People

Belingbak comprises an experienced team whose collective expertise spans across decades in the real estate industry. We work alongside an ever-growing network of forward-thinking people that foster an environment of high performance, respect, and open-mindedness. Collectively, the team has long-term and enduring relationships across the full spectrum of the real estate investment landscape in Australia.

Our Founders

Robert McLean, Founding Director

Robert McLean, Founding Director

Robert is a qualified Chartered Accountant with 14 years of experience in real estate investments, private equity, analytics, and finance. He has contributed his underwriting and execution skills in deploying capital across a variety of real estate asset classes including hotels, seniors living, build-to-rent and student accommodation. More recently Robert has led the finance functions within Belingbak and its hospitality ventures.

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Jack Montgomery, Founding Director

Jack Montgomery, Founding Director

With over 14 years in the Australian real estate sector, Jack brings a wealth of expertise in funds management, development and operations. Before founding Belingbak, Jack held key roles at various ASX organisations including Perpetual, GPT and Mirvac. His extensive experience encompasses a wide array of responsibilities, from deal origination and distribution to development, operations and investment management. Jack’s track record underscores his proficiency in navigating complex landscapes with finesse and strategic acumen.

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Matthew Rawlinson, Founding Director

Matthew Rawlinson, Founding Director

Matthew has extensive knowledge across all aspects of property development and investment. Matthew’s comprehensive knowledge of the overall development process includes site selection and acquisition, capital and structuring, planning approvals, design and delivery, sales, marketing and leasing. Before establishing Belingbak Matthew held key roles at Mirvac across several projects, most notably, Australian Technology Park and Waterloo Over Station Development.

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James Baillie, Non-Executive Director

James Baillie, Non-Executive Director

James Baillie is a Non-Executive Director at Belingbak and Founder of Baillie Lodges, a luxury lodge collection that sets new standards in experiential travel. In 2019, Baillie Lodges partnered with KSL Capital Partners, where James remains Founder and Creative Director. The lodges offer unique experiences across Australia’s diverse landscapes.

Previously, James was the founding Managing Director of P&O Australian Resorts and a founding Director and Chair of Luxury Lodges of Australia. With over 30 years in hospitality, he specializes in acquisitions, property development, and hotel operations. James holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Queensland and supports charitable causes with his wife, Hayley, through the Baillie Family Foundation.