Transactional Finance Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced M&A transactions manager to join a real‑estate business on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract or day‑rate. The candidate will own and deliver transaction processes across buy‑side, sell‑side and financing/refinancing workstreams, report regularly to senior management and liaise with partners, brokers, legal advisors and other deal counterparties.

Key responsibilities

• Lead buy‑side acquisitions, sell‑side disposals and financing/refinancing transactions from inception to completion.
• Develop and manage transaction programmes, defining milestones, timelines and workstreams.
• Coordinate financial, tax, technical and legal due‑diligence processes.
• Manage relationships with advisors, brokers, lenders, investors and legal counsel.
• Review due‑diligence findings, identify risks and support commercial negotiations.
• Negotiate transaction, financing and legal terms to achieve successful deal outcomes.
• Prepare transaction analyses, including sources & uses, fund flows and returns assessments.
• Support debt raising and refinancing, engaging lenders and reviewing term sheets.
• Prepare and present materials for investor and board approvals.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on progress, risks and key decisions.

Required profile

• ACA/CAANZ qualification with corporate finance and M&A experience.
• Available at short notice with a valid visa for at least six months.
• Prior real‑estate transaction experience.