Commercial Leasing Manager (Senior)

Parvana; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent property management firm in Cape Town seeks an experienced Commercial Property Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, managing financial controls, and leading property audits. Candidates must possess a relevant tertiary qualification and 5-8 years experience in commercial property management. Proficiency in property management software and financial management skills are essential. This role offers excellent opportunities for dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in managing commercial properties.
• Knowledge of the Property Sector Code and Consumer Protection Act.
• Proficient in communication for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure portfolio meets all statutory OHS and municipal by-laws.
• Oversee compliance with commercial lease agreements.
• Manage financial risks and credit control measures.
• Lead internal and external property audits.
• Develop preventative maintenance schedules for asset value preservation.

Skills

Commercial property management

Financial management

Lease agreements

Tenant lifecycle management

Property audits

OHS compliance

Contractor management

Advanced Excel

Education

Tertiary qualification in Property Studies or related

Tools

MRI Property Management Software

MDA Property Manager

Job description

About our client

With an impressive track record dating back over 80 years, our client manages a diverse portfolio of residential, industrial and commercial properties. Founded on the principles of trust, quality and value, you will be joining a company known for their professionalism and expertise surrounding the dynamic property industry.

What you will be doing

• Act as the primary custodian for ensuring the portfolio meets all statutory requirements, including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), local municipal by-laws, and environmental regulations.
• Enforce / administer all commercial lease agreements, ensuring timely compliance from both tenants and the landlord.
• Oversee the integrity of the debtor and creditor ledgers, manage credit control, and implement policies to mitigate financial risk and bad debt.
• Lead all internal and external property audits, ensuring accurate, complete, and readily available documentation.
• Manage the full tenant lifecycle, including lease initiation, lease renewals, collection of rentals, and proactive management of arrears and credit control.
• Collaborate with the finance team on property budgets, manage expenditure against approved budgets, and provide monthly performance reports on vacancies, arrears, and operational costs.
• Oversee service agreements and manage all third-party contractors (e.g., maintenance, security), ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met and costs are optimised.
• Develop and execute proactive planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to preserve asset value and ensure tenant satisfaction.
• Manage all day-to-day operational issues, utility management, and ensure the prompt and professional resolution of tenant queries and maintenance requests.

What our client is looking for

• A relevant tertiary qualification (Property Studies, Real Estate Management, or a related Financial/Legal degree).
• 5 - 8 years of experience in commercial property or facilities management, specifically managing retail, industrial, or office portfolios.
• Knowledge of the Property Sector Code, the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), and fundamental commercial lease law.
• Financial management skills, including experience with debtors/creditors management, credit control, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with industry-standard property management software (Specify preferred software, e.g., MRI, MDA Property Manager) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• High degree of integrity, personal accountability, and a proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement with tenants, senior leadership, and legal professionals.
• Proactive, solutions-driven approach to complex operational and compliance challenges.

Job ID

• J107033

For a more comprehensive list of opportunities that we have on offer, do visit our website - https://www.parvana.co.uk/careers

Requirements

Commercial Property Manager, property management, real estate, financial management, lease agreements, OHS, tenant lifecycle, property audits, budget management, contractor management, PPM