Centre Manager

• Take ownership of a well-established shopping centre in Murray Bridge and a portfolio of smaller neighbourhood centres. Play a central role in shaping its performance, retailer mix, and customer experience within a growing regional community.
• Be part of a team recognised for delivering best in class centre management across a national portfolio, working closely with a major client and gaining exposure to institutional grade operations and reporting.
• Step into a hands-on leadership role where you’ll have real influence over day-to-day operations, retailer relationships, and centre presentation.

Who we’re looking for?

• A minimum of 3 years’ previous experience in the Property industry (Retail management essential).
• Certificate of Registration / Agent’s Rep (essential).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong and demonstrated ability to build relationships.
• Customer centric approach.
• Proven time management and organisational skill.
• Current Driver’s license (essential).
• Knowledge of Centre operations.

The role

Our Centre Management team is recognised as a leader in delivering top-tier management to a national retail landlord with centres across Australia. In this exciting role, you will oversee a shopping centre in Murray Bridge and a portfolio of smaller neighbourhood centres. The role involves establishing and maintaining strong, positive relationships with retailers and ensuring the trading environment is well presented, safe and an inviting destination for customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to the client in administering the requirements of leases and licenses.
• Managing and keeping tenancy schedules accurate.
• Assist in the preparation of annual income and expenditure budgets.
• Manage and maintain bank guarantees.
• Regular centre inspection to ensure the highest level of presentation.
• Monitor and follow up any maintenance related queries and works.
• Establish strong relationships with occupiers including managing any complaints.
• Provide CAPEX recommendations to the FM team.
• Provide marketing and promotional activity support.
• Arrears management.
• Monthly financial reporting.
• Expense forecasting.

About Knight Frank Knight Frank Australia is part of the world’s largest privately owned property consultancy. We specialise in transactional and advisory services, covering the acquisition, sale, leasing, and management of commercial properties from office buildings and retail spaces to industrial assets.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible leave options – Enjoy two additional weeks of leave, two wellness days each year and the day off on your birthday!
• Career growth & recognition – Access to mentorship, leadership programs, and ongoing development & recognition
• Lifestyle perks – Enjoy discounts and rewards through our employee reward platform, The Vault.
• Inclusive & community-focused culture – Proud winners of Property Council of Australia Award for Innovation & Excellence Award for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion!
• Innovative technology & tools – Work with cutting-edge property platforms and tools.

We Look For Different Diversity drives innovation, better outcomes, and helps us create a workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome people of all genders, cultural backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.

A Few Things To Know

• We will only consider candidates with valid Australian working rights.
• To help ensure a safe and trusted environment for everyone, all successful candidates will need to complete police check as part of our standard recruitment process.
• We are currently NOT accepting candidates via an agency, we have PSA’s in place.