Property Portfolio Executive

Excellerate JHI; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading real estate services company as a Portfolio Executive. In this role, you'll manage property operations to optimize profits, oversee budgeting, and lead a team to ensure compliance and client satisfaction. Your experience in property management will be crucial in making a significant impact on our business.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in the Property industry, especially Property management and development.
• Experience in managing people is essential.
• Drivers license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate Property Management activities to maximize profitability.
• Manage budgeting processes and oversee compliance with client mandates.
• Liaison with major clients to determine their needs and preferences.

Skills

People Management

Negotiation

Deal-making

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

Minimum Grade 12 qualification

Business Degree

EAAB Fidelity Fund Certificate (NQF5 qualification)

Job description

Who we are

We are a leading real estate services company that combines global standards with specialised local knowledge to create customisable high-performance solutions for our clients. We advise property owners and occupiers on every aspect of their property strategies and assist them in the development, buying, selling, leasing, valuing and management of their assets. Our dedication to quality and excellence sets us apart in the industry.

Why choose us

Be part of a forward-thinking culture that values entrepreneurial spirit and celebrates your best work. Collaborate with talented property professionals, leverage unparalleled resources, and enjoy opportunities for both personal and professional growth. At JHI, your contributions are encouraged and celebrated, ensuring a rewarding journey as you advance in your career.

About the role

We are seeking an Portfolio Executive toplan, direct, coordinate and budget, either personally or through subordinate personnel, all activities concerned with the Property Management process in order to optimise the Company's profit, including the establishment and development of new markets in order to add value to the portfolio and/or the Company and improve the long term profitability of properties / shopping centres under management through revamps and/or expansions. To improve the well-being of the property industry by involvement in local and national committees and forums. To fulfill the Company's obligation towards social responsibility by being involved in the local community's activities and public relations in general.

What you will bring

Inherent requirements for the position (non-negotiable)

• Minimum Grade 12 qualification
• Business Degree
• EAAB Fidelity Fund Certificate (NQF5 qualification)
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in the Property industry, especially Property management and development
• Experience in managing people
• Drivers license
  

Additional demonstrable requirements:

• People Management.
• Negotiation.
• Deal-making.
• Problem solving
• Computer literacy
  

What you will be doing

In this role, you will lead efforts in:

Staff Management:

• Source and select the right people for the right position
• Performance management according to agreed KPAs
• Identify development gaps and source solutions together with People Management Consultants
• Continuous development of staff to address gaps as well as their property expertise
• Motivational and directional support
• Drive the Company's EE Strategy in conjunction with P&PM

Facilitate the property management process by:

• Planning and alignment of resources between properties
• Facilitate the property management process between functions, i.e. Property Management, Marketing and Facilities
• Evaluate tenant mix, turnovers, etc. of buildings under management and make recommendations to improve
• Implement initiatives to improve the expertise across regions
• Optimize sustainable net income stream per property
• Ensure compliance to mandates received from clients, i.e. approvals according to Approval Framework
• Monitor performance of properties against targets as set by Client and implement corrective actions where necessary

Maximizing the profitability of the Company:

• Monitor Company expenses on an ongoing basis
• Investigate and implement measures to reduce costs
• Actively participate in the budgeting process to ensure that the Company budget is correct
• Actively manage and monitor actual profit against the budget

Strategic positioning of the company as property experts and growing the company in the area of managing buildings:

• Facilitate and monitor the implementation of space marketing initiatives
• Investigate and implement new initiatives to reduce the vacant space in client portfolios
• Liaison with major clients and prospective clients at senior level to determine their needs and preferences
• Forward possible leads for property related services to prospective clients to the Business Development division
• Actively participate in the composition of proposals to prospective new clients and assist marketing team in concluding the deal
• Facilitate and monitor changes in our service delivery to accommodate specific client needs

Public Relations and Community Involvement:

• Pro-active approach in dealing with local government and government
• Active involvement in business and property related forums to promote the Company and improve the well-being of the Property Industry
• Active involvement in community projects
• Active involvement in the Company's social responsibility programme

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in property management, we encourage you to apply for the Portfolio Executive position. Bring your expertise in facilities management, budgeting, and tenant relations to our dynamic team.

JHI is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representationin our workforce. Preference may thus be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.