Property Acquisition Specialist

University of Fort Hare; Diepsloot, Sandton, Midrand, Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 680 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury and commercial property developer in South Africa is seeking a Property Acquisition Specialist. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and securing high-potential land and property opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and 3-5 years' experience in property development, with strong skills in market intelligence and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in acquisition roles and property development or town planning.
• Experience conducting feasibility-level planning assessments.
• Experience dealing with municipal planning departments in Johannesburg.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate high-potential land and property opportunities.
• Support the company’s growth pipeline with feasible development opportunities.

Skills

Market intelligence

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree or diploma in Property Studies

Degree or diploma in Urban/Town Planning

Degree or diploma in Real Estate

Degree or diploma in Development Studies

Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

South Africa - Gauteng , Johannesburg - North (Sandton / Midrand / Diepsloot)

R 600,000 - R 680,000 Annually Cost To Company (Negotiable)

Our client, a luxury and commercial Property Developer in South Africa, needs a strong Property Acquisition Specialist who will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and securing high-potential land and property opportunities.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in:
  • Property Studies
  • Urban/Town Planning
  • Real Estate
  • Development Studies
  • Civil Engineering (with planning knowledge ideally)
• 3–5 years’ experience in acquisition roles and property development or town planning
• Experience conducting feasibility-level planning assessments.
• Experience dealing with Johannesburg (Midrand & Bryanston) municipal planning departments and Stakeholder Departments (Joburg Water, Johannesburg Roads Agency etc.)
• Strong network with planners, brokers, and property professionals.
• The role requires strong market intelligence, financial analysis capability, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder engagement including landowners, brokers, municipalities, lawyers, and consultants.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and securing high-potential land and property opportunities that align with the company’s development and investment strategy.

This role directly supports the company’s growth pipeline and ensures a continuous flow of feasible development opportunities.

How to apply

• Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page - https://measuredability.com/jobs/
• Search for the job title.
• Click apply to submit your CV.