Leasing Administrator

Profile Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company in Johannesburg is seeking a driven Leasing Administrator to enhance industry relationships and maximise property occupancy. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in property leasing with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills. Responsibilities include managing a property portfolio, negotiating leases, and implementing marketing strategies. This role offers a chance to contribute to reducing vacancies and driving revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Strong background in property leasing, sales, or business development.
• Knowledge of commercial, industrial, and retail property markets.
• Results-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned property portfolio to optimise occupancy and revenue.
• Identify and engage potential tenants through networking and cold calling.
• Negotiate and conclude lease agreements aligned with tenancy mix.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Networking

Relationship-building

Analytical skills

Tools

MDA property management system

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a driven and dynamic Leasing Administrator to join our leasing team. This role is central to building strong industry relationships, securing new tenants, and implementing effective marketing strategies to maximise portfolio occupancy. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to negotiate leases, market commercial, industrial, and retail properties, and contribute to reducing vacancies and driving revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned property portfolio to optimise occupancy and revenue.

• Identify and engage potential tenants through networking, cold calling, and broker collaboration.

• Negotiate and conclude lease agreements aligned with tenancy mix and budget.

• Develop and implement effective marketing strategies across digital, print, and broker channels.

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform rental and leasing strategies.

• Prepare lease documentation and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate records and reports on leasing activities using MDA property management system.

• Contribute to annual budget preparation through market rental input and vacancy forecasting.

• Provide regular reports to management on leasing performance and market trends.

Key Performance Areas

• Occupancy and vacancy management versus budget.

• Reduction of foregone revenue through proactive leasing.

• Improvement of tenant lease profiles and portfolio quality.

• Measurable effectiveness of marketing strategies.

• Origination of new business and long-term tenant relationships.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in property leasing, sales, or business development.

• Excellent negotiation, networking, and relationship-building skills.

• Knowledge of commercial, industrial, and retail property markets.

• Ability to develop creative marketing strategies across multiple platforms.

• Proficiency in property management systems (MDA advantageous).

• Results-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting capabilities.

• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently with accountability.

Should you wish to apply, please email your CV through to Kirsten Smith at [e-mail]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.