development program *Community Projects *Utilising a graduate knowledge sharing intranet forum In the final year of your program, you will participate in initiatives and workshops that will focus on building your leadership capability and preparing you for the next step in your career. Broadcast Australia (BA) is the market leader in developing innovative broadcasting infrastructure to service Australia's radio and television industries, emergency services and mobile markets. BA is 100% owned by Macquarie Communications Infrastructure Group (ASX code: MCG). BA has over 580 properties nationally either under direct ownership or leasehold. BA is currently seeking a suitable Property Graduate to join its existing Corporate Property Services Group to assist in the property portfolio management activities in a cost efficient and timely manner for BA so that we can fulfil our commitments to customers and our business plan. Your key responsibilities will include: * Assist in the management of the existing communication, commercial and industrial property portfolios. * Negotiate, formalise and/or renew tenure on existing sites, via purchase, lease or licence as appropriate. * Representing BA to landlords, government and customers as well as building relationship with these organisations. * Financial management and report preparation on Property related matters. * Assisting in the management of external suppliers and/or consultants. To be successful in this role you must: * Be a Graduate in property, land economics, town planning, commerce or a related field. * Have an understanding of basic contract terms and conditions and their commerciality. * Be able to document leases and licenses with support from our legal and technical advisors. 5

6 * Be team orientated and comfortable working in multidisciplinary groups * Have a current driver s license. * Have 6 to 12 months industry experience would also be preferred but is not essential. * Be able to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills We will provide you with: * A competitive remuneration package. * Excellent employee benefits. * A supportive team and environment. * Ongoing training and development. Queensland Department of Housing You can make a real difference to Queensland s future by building your career with the Queensland Department of Housing. Positions are available in: * social welfare/public administration/community development * property management/social housing * public policy/business administration/human services * finance/accounting/commerce/economics * property economics/town planning/architecture/property valuation * marketing/communication/human resource management The Department s work focuses on developing innovative, affordable and sustainable housing solutions for Queenslanders in housing need. Our staff enjoy exciting career opportunities, flexible employment options and the ability to develop their skills, progress their careers and help the community at the same time. As part of our Graduate Development program, we offer two years employment and professional development through on- the- job coaching, training, work rotations, mentoring, leadership development and a salary of $46,120 per annum (plus super and leave loading). We are seeking motivated people who are graduating in 2008, or graduated in 2007 or 2006, to be part of the following 2009 programs: * General Graduate Development Program (as a Graduate Officer JAR: QLD/HO7274/08) * Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply Careers and Employment Service, Griffith University 6