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Lead commercial finance for a scaled, purpose-led housing platform
Institutionally backed
Growth and impact at scale
About the organisation
Assemble is a vertically integrated housing platform delivering institutional-quality residential investment opportunities with a clear social mandate. With an exceptional leadership team and backed by AustralianSuper and HESTA, the business operates across the full housing continuum, supporting low- and moderate-income Australians through innovative rental and home ownership pathways. With an Australian Financial Services Licence, B Corporation certification and alignment to the UN Principles of Responsible Investment, Assemble combines commercial discipline with social impact. The platform is scaling rapidly, with a national pipeline of ~8,000 homes and a long-term ambition exceeding 17,000 homes under management.
About the role
This is a rare opportunity to bring your commercial finance leadership experience to a high-growth platform combining institutional capital with meaningful social impact. You will play a central role in shaping financial strategy and supporting the continued expansion of a market-leading housing business. Reporting to the new Group Chief Financial Officer, the Head of Commercial Finance is a key leadership role at the centre of Assemble’s growth agenda. You will lead the commercial finance function, partnering closely with Investment, Development and Operations to drive performance and inform decision-making across the asset lifecycle.
The role spans investment analysis, portfolio performance, funding and capital structuring, alongside oversight of modelling, forecasting, valuations and investor outcomes within a structured environment. You will operate as a trusted advisor to the executive, while building capability within the team and ensuring systems and processes scale in line with institutional expectations.
About you
You are a highly skilled commercial finance leader with substantial experience leading analytical and business partnering teams in complex, capital-intensive environments. Your background may include property development, construction, infrastructure, funds management or adjacent sectors, with a strong foundation in commercial finance, FP&A or investment analysis.
You bring advanced modelling capability, sound commercial judgement and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders. You are comfortable navigating complexity, distilling insights and contributing at a strategic level, while remaining close enough to the detail to add value. Your style is pragmatic, low ego and collaborative, with the credibility to engage across executive, board and investor stakeholders. Prior exposure to institutional environments or structured vehicles is advantageous, but not essential.
A genuine alignment to Assemble’s purpose will underpin your success.
How to apply
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV. For more information prior to application, please contact Andrea Ogden, Partner at SHK on 0448XXXXXX or via email on andrea.ogden@shk.com.au. Direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to SHK.
Lead commercial finance for a scaled, purpose-led housing platform
Institutionally backed
Growth and impact at scale
About the organisation
Assemble is a vertically integrated housing platform delivering institutional-quality residential investment opportunities with a clear social mandate. With an exceptional leadership team and backed by AustralianSuper and HESTA, the business operates across the full housing continuum, supporting low- and moderate-income Australians through innovative rental and home ownership pathways. With an Australian Financial Services Licence, B Corporation certification and alignment to the UN Principles of Responsible Investment, Assemble combines commercial discipline with social impact. The platform is scaling rapidly, with a national pipeline of ~8,000 homes and a long-term ambition exceeding 17,000 homes under management.
About the role
This is a rare opportunity to bring your commercial finance leadership experience to a high-growth platform combining institutional capital with meaningful social impact. You will play a central role in shaping financial strategy and supporting the continued expansion of a market-leading housing business. Reporting to the new Group Chief Financial Officer, the Head of Commercial Finance is a key leadership role at the centre of Assemble’s growth agenda. You will lead the commercial finance function, partnering closely with Investment, Development and Operations to drive performance and inform decision-making across the asset lifecycle.
The role spans investment analysis, portfolio performance, funding and capital structuring, alongside oversight of modelling, forecasting, valuations and investor outcomes within a structured environment. You will operate as a trusted advisor to the executive, while building capability within the team and ensuring systems and processes scale in line with institutional expectations.
About you
You are a highly skilled commercial finance leader with substantial experience leading analytical and business partnering teams in complex, capital-intensive environments. Your background may include property development, construction, infrastructure, funds management or adjacent sectors, with a strong foundation in commercial finance, FP&A or investment analysis.
You bring advanced modelling capability, sound commercial judgement and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders. You are comfortable navigating complexity, distilling insights and contributing at a strategic level, while remaining close enough to the detail to add value. Your style is pragmatic, low ego and collaborative, with the credibility to engage across executive, board and investor stakeholders. Prior exposure to institutional environments or structured vehicles is advantageous, but not essential.
A genuine alignment to Assemble’s purpose will underpin your success.
How to apply
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV. For more information prior to application, please contact Andrea Ogden, Partner at SHK on 0448XXXXXX or via email on andrea.ogden@shk.com.au. Direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to SHK.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HEAD OF COMMERCIAL FINANCE position is now open for candidates interested in the Finance sector. This role in Abattoir offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Finance is a plus.