McDonald’s Australia is looking for a Senior Development Manager (Real Estate) to help secure the next generation of McDonald’s restaurants across NSW. This 12-month initial contract role focuses on identifying and acquiring sites for the 2026 and 2027 development pipeline.
What You'll Do
- Actively source and evaluate potential sites that match McDonald’s growth strategy for 2026/27.
- Conduct detailed feasibility assessments and present recommendations to leadership.
- Lead end-to-end property acquisition or leasing—from negotiation through to handover to the Construction Team.
- Work with legal, consultants, landlords, vendors and internal stakeholders to bring sites to approval.
- Support alignment across operators, corporate teams and the National Development Group.
- Provide expert market insights on rents, pricing and market conditions.
- Maintain strong knowledge of development standards, WHS and environmental requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Tertiary qualifications in real estate, property or a related discipline.
- 5+ years experience in property acquisition or development.
- Experience with both freehold and leasehold negotiations.
- Strong network-building capability and comfort working in competitive markets.
- Skilled communicator with the ability to influence and navigate challenging conversations.
- Proven experience in securing new sites and contributing to business growth strategies.
- High drive, resilience and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
- Collaborative mindset, strong stakeholder skills and a passion for creating value.
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexible Work Environment with a hybrid working model.
- Modern Office with Sustainable Amenities in Thornleigh, featuring electric car chargers.
- Birthday & Volunteer Leave (one day off during birthday month, 3 days annually to volunteer).
- Ongoing Professional Development with leadership programs and learning offerings.
- Macca’s Staff Discount & Retail Discounts.
- Access To Our 24/7 Wellbeing Partner (Sonder) For You & Your Immediate Family.
- A Fun & Vibrant Culture with local and Macca’s only events.
Work Mode
This role operates on a hybrid model and is based in NSW, Australia.
At Macca’s, our doors are open to everyone, and we live by our Golden Rule: treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, always. We’re committed to building a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
As an equal opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you have a disability, illness or injury and need adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re here to help.
