Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base salary and com

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to a diverse and high-value

Health, retirement, and other benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist to join our client in Randburg, Gauteng. You will identify, analyze, and secure investment opportunities across commercial, industrial and residential sectors, overseeing due diligence and deal closing.

You will leverage strong financial modeling, market research, and negotiation skills to expand the portfolio. Travel to site visits and meetings in and around Randburg is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, investment analysis, or corporate finance.
• Proven track record of identifying and closing real estate deals.
• Strong financial modeling skills and Excel proficiency.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the Gauteng real estate market.
• Ability to conduct thorough due diligence and risk assessment.
• Proficiency in real estate valuation methodologies and market analysis techniques.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for site visits and meetings in and around Randburg.

Responsibilities

• Source and identify potential real estate acquisition opportunities that align with the company's investment strategy.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including pro forma modeling, valuation, and risk assessment for potential acquisitions.
• Perform comprehensive due diligence, including site inspections, market studies, zoning reviews, and legal documentation verification.
• Negotiate purchase agreements and other deal terms with property owners and brokers.
• Build and maintain relationships with property owners, brokers, lenders, and other industry professionals in Gauteng.
• Prepare investment committee memos and present findings and recommendations for proposed acquisitions.
• Manage the acquisition process from initial contact through to closing.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and economic factors impacting real estate investments.
• Assist in the asset management and disposition of existing properties as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements throughout the acquisition process.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel

Negotiation

Communication skills

Market research

Due diligence

Real estate valuation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

None

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent real estate investment group, is seeking a proactive and results-driven Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist to join their team in Randburg, Gauteng. This role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and securing new investment opportunities, including commercial, industrial, and residential properties. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial modeling, market research, and negotiation skills, coupled with a deep understanding of the real estate investment lifecycle. You will play a critical role in expanding our client's portfolio by sourcing promising deals and conducting thorough due diligence. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to significant investment growth in the vibrant Randburg area.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and identify potential real estate acquisition opportunities that align with the company's investment strategy.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including pro forma modeling, valuation, and risk assessment for potential acquisitions.
• Perform comprehensive due diligence, including site inspections, market studies, zoning reviews, and legal documentation verification.
• Negotiate purchase agreements and other deal terms with property owners and brokers.
• Build and maintain relationships with property owners, brokers, lenders, and other industry professionals in Gauteng.
• Prepare investment committee memos and present findings and recommendations for proposed acquisitions.
• Manage the acquisition process from initial contact through to closing.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and economic factors impacting real estate investments.
• Assist in the asset management and disposition of existing properties as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements throughout the acquisition process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, investment analysis, or corporate finance.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and closing real estate deals.
• Strong financial modeling skills and proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African real estate market, particularly in Gauteng.
• Ability to conduct thorough due diligence and risk assessment.
• Proficiency in real estate valuation methodologies and market analysis techniques.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for site visits and meetings in and around Randburg.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary and attractive commission/bonus structure.
• Significant opportunity for career advancement within a growing investment firm.
• Exposure to a diverse and high-value real estate portfolio.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other benefits.
• Be part of a dynamic and professional team in Randburg.