AddressWhat’s in it for you?
An enriching career, part of the Levande community where you will feel empowered to have an impact. We support people to grow, learn and develop their skills to reach their potential, recognising and celebrating successes along the way.
We offer a diverse and inclusive environment and want our people to feel strongly connected to our Purpose and Vision. Our people are the key to our success and every person helps us reach our goals.
As well as offering the following benefits:
- Flexibility: Balance work and life effortlessly
- My Day: Your annual day to focus on well-being and lifestyle
- We Shine Savings: Unlock savings across all industries and top brands
- Spirit of Levande Awards & Gala Night: Celebrate your achievements in style
- Paid Parental Leave: Up to 20 weeks to bond with your newest addition
- Grandparents Leave: Cherish special moments with your grandchildren
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program): Confidential support for you and your family
- Continuing Education Assistance: Invest in your growth with paid study leave
- Go 1 Learning Library: Access over 100,000 on-demand learning solutions
- We Shine Recognition: Feel appreciated with peer-to-peer and manager-to-team recognition.
- We Connect: Love where you work? Refer a friend and reap the rewards
About the role:
Responsible for overseeing a portfolio of Retirement Villages within Victoria. You will work closely with the Levande Leadership Team to support the overall strategic direction and the translation into core operational priorities for the Villages, with your main goal being outstanding resident experience.
A primary focus of this role will be to drive employee engagement and continue to develop leadership capability across their portfolio, aligning operational objectives with skilled staff to service residents.
Some of your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
- Lead, coach and inspire a team of Village Managers to manage and lead the village operations and improve overall leadership capability.
- Provide leadership and direction to all team members, investing in the development and growth of key talent.
- Deliver a high-performance focused culture through regular performance discussions with staff.
- Work closely with Support Services business partners and teams to ensure a collaborative and robust approach to change management, development, and implementation of new systems.
- Support and deliver strategies to contribute to the overall Retirement Living strategy.
- Deliver high level village business plans and meet key performance targets.
- Implement, monitor, and manage key financial performance indicators for the portfolio of villages, and drive Village Manager ownership of the budget and finances.
- Implement necessary strategies and review processes to ensure the portfolio of villages achieves / exceeds budget targets.
- Lead the team and embed behaviours to minimise operational risk and exposure, continuously improving the level of security and safety across the portfolio.
About you:
Though not necessarily from a retirement living background, we would like you to demonstrate:
- Previous multi-site management and team leadership and development experience
- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent with experience in: Strategy and Planning, People Leadership, Asset Management, Business Management and Project Management.
- Exposure and experience working with legislative requirements, specifically the Retirement Villages Act, Body Corporate Legislation and or the Residential Tenancies Act
- Proven analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills
- Strong commercial acumen and business development skills
- Outstanding relationship management skills, including the ability to network and influence
- The ability to work in and contribute to a high performing, collaborative and team environment
About us
At Levande, we're propelled by a vision far beyond the conventional. Supported by EQT Private Equity, who stand at the forefront of a transformative mission: to future-proof companies that matter. Our journey is fueled by the desire to invest in companies with potential and guide them towards achieving greatness and sustainability. We're not just investors; we're cultivators of progress and sustainability.
Levande is pioneering a new era of lifestyle living for the modern, independent individual. Our name, deriving from the Swedish term 'Vivid' and 'Full of Life,' captures the essence of our mission: to craft vibrant neighborhoods that are not just places to live, but communities that pulsate with life, connection, and diversity.
Our communities are a tapestry of diverse backgrounds, interests, and lifestyles, each thread contributing to the rich mosaic of Levande. Here, choice and independence are not just options but the foundations upon which our communities are built. Residents enjoy the freedom to live their lives on their terms, supported by the purpose-designed spaces that cater to every need, want, and aspiration.
Join us on our quest to become "Australia's most trusted provider of retirement communities." A quest not just to offer a place to live, but to deliver inclusivity, care, and a sense of belonging at a time in life when it matters most. At Levande, we're more than a company; we're a community dedicated to making every day vivid and full of life.
Imagine making a real difference in people's lives every day. If you're ready to contribute to a vibrant, caring community, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of the Levande legacy.
Please note only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.
