Auckland Council holds a property asset portfolio valued at $70 billion — one of the largest and most consequential public asset bases in New Zealand. How well the capital is managed has a direct bearing on the council's financial sustainability and on the value Aucklanders receive from the assets they collectively own.
Reporting to the GM Commercial and Property, the Head of Property Analytics and Optimisation will lead a newly created unit — the engine room behind the council's property decisions. Bringing together specialist property data, portfolio strategy, performance and optimisation expertise from across the council group, the unit will hold the technical, commercial and valuation data for the council's entire portfolio, using it to inform robust advice on leasing, investment and disposal decisions.
You will be accountable for executing the departmental Delivery Plan — translating priorities into clear direction for kaimahi and supporting teams to deliver within their agreed scope and resources.If you want your analysis to shape decisions that outlast any single project — and to build the evidence engine behind one of the country's biggest public property portfolios — this is the role for you.
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Some key capabilities and experience needed to be successful in this role are:
At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.8 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.
We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.
Additionally, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts including:
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Application close date Monday 26 October 2026 at 11.59pm
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