General Manager - Retail Property Management

Excellerate JHI; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services firm is seeking a General Manager based in KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will manage property assets to achieve growth and profitability, oversee teams, and ensure adherence to governance. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a commerce/property qualification. This role offers a chance to be a part of a diverse work culture that values personal growth.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant property experience required.
• Must hold a commerce or property qualification.
• Strong understanding of property administration and law needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management and development of property assets.
• Maximize Net Property Income while reducing operating expenses.
• Complete and obtain approval for budgets.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance practices.

Skills

Property Relevant experience

General property administration

Commercial/Property law

General Accounting

Operations/Facilities Management

Sector-specific knowledge of commercial/industrial/retail property

Education

Commerce/Property qualification

Job description

Who we are

We are a leading real estate services company that combines global standards with specialised local knowledge to create customisable high-performance solutions for our clients. We advise property owners and occupiers on every aspect of their property strategies and assist them in the development, buying, selling, leasing, valuing and management of their assets. Our dedication to quality and excellence sets us apart in the industry.

Why choose us

Be part of a forward-thinking culture that values entrepreneurial spirit and celebrates your best work. Collaborate with talented property professionals, leverage unparalleled resources, and enjoy opportunities for both personal and professional growth. At JHI, your contributions are encouraged and celebrated, ensuring a rewarding journey as you advance in your career.

About the role

We are seeking a General Manager to ensure the overall effective management and development of specific property assets, including the achievement of specified growth and profitability objectives and management of subordinates and property teams. To provide input and execute the property strategies related to the specific property. Responsible across all centre operations such as but not limited to retail space management, marketing, leasing, health and safety and maintenance.

What you will bring

• 5 Years of Property Relevant experience
• Commerce/Property qualification
• General property administration
• Commercial/Property law
• General Accounting
• Operations/Facilities Management
• Sector-specific knowledge of commercial/ industrial/retail property fundamentals

What you will be doing

• Optimize tenant mixes and rental collections in the portfolio
• Maximize Net Property Income in buildings under managed cluster/portfolio through:
  • Reduced Operating Expenses
  • Increased Income
  • Improve utility management
• Complete budgets and obtain approval from Client
• Improve Employee Satisfaction Survey Ratings
• Ensure appropriate performance management culture
• Diversity Management and Transformation
• Ensure proper adherence to corporate governance practices
• Ensure that annual business strategies are in place for Assets and monitor Application of Strategy
• Ensure that stakeholders are kept abreast of buildings’ status through monthly reporting on key property management indicators
• Drive approved marketing strategy and brand campaign
• Enhance marketing and branding profile of the complex
• Ensure that centre management implement day to day risk control
• Liaison with key stakeholders in the cluster of operations
• Ensure maintenance requirements are adhered to in line with standard operating manuals
• Ensure tenant installation process is timeous and within quality standard
• Ensure implementation of long term maintenance plan
• Ensure approved CAPEX projects are executed timeously

JHI is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may thus be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.