Junior Property Analyst

Profile Personnel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel partners with a growing property investment and development company to recruit a Property Analyst for the Growth & Acquisitions team in Stellenbosch. You will analyse acquisitions, conduct market research, and assess investment opportunities to drive value across a diverse portfolio.

The role demands strong financial modelling, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while communicating effectively with stakeholders and external partners.

Qualifications

• Strong financial modelling and feasibility analysis skills.
• Sound understanding of property markets and investment principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate acquisitions and investment opportunities.
• Develop financial feasibility models for developments.
• Assist with sales strategies and marketing of assets.
• Prepare reports and manage due diligence and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Financial modelling

Feasibility analysis

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Property Studies/Real Estate/Finance/Economics/Commerce degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you passionate about property investment, market analysis, and identifying high-value opportunities?

Our client, a dynamic and growing property investment and development company, is looking for an analytical and commercially driven Property Analyst to join their Growth & Acquisitions team. This is an exciting opportunity for a property professional who thrives on evaluating investments, conducting financial feasibility studies, and contributing to the strategic growth of a diverse property portfolio.

What You'll Be Doing

Acquisitions & Investment Analysis

• Identify and assess new property acquisition opportunities.
• Conduct market research, rental analysis, and capitalisation rate assessments.
• Prepare financial feasibility studies and investment evaluations.
• Present acquisition opportunities and recommendations to management.
• Coordinate due diligence investigations and compile comprehensive reports.
• Support finance applications and stakeholder engagement throughout the acquisition process.

Property Development

• Evaluate development opportunities across existing and new land holdings.
• Prepare financial feasibility models for proposed developments.
• Work closely with development teams, consultants, and external professionals.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting, and cost monitoring.
• Support leasing and marketing initiatives for completed developments.
• Attend site meetings and provide ongoing project analysis and recommendations.

Property Sales & Disposals

• Assist in developing sales strategies for identified properties.
• Coordinate with property agents to market assets.
• Prepare professional sales packs and supporting documentation.
• Monitor sales progress and facilitate purchaser due diligence.

General Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with property agents, brokers, and industry stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and property-related analysis.
• Prepare reports on acquisitions, developments, and disposals.
• Support tender submissions and special projects where required.

What We're Looking For

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Property Studies, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
• Experience in property analysis, acquisitions, investment analysis, commercial property, or property development.
• Strong financial modelling and feasibility analysis skills.
• Sound understanding of property markets and investment principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

Success in This Role

You’ll thrive in this position if you enjoy identifying investment opportunities, delivering insightful financial analysis, and contributing to the successful acquisition, development, and disposal of commercial property assets. Your work will directly support strategic investment decisions and the continued growth of the organisation’s property portfolio.