Senior Analyst, Development Finance

ESR Australia & New Zealand is a leading manager of industrial, business park and office real estate, with more than A$28.9 billion in assets under management and a strong development pipeline. As part of ESR Group, we combine local capability with an integrated real asset platform spanning key markets across APAC and beyond.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Development Analyst to join our Sydney-based Development team. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager – Development, this role will provide high-quality financial analysis, commercial insight and governance across ESR’s industrial development portfolio in Australia and New Zealand.

Working closely with Development leadership and senior stakeholders across the business, you will take ownership of complex feasibility modelling, portfolio reporting and scenario analysis that supports investment decisions, business planning and the delivery of development returns

Key responsibilites as a Senior Development Analyst are to:

• Own, maintain and review detailed feasibility models for industrial development projects, covering project costs, timing, leasing assumptions, funding requirements, valuations and return metrics.
• Partner with Development Managers and senior leaders to challenge assumptions, identify commercial risks and opportunities, and provide clear recommendations to support project and portfolio decisions.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual development reporting, including investor reports, strategic plans, budgets and forecasts, with clear commentary on performance and key movements.
• Undertake scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis for acquisitions, developments, expansions, repositioning opportunities, leasing proposals and potential divestments.
• Strengthen model governance, reporting standards and analytical tools while providing quality review, technical guidance and informal coaching to other team members.

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong development finance and property analysis experience, together with the commercial judgement and stakeholder capability required to operate effectively at a senior level.

• A minimum of eight years’ relevant experience in property development, real estate investment analysis or development finance, ideally within the industrial, logistics or warehouse sector.
• Tertiary qualifications in Property, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability, including experience building and reviewing complex development feasibility models. Experience with EstateMaster, ARGUS or similar tools will be highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of the full property development lifecycle, from acquisition, planning and construction through to leasing, valuation, completion and exit.
• Well-developed commercial judgement, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and translate complex analysis into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Grow with us - Career growth and learning

We believe our greatest strength lies in the growth and development of our team. From day one, we create an environment that builds confidence and lays the foundation for long-term success. Whether you're stepping into a more senior role or advancing your career, we provide the tools, learning opportunities, and guidance to help you thrive.

More about career growth at ESR - https://au.esr.com/careers/

Our values and purpose

Our values are the foundation of everything we do - shaping our performance, culture, and ambition. Our purpose is rooted in the pursuit of excellence across all areas of our business, with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of performance, accountability, and integrity.

When you join us, you commit to three core principles:

• We Do the Right Thing: Integrity is non-negotiable. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of accountability, ensuring that every financial decision and business move is ethical and transparent
• We Win as One Team: Our culture thrives on collective success. We break down silos to achieve shared outcomes
• We Think Beyond the Present: We focus on long-term value creation and sustainable growth

At ESR Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and high-performing workplace that embraces diversity of thought, background and experience. We actively support equity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you believe you can add value, we would welcome your application.