At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage leases and provide expert advice to support impactful research.
- Company: Join New Zealand's newest public research organisation focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Generous leave, career growth, flexible hours, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career development in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in science while managing diverse property portfolios.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in property or related field and experience with commercial leases.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
As our Lease and Property Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting one of New Zealand's largest and most diverse science property portfolios. Working closely with leaders, landlords, property professionals and service providers, you'll provide expert advice on leasing and property matters that enable our science teams to focus on delivering research with real-world impact.
We're looking for someone who combines strong property knowledge with commercial acumen, attention to detail and a proactive approach. If you enjoy managing complex lease arrangements, building strong relationships and driving continuous improvement, this could be the opportunity for you!
Why you’ll love working here:
- Recharge - Generous additional annual leave and paid parental leave.
- Grow Your Career - Ongoing career development opportunities.
- Flexibility - Hybrid working options and flexible hours where appropriate.
- Health & Wellbeing - Excellent benefit choices in retirement savings, comprehensive wellbeing and health benefits with enhanced sick leave.
What you will be doing:
- Manage the full lease lifecycle, including renewals, variations, assignments, terminations and ongoing lease obligations.
- Provide expert advice on lease agreements, property matters and contractual obligations to support informed decision-making.
- Monitor lease compliance, financial commitments and key contractual milestones while maintaining accurate property records and reporting.
- Support the optimisation of the property portfolio through property planning, analysis, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you will bring:
- A relevant tertiary qualification in property, facilities management, finance, law or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing commercial lease arrangements and property-related contracts across the full lease lifecycle.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret lease documentation, manage financial information and support budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Excellent relationship management, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
The Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao is New Zealand's newest public research organisation, formed through the merger of AgResearch, Plant & Food Research, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, Scion, and the New Zealand Food Innovation Network. Our purpose is to drive innovation and commercial outcomes in the bioeconomy, using research and technology to support enduring economic growth and resilience, a healthy environment and beneficial social outcomes for New Zealand. We are excited about this new chapter and welcome applicants who want to be part of our journey.
Applications close: 25 October 2026 5:00pm
Lease and Property Specialist in Hamilton employer: Science New Zealand Inc
At the Bioeconomy Science Institute, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. As a Lease and Property Specialist, you'll enjoy generous annual leave, flexible working options, and ongoing career development opportunities, all while contributing to impactful research in a supportive environment located in Hamilton or Rotorua. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages professional growth in a dynamic sector dedicated to driving positive change in New Zealand.
