Leasing Consultant - Retail - Gauteng Central

Growthpoint Properties Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Growthpoint Properties Limited is seeking a Leasing Consultant for Gauteng Central (Gauteng) to manage retail leasing activities, show vacant spaces, and coordinate offers and renewals. The role involves market research, relationship building with tenants and brokers, and collaboration with property management to ensure space readiness.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of letting experience in retail, with finance/property qualifications and PPRA/Agency accreditation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Finance/Property related qualification or equivalent degree.
• Estate Agency Board Certification and PPRA accreditation are required.

Responsibilities

• Show prospective tenants' vacant Retail space and canvas leads.
• Facilitate negotiations between tenants and landlords.
• Prepare offers to lease and coordinate lease documentation.
• Maintain positive tenant relations and market knowledge.
• Keep Growthpoint vacancy website updated and accurate.

Skills

Communication

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Market analysis

Client relationships

Problem solving

Negotiation

Project management

Results driven

Risk assessment

Education

Finance/Property related qualification

Estate Agency Board Certification

PPRA Status & Accreditation

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Leasing Consultant - Retail - Gauteng Central (Gauteng)

2026/10/28

Reference Number

LSC2

Description

Purpose of the Job

Responsible for showing prospective tenants’ vacant space, marketing and facilitating negotiations between tenants and Property management and maintaining positive tenant relations

Key Performance Areas

• Canvas and show potential tenants’ vacant Retail space
• Deal with direct enquiries on vacant space
• Deal with prospective tenants’ new lets and renewals, where necessary
• Drafting of offers to lease to prospective tenants
• Facilitate negotiations between tenants and landlords and ensure that both their needs are met
• Must negotiate deals to optimize profitability for both new deals and renewals
• Process letting deals and work with appropriate documentation to complete lease processes
• Involvement in the tenant’s specification process to co-ordinate costings and related operational management with all role players
• Ensure premises are fit for tenant occupation
• Keep abreast of Retail trends (local and international)
• Build relationships with existing and new brokers
• Provide accurate property information including vacancies
• Keep abreast with market research done by centre management team
• Maintain Growthpoint vacancy website
• Work closely with legal in finalising lease terms and conditions
• Assist with the relevant aspects of budgeting process
• Provide accurate feasibilities relating to leasing within the Portfolio

Requirements

Knowledge

• Computer literacy in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Financial knowledge
• IT system operations
• Leasing documentation control.
• Market Knowledge and trends

Job Specific Skills

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experienced in strategic planning, budgeting, and market analysis.
• Proficient in managing client relationships and team.
• Problem solving
• The ability to manage resources in accordance with the terms and conditions of a contract to ensure on time delivery of outputs
• Negotiation Skills
• The ability to define, scope, plan and execute projects
• Results Driven
• Risk assessment

Experience

• At least 5-8 years of letting experience in the Retail sector
• Property marketing / real estate background.
• Own transport and driver’s license

Education

• Minimum Finance/Property related qualification/ similar degree, with Estate Agency Board Certification
• PPRA Status & Accreditation

All internal stakeholders

Level of Decision Making

• Decision-making is primarily operational and client-focused, with a clear framework provided by policies and market conditions.
• Manage day-to-day leasing activities, such as scheduling showings, negotiating lease terms, and closing deals.

Level of Problem Solving

• Problem-solving focuses on direct interactions with tenants and maintaining leasing efficiency, often requiring quick, practical solutions.
• Address tenant concerns or objections during the leasing process, finding solutions to meet their needs while aligning with company goals
• Work collaboratively with other departments (e.g., maintenance or property management) to address property readiness or tenant satisfaction issues.