Assistant Development Manager

About Us

IFM Investors is a global asset manager founded and owned by pension funds with capabilities in infrastructure equity and debt private equity private credit real estate and listed equities.

Our purpose is to invest protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working people. We believe healthy returns depend on healthy economic environmental and social systems - and these are evolving on a scale never experienced before. To find opportunity build value and meet the needs of future generations you need scale skill and expertise. Thats what IFM Investors has built up over 30 years.

With assets under management of approximately $266.1 AUD billion (at 31 December 2025) we prioritise the interests of over 831 institutional investors worldwide. IFM operates from 16 offices across Australia Europe North America and Asia.

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The Opportunity

At IFM youre not just part of an investment company but an invested one. We see the work we do as the chance to take sustainable responsible steps forward for millions of people around the world.

So we have made sure to create a workplace thats inclusive accountable and collaborative. Where youre given the opportunities to make a meaningful contribution and grow your skills. All while feeling valued and supported for who you are and what you bring to the team.

Along with the chance to make a meaningful positive difference from day one we offer a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements. Our hybrid and flexible approach can vary by team and role it is built around trust. We encourage our people to manage their work life rhythm in a way that works best for them and their teams.

Business Overview

The Real Estate team of over 130 Real Estate professionals has deep industry knowledge and property sector expertise across the real estate investment market including funds management development asset management and leasing.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and detailoriented professional to support our growing Development this role you will play a key part in delivering highquality projects from planning through execution.

You will;

• Undertake comprehensive project preparation research and planning
• Support and adhere to strategies and targets set by Project Directors and Senior Development Managers.
• Assist in preparing updating and managing leasing documentation.
• Prepare and maintain formal documents reports and project records.
• Take meeting minutes and ensure effective filing of key documents.
• Maintain strong market knowledge and proactively share insights with the team.
• Assist to engage and manage construction contracts with builders and civil contractors
• Build and nurture positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Submit track and manage development and authority applications.

Your Background and Experience

You bring proven experience in Property Development Project Delivery Planning Design Management or Valuation. You have tertiary qualifications in development property real estate finance or a related discipline.

Importantly you thrive in a fast environment you can pick up things quickly and you are able to manage multiple pieces of work.

To be successful you also possess strong communication and organisational skills with a proactive and collaborative mindset.

Ready to invest in what matters

With IFM that includes your own career. Visit to find out more.

IFM Investors is committed to promoting an inclusive culture where all employees are valued and recognised for their unique qualities backgrounds and perspectives. We champion all groups regardless of race gender religion sexual orientation age disability or family status. We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you require specific support at any stage of the recruitment process at