Real Estate Acquisition Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer/

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Real Estate Acquisition Specialist to identify and secure valuable investment properties in Sandton, Gauteng. The role requires sourcing off-market opportunities, due diligence, and negotiating purchase agreements aligned with the investment strategy.

The ideal candidate has strong market knowledge, negotiation skills, and a solid grasp of real estate finance and legalities, with at least five years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in real estate acquisition, investment, or related field.
• Proven track record of sourcing and closing real estate deals.
• Strong understanding of real estate valuation, financial modeling, and contract negotiation.
• Excellent networking, communication, and analytical skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the Sandton and broader Gauteng property market.

Responsibilities

• Source and identify potential real estate investment opportunities in Sandton, including off-market deals.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence and financial analysis of potential acquisitions.
• Negotiate purchase agreements and terms with sellers and representatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, brokers, and other sources of investment properties.
• Analyze market data and economic trends to assess viability and profitability of acquisitions.
• Prepare detailed acquisition proposals and reports for senior management.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Networking

Analytical skills

Market knowledge

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and astute Real Estate Acquisition Specialist to identify and secure valuable investment properties in Sandton . This critical role involves sourcing off-market opportunities, conducting thorough due diligence, negotiating purchase agreements, and ensuring that acquisitions align with the company's investment strategy within the lucrative Gauteng market. You will work closely with brokers, property owners, and internal teams to identify properties that offer strong potential for appreciation and return. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of real estate finance and legalities. This is a key role in expanding the company's property portfolio and driving investment growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and identify potential real estate investment opportunities , with a focus on off-market deals in Sandton.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including property inspections, title searches, and financial analysis of potential acquisitions.
• Negotiate purchase agreements and terms with sellers and their representatives to secure favourable acquisitions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, brokers, and other sources of potential investment properties.
• Analyze market data and economic trends to assess the viability and profitability of potential acquisitions within the Gauteng region.
• Prepare detailed acquisition proposals and reports for senior management and investment committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate acquisition , investment, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing and closing real estate deals.
• Strong understanding of real estate valuation, financial modeling, and contract negotiation.
• Excellent networking, communication, and analytical skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the Sandton and broader Gauteng property market.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus a performance-driven bonus structure tied to acquisition success.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and involvement in high-value transactions.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• A highly collaborative environment focused on strategic real estate investment in Gauteng .