Development Manager

About Collins Foods Limited

Collins Foods is an ASX200-listed entity proudly employing over 20,000 employees globally. With a vision to be the World’s Top Restaurant Operator, we operate over 350 KFC restaurants in Australia, The Netherlands and Germany, and 27 Taco Bell restaurants in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia.

At Collins Foods the health and safety of our staff and customers is our number one priority, both in our restaurants and our Restaurant Support Centre, and Safety Leadership is the responsibility of all roles at Collins Foods. 

About the Role

With a portfolio of over 300 restaurants around Australia as well as an exciting growth strategy with no plans of slowing down, our Property and Construction team are looking for an experienced Development Manager to join our team. Working closely with the Property and Construction department, your key responsibility will be to identify and recommend new sites, locations and/or acquisitions that align with CFL’s core business requirements. 

The key duties of this role will include:

• Identify and recommend new sites for expansion of the CFL network.
• Negotiate favourable acquisition terms for the business.
• Review site plans and make recommendations as necessary to meet Franchise requirements.
• Manage key project dates through to handover to Operations.
• Prepare presentations and financial feasibilities for approval by Real Estate Committee.
• Negotiate and finalise legal contracts in accordance with CFL policies and requirements.
• Work with key stakeholders within the business to deliver the project on time and on budget.
• Liaise with Real Estate industry professionals.
• Interstate travel as required.

Why work for Collins Foods?

Our mission at Collins is Restaurants Done Better. We have an obsession for raising the bar on what people think a restaurant experience should be. More Human. More Sustainable. More Digital. More Fun. In addition to working with iconic international brands, there are many advantages to joining the Collins Family. As part of your valuable contribution, you will be rewarded with:

• Competitive remuneration + short-term incentive bonus program
• Fully maintained motor vehicle or car allowance        
• Employee Share Scheme – become an owner in Collins Foods
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements, including WFH options
• Early access to long service leave after 7 years tenure
• Autonomy and independence to create your own success

But it doesn’t stop here…we’ve got plenty more available to you. Click here to check out all there is about Lovin’ Life @ Collins. 

About You

Ideally you will possess tertiary qualifications in Business, Property, or related discipline along with proven experience working in a Retail Property Development role.

The successful candidate will also bring to the role the following skills, experience, and attributes:

• Previous experience working with retail property development, multi-sites, or quick service restaurants (QSR) industry is preferred.
• Sound understanding and experience in:
  • Site identification
  • Negotiation, formulation, and execution of contracts
  • Liaising with solicitors
  • Town planning and council requirements
• Sound understanding of site characteristics and design
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Suite
• Strong network connections within the property industry
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and colleagues
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Capable of working without close supervision and able to exercise sound, independent judgement
• Ability to multi task, manage time, prioritise and meet conflicting timelines
• Willingness to adapt to changing environments

If you are looking for more information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 07 3352 0810 or recruitment@collinsfoods.com.

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Please note, the successful applicant/s will be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests which may include a National Police Check and qualifications checks.

CFL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as such, all applicants will receive equal consideration for employment for which they qualify, including the option of flexible working arrangements where applicable.