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Ready to lead Australia's most complex and significant valuation portfolio? JLL is seeking an exceptional Senior Director to head our Public Sector Valuations team. From our Melbourne or Canberra office, you'll lead teams across Australia delivering market-defining government valuations.
This isn't just about valuations - it's about thought leadership, strategic client partnerships, and developing the next generation of valuation professionals.
What You’ll Do
Manage Australia's most complex government and public sector valuation assignments
Take ownership on high-risk, high-profile projects
Ensure all deliverables meet IVS, API, and IFRS reporting standards
Develop innovative strategies that balance client needs with risk management
Lead and mentor Public Sector team leaders across multiple locations
Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Generate new business through strategic client engagement and business development
Exceed client expectations on every engagement
Provide flexible, problem-solving approaches tailored to client needs
Maintain regular touchpoints to strengthen long-term partnerships
Position JLL as the first-choice service provider for public sector valuations
What You'll Bring
CPV qualification
Australian Citizenship (essential for government security clearances)
Ability to obtain and maintain relevant baseline security clearances
10+ years of related valuation experience
Recognition as an expert in specialist fields (plant, land, building valuations)
Advanced knowledge of commercial property markets and public sector assets
Strong understanding of ESG considerations in professional services
Proven track record managing P&L and team budgets
Demonstrated success leading geographically dispersed teams
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strategic mindset with strong analytical and financial acumen
What JLL Can Offer You
Uncapped earning potential. Our salary and bonus structure rewards top performers
Recognition benefits
Corporate discounts and offers
'You' Days
Health & Wellbeing programs
Learning & Development platforms
Mentorship from industry-leading professionals
Paid time off for volunteer work
As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
Apply today, quoting job reference number REQ511605.
Location:
On-site –Canberra, ACT, Melbourne, VIC
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
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