Job Description
The Business
With over 75 villages and more than 17,000 residents nationally, Keyton is Australia’s leading owner and operator of retirement living communities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities.
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive – not only for our residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities.
Keyton Perks & Benefits
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
A supportive, friendly and flexible work environment
Hybrid working environment – opportunity to work from home
4x Wellbeing Days (one per quarter). That’s almost an additional week off in addition to your annual leave!
Fitness Passport for you and your family
Reward & recognition services
Excellent company benefits and discounts on offer
Discounted health insurance, annual vaccinations and skin checks
Be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and making a difference
About the Role
At Keyton, we’re redefining retirement living through thoughtful, sustainable development. As a Portfolio Development Manager, you’ll help develop the long-term portfolio asset strategy and lead the full lifecycle of capital expenditure projects within our existing villages. These projects enhance and renew our communities, ensuring they remain vibrant, future-ready, and aligned with resident needs.
Responsibilities
Lead capital expenditure projects within existing villages
Conduct due diligence, market analysis, and feasibility assessments
Shape place creation in collaboration with architects and project managers
Evaluate risks, funding structures, and commercial viability
Develop long term asset renewal plans
Participate in acquisition and divestment initiatives to support our growth strategy.
Oversee development briefs and master plans
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
Lead go-to-market strategy including pricing, launch, and procurement
Deliver projects to benchmark standards, safely and sustainably
Lead handover to the operations team and lead post-project reviews
About You
Proven experience in property development, ideally in residential or retirement living
Experience managing capital works or renewal projects within existing communities - ideal
Strong commercial, financial, and project management skills
Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation abilities
Passionate about creating inclusive, future-ready communities
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and satisfaction
Familiarity with sustainability and safety standards in development
What do we do?
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive not only for our customers but importantly for our employees.
We do this through creating safe, secure, and connected independent living communities where residents have the choice and opportunity to pursue active and social lifestyles, close to essential amenities and services.
We may have a new name and brand, but we are not new to the sector. Keyton holds an ideal market position with an estimated growth from 13,500 to 20,000 retirement living residences. Join our team and support our growth as the nation's premier creator, owner, and operator of vibrant purpose-built communities for independent seniors.
We are passionate about what we do - and we are always leading with heart.
It's time to unlock your future with Keyton.
Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of April-October, with supporting documentation prior to joining.
At Keyton we celebrate diversity and acknowledge that what makes us different makes us stronger. We engage, enable and empower our people and support their individual needs. Inclusion sets us all up for success. We therefore encourage you to apply for roles in our business, regardless of gender, gender identity, ****** orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, religion, social background.
With over 75 villages and more than 17,000 residents nationally, Keyton is Australia’s leading owner and operator of retirement living communities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities.
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive – not only for our residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities.
Keyton Perks & Benefits
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
A supportive, friendly and flexible work environment
Hybrid working environment – opportunity to work from home
4x Wellbeing Days (one per quarter). That’s almost an additional week off in addition to your annual leave!
Fitness Passport for you and your family
Reward & recognition services
Excellent company benefits and discounts on offer
Discounted health insurance, annual vaccinations and skin checks
Be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and making a difference
About the Role
At Keyton, we’re redefining retirement living through thoughtful, sustainable development. As a Portfolio Development Manager, you’ll help develop the long-term portfolio asset strategy and lead the full lifecycle of capital expenditure projects within our existing villages. These projects enhance and renew our communities, ensuring they remain vibrant, future-ready, and aligned with resident needs.
Responsibilities
Lead capital expenditure projects within existing villages
Conduct due diligence, market analysis, and feasibility assessments
Shape place creation in collaboration with architects and project managers
Evaluate risks, funding structures, and commercial viability
Develop long term asset renewal plans
Participate in acquisition and divestment initiatives to support our growth strategy.
Oversee development briefs and master plans
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
Lead go-to-market strategy including pricing, launch, and procurement
Deliver projects to benchmark standards, safely and sustainably
Lead handover to the operations team and lead post-project reviews
About You
Proven experience in property development, ideally in residential or retirement living
Experience managing capital works or renewal projects within existing communities - ideal
Strong commercial, financial, and project management skills
Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation abilities
Passionate about creating inclusive, future-ready communities
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and satisfaction
Familiarity with sustainability and safety standards in development
What do we do?
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive not only for our customers but importantly for our employees.
We do this through creating safe, secure, and connected independent living communities where residents have the choice and opportunity to pursue active and social lifestyles, close to essential amenities and services.
We may have a new name and brand, but we are not new to the sector. Keyton holds an ideal market position with an estimated growth from 13,500 to 20,000 retirement living residences. Join our team and support our growth as the nation's premier creator, owner, and operator of vibrant purpose-built communities for independent seniors.
We are passionate about what we do - and we are always leading with heart.
It's time to unlock your future with Keyton.
Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of April-October, with supporting documentation prior to joining.
At Keyton we celebrate diversity and acknowledge that what makes us different makes us stronger. We engage, enable and empower our people and support their individual needs. Inclusion sets us all up for success. We therefore encourage you to apply for roles in our business, regardless of gender, gender identity, ****** orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, religion, social background.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Portfolio Development Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Sydney 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 Work from home Jobs is a plus.
