Business Development Manager, Property Development | Private Credit

Overview Assetline Capital is a leading Australian non-bank lender, servicing brokers and borrowers who value responsive turnarounds, a flexible approach and funding certainty. Our Property Development Finance team provides flexible and commercially minded financing solutions to Australian property developers and real estate investors. We offer senior, stretch-senior, land acquisition, and residual stock facilities across residential, mixed-use, and boutique commercial projects. We operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where relationships, speed of execution, and disciplined credit assessment underpin our success. The Role Reporting to the General Manager, Development Finance, the Property Development BDM will source, assess, and convert development finance opportunities nationally whilst based in Sydney. The role requires an established network of developers, brokers, project managers, and industry professionals, as well as a strong understanding of Australia’s construction market, and localised real estate drivers. This is a frontline, high-impact role within a growing non-bank platform. Key Activities You will be responsible for: Business Development & Market Coverage: Sourcing new development finance opportunities aligned with Assetline Capital’s credit mandate. Building and maintaining high-quality relationships with NSW-based developers, project consultants, mortgage brokers, buyers’ agents, valuers, and landowners. Identifying and tracking upcoming development pipelines, DA approvals, planning changes, and emerging suburban growth areas. Representing Assetline Capital at industry events, UDIA/Property Council functions, and developer networking groups. Deal Assessment & Preliminary Underwriting: Conducting initial feasibility reviews including GRV analysis, pre-sale requirements, QS estimates, and economic assumptions relevant to the Sydney market. Modelling cash flows for construction finance and prepare preliminary credit assessments. Structuring loans including senior, stretch-senior, land acquisition, and residual stock facilities common in Australian non-bank lending. Leading broker & borrower communication from initial enquiry through approval and settlement. Collaborating with the credit, legal, and risk teams to progress transactions and negotiate deal terms. Liaising and coordinating valuation, QS, builder due diligence, planning assessments, and other third-party consultant inputs typical to Australian development finance. Supporting the preparation and negotiation of term sheets and loan documentation. Maintaining strong post-settlement relationships to support ongoing and repeat project pipelines. Skills & Experiences You’ll Bring 5+ years’ experience in property development finance, private credit, non-bank lending, or commercial real estate banking within Australia. Demonstrated track record originating and closing development finance transactions. Strong understanding of financial modelling and DA/CDC processes, development soft costs, construction contracts, and local valuation methods. Familiarity with Australian regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to non-bank lenders (AML/CTF, NCCP exemptions, ASIC guidelines). Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Key Attributes for Success Strong “hunter” mentality — entrepreneurial, proactive, and commercially savvy. Strong relationship builder with credibility and integrity. Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, deal-driven, non-bank lender environment while maintaining a collaborative team approach. High attention to detail and disciplined credit judgement. Comfortable balancing autonomy with collaboration. Why Join Assetline Capital Be part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment that values innovation, agility and impact. You’ll have access to high-quality deal flow and direct involvement in significant development projects, with exposure to senior decision-makers. You’ll also have professional development opportunities and flexibility in how you manage your network. We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage. Employment Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales, Business Development, and Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Assetline Capital. Sign in to set job alerts for related roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr