Meaghan O'Kane
Melbourne
Summary
Accomplished Director with a proven track record at Phoenix Retail Property, adept in strategic planning and relationship building. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced team collaboration, employee development, and retention. Skilled in financial reporting and negotiations, achieving remarkable occupancy rates and fostering key industry partnerships. Demonstrates exceptional people management and communication skills, driving business success and team performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Phoenix Retail Property
11.2022 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Regional Leasing Manager DFOs
Vicinity Centres
11.2015 - 10.2022
- Collected, completed, and processed lease applications.
- Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service, resulting in increased lease renewals.
- Developed marketing strategies to attract new tenants, ultimately improving occupancy rates.
- Optimized unit turnover times by working closely with maintenance staff to prioritize repairs and cleaning tasks.
- Established key relationships with potential leasers and renters.
- Managed daily and weekly marketing and leasing plans.
- Mentored new leasing agents, providing guidance on industry best practices and improving overall team performance.
- Managed lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring legal compliance and minimizing potential disputes between parties.
- Prepared detailed financial reports for property owners, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all transactions.
- Analyzed trends in the rental market to predict future growth opportunities and develop strategic plans accordingly.
- Led negotiations for lease agreements, securing favorable terms while meeting needs of both property and prospective tenants.
Leasing Executive
Colonial First State Global Asset Management
05.2010 - 11.2015
- Conducted thorough market research to identify trends and set competitive rental rates.
- Increased tenant retention through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of issues.
- Provided support to property management team in addressing maintenance requests and resolving tenant concerns promptly.
- Maximized lease revenue by effectively negotiating lease terms and conditions.
Retail Solutions Executive
AMP Capital
05.2009 - 05.2010
Associate Director
Judd Farris
02.2005 - 12.2009
- Led teams of up to [Number] personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career progression paths within the company.
- Established strong relationships with key industry partners, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Oversaw annual budget planning processes, ensuring financial goals were met while maintaining optimal resource allocation across departments.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Education
Associate Diploma - Business Marketing
RMIT
Melbourne11-1998
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
- Team management
- Strategies and goals
- Staff management
- Employee development
- Business planning
Timeline
Director
Phoenix Retail Property
11.2022 - Current
Regional Leasing Manager DFOs
Vicinity Centres
11.2015 - 10.2022
Leasing Executive
Colonial First State Global Asset Management
05.2010 - 11.2015
Retail Solutions Executive
AMP Capital
05.2009 - 05.2010
Associate Director
Judd Farris
02.2005 - 12.2009
Associate Diploma - Business Marketing
RMIT
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