Corporate Development Manager

Job title: Corporate Development Manager

Company: REA Group


Job description: Join a highly engaged, professional, and collaborative teamAn exciting role that will help shape the growth agenda for REA GroupPermanent role based in MelbourneWe’re REAWith bold and ambitious goals, is changing the way the world experiences property. No matter where you’re at on your property journey, we’re here to help with every step – whether that’s finding or financing your next home.Our people are the key to our success. At the heart of everything we do, is a thriving culture centred around high performance and care. We are purpose driven and collaborative, which drives innovation and our ability to make a real impact. As such, we’re proud to have been named in two years in a row, as well as being recognised as a Best Workplace for Women.Where the team fits inThe Corporate Development team sits within the Finance & Business Services Group, headed up by Janelle Hopkins our CFO. The Finance and Business Services Group, or FaBS as we like to call them, is the engine room of REA Group. The team is comprised of Finance, Risk, Workplace & Procurement, Pricing, Customer Collections, Payments, Group Reporting, Corporate Comms, Corporate Development, Strategy and Investor Relations.The Corporate Development team assists REA Group and its business units to develop, define and evolve their partnership and inorganic growth strategies to meet the overall Group’s aspiration of profitable growth. Key responsibilities of the team include identifying, assessing, executing and portfolio managing potential corporate transactions, and negotiating strategic partnerships, for REA Group.You will play a hands-on role in the assessment and execution of corporate investment activity including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic investments, commercial partnerships, divestitures and portfolio management.What the role is all aboutMonitor offshore and domestic markets and product segments including competitor and peer activityAssist with proactively identifying potential commercial partners and acquisition/investment targets, as well as proactive portfolio review and managementInvestigate, assess and respond to inbound enquiry as it relates to M&A and investment activityAssess the viability and financial / strategic implications of potential M&A and commercial partnership opportunitiesExecute potential corporate transactions and commercial partnerships, including playing a lead role in key work streams such as financial analysis, valuation, due diligence, documentation and integrationWho we’re looking forDemonstrated experience in investment banking (Senior Analyst or Associate level) or similar Corporate Finance/Advisory or Transaction Services experience, and / or internal Corporate Development positionsStrong research and analytical skillsProficiency developing detailed 3-way (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow) financial models and valuations (including discounted cash flow valuations), and comparable company analysisExperience preparing presentations, and other bespoke analytics to support decision-makingFamiliarity with corporate finance execution from origination through to completion highly regardedHighly developed verbal and written communication skillsAbility to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, prioritise effectively and meet deadlinesThe REA experienceThe physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our people is something we’ll never stop caring about. This is a place to learn and grow.Some of our include:A hybrid and flexible approach to workingFlexible leave options including, birthday leave and purchase additional leaveFlexible parental leave offering for primary and secondary carersOur Because We Care program offers employees volunteering leave, community grants, matched payroll giving and our Community Café donates 100% of revenue to charityHackdays so you can bring your big ideas to lifeOur commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionWe are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe teams with diverse ideas and experiences are more creative, more effective and fuel disruptive thinking. If you’ve got the skills, dedication and enthusiasm to learn but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch.Join our Talent NeighbourhoodKeen to be part of REA but didn’t find a perfect match with this opportunity? Perhaps the timing isn’t right?#LI-HYBRID

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Location: Richmond, VIC – Melbourne, VIC

Job date: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:33:11 GMT

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