Job Description
Head of New Leasing & Acquisitions
This role is responsible for growing and managing a property portfolio, mainly through leasing, acquisitions, developments, and financial performance in the retail/property sector.
Main Responsibilities
Financial Oversight of Existing Portfolio
- Ensure properties stay fully occupied and profitable.
- Monitor vacancies, leasing activity, and tenant mix.
- Analyze finances to support lease decisions.
- Grow property value (gross asset value) and improve income.
- Monitor budgets, profits, costs, and operating margins.
Identifying Growth Opportunities
- Find and manage new acquisitions, property developments, and disposals.
- Conduct market research, site analysis, and demographic studies.
- Work with brokers and attorneys on property purchases and sales agreements.
- Lead due diligence for buying and selling properties.
- Manage leasing for new developments and ensure a strong tenant mix.
- Negotiate large (big box) retail leases, including renewals and new agreements with anchor tenants.
Development & Project Management
- Oversee property development projects from planning to execution.
- Review project financial feasibility and budgets.
- Coordinate with professionals such as architects, engineers, contractors, and quantity surveyors.
- Drive projects through approvals, tenders, and building plans.
Business Strategy
- Support new business initiatives.
- Align finance and operations to create sustainable growth.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and guide the Property Management, Leasing, Asset Management, and Projects teams.
- Help train and onboard staff.
Requirements
- Degree in Property Studies (BSc.)
- 57 years experience in retail/property.
- Strong experience in team leadership, leasing, negotiations, budgeting, and project management.
- Advanced Excel/MS Office skills.
- Strong communication, organization, and knowledge of lease agreements and property developments.
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About Property Administrator Jobs in Western Cape
In the Western Cape, South Africa, the property administration industry is a significant sector, with various roles available across different industries. The demand for skilled property administrators continues to grow as the need for efficient and effective property management increases.
Typically, property administrator positions in the Western Cape offer competitive salaries that can range from around R400 000 to R600 000 per annum, depending on factors such as level of experience, size of the company, and industry sector. For example, a junior property administrator with minimal experience may earn on the lower end of this scale, while a senior property administrator with extensive experience and expertise may earn towards the higher end.
Common skills required for property administration roles in South Africa include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, strong organisational and time management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software applications commonly used in the industry, such as property management systems. Additionally, knowledge of property law, tax legislation, and commercial property principles is often essential.
Property administrators can be found working across various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. The demand for property administration professionals is widespread due to the need for effective property management in these sectors.
Career development opportunities are available in this field, with many property administrators progressing to senior roles or pursuing careers in related fields such as property law, real estate sales, or property development. With experience and further education, property administrators can also consider opportunities in specialist roles, such as facilities management or asset management.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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