Junior Commercial Property Manager

Macdonald & Company; City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property group is seeking a junior property professional in Johannesburg. The role involves managing commercial property operations with a focus on tenant accounts, debt collections, and budget preparation. Candidates should possess a BSc in Property Studies, 2-5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Excel, and familiarity with MDA software. This is an excellent opportunity for development within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' exposure to commercial property management.
• Experience with leases and government billing.
• Comfortable with tenant accounts and arrears.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and operational aspects of commercial properties.
• Engage with tenants about payments and renewals.
• Prepare monthly accounts and oversee utilities.

Skills

Financial management

Operational management

Tenant engagement

Debt collection

Excel proficiency

Detail orientation

Education

BSc in Property Studies

Tools

MDA software

Job description

Overview

For a junior property professional looking to develop depth, commercial confidence and long-term progression, this should be your next move. You’ll be joining a well-established property group with more than three decades of experience managing a substantial retail and commercial portfolio valued at approximately R3.5 billion. The business operates across development and asset management, with a culture that’s supportive, growth-oriented and fast-moving without being chaotic.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you’ll be involved in the financial and operational management of commercial properties, with a strong focus on tenant accounts, debt collections and arrears management.
• You’ll engage directly with tenants regarding payments and renewals, prepare monthly management accounts and reporting, and oversee utilities, rates and municipal charges.
• You’ll also support annual budget preparation, compliance requirements and reporting to senior management as part of a wider property team.

Qualifications

• BSc in Property Studies and around 2-5 years’ exposure to commercial property management, whether through a permanent role or a structured internship within a REIT environment. Experience managing government tenants would be a strong plus.
• You’ll need to be comfortable working with leases and government billing, confident in Excel, and naturally detail-driven with a solid numerical foundation.
• MDA software exposure would be beneficial, and the role is best suited to someone based in Johannesburg.

If you meet these requirements, apply today!