Leasing Manager

Newlyn Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A diverse property development firm based in Durban is seeking a Leasing Manager to join their team. The role involves marketing existing vacancies, managing lease renewals, and conducting market research within the logistics industry. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A Grade 12 education is required, while qualifications like MDA and Financial Modelling are preferred. Competitive salary based on experience offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Leasing Manager or broker.
• Strong Broker Network and client database building.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Active marketing of existing vacancies and new developments.
• Lease renewal pipeline management.
• Market research on logistics and rentals.

Skills

Deal closing

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Working knowledge of Financials

Microsoft Office

Education

Grade 12

MDA

Financial Modelling

Job description

Overview

Newlyn Group is a diversified Property development company focused on Industrial / Logistics developments. Our Head Office is based in Morningside; Durban and we are looking for a Leasing Manager to join our property division.

Experience and Skills Required

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Leasing manager / broker
• Proven track record for deal closing
• Experience in Leases and legal contracts
• Strong Broker Network and potential client database building
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with the Development, Facilities, Finance, Legal, Marketing and Risk Teams
• Brief Marketing Team for Property brochures
• Sound interpersonal skills and an ability to present vacancies and development opportunities
• Working knowledge of Financials (Feasibilities) preferred
• In-depth understanding of Microsoft office suite
• Professional level of verbal and written communication skills
• A proactive approach to problem solving, solutions driven with the ability to provide information to inform decision makers
• Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key Deliverables

• Active marketing of existing vacancies, new developments and off‑pan developments within property portfolio
• Coordinating with Development Team
• Lease renewal pipeline management and proposals
• Proposals for new rental opportunities
• Market research – Logistics industry, area specific rentals and demand
• Coordinate and attend Broker functions
• Drafting of leases (with legal department)
• Site visits, property inspections and handovers
• Tenant liaison
• Arrear rental management in tandem with Finance department
• Negotiating lease agreements, and internal approval of same
• Monitoring and reporting in terms of legal matters
• Cold‑calling
• Bi‑weekly reporting to Senior Exec’s on leasing status

Salary

Market Related (dependent on experience)

Qualifications and Knowledge

• Grade 12
• MDA (preferred)
• Financial Modelling (preferred)