Real Estate Transaction Manager

Real Estate Transaction Manager

Gauteng

South Africa

Who we are

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments and provide an integrated suite of high-quality real estate services to our clients across Africa and the Middle East, including facilities management, advisory & transaction services, project management.

We support predominantly corporate clients who buy services on a contracted basis all across the Middle East and Africa - even globally, depending on their portfolio.

Our client is a rapidly expanding Christian church group with a large and diverse property portfolio across Africa. We are seeking an experienced Head of Real Estate to lead our client’s regional real estate expansion, ensuring the strategic and efficient management of acquisitions, disposals, leases, and overall asset management.

Why choose us

Imagine more than just the future of work; with CBRE Excellerate, you can create it. As part of our global powerhouse, you'll find a culture that fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, where your best work is not just encouraged but celebrated. Collaborate with talented individuals, harness the support of unparalleled resources, and enjoy the journey as you grow both personally and professionally.

About the role

As a key member of the Regional Property Leadership Team, the Senior Real Estate Transaction Manager will lead strategic transaction management across the client's diverse portfolio, covering South Africa, Eswatini, Lesotho, Botswana, Zambia, Malawi, and Madagascar. This senior role involves actively managing and executing transactions that align with the organisation’s growth ambitions.

The above will be achieved through an understanding of how the client’s values may influence and impact real estate decisions, ensuring that our approach effectively supports our client’s unique real estate needs.

What you will bring

• Degree in Real Estate, Facilities Management, Business, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7+ years in the real estate industry, including managerial experience.
• Experience in commercial acquisition, disposition, and lease transactions.
• Registration with the PPRA (Property Practitioner’s Regulatory Authority in South Africa) is required.
• Candidates with a recognised real estate qualification (RICS or similar) will have a distinct advantage.
• Strong ethical standards in decision-making, financial stewardship, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Awareness of risk management within a dynamic real estate environment.
• Expertise in accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a cross-cultural environment.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage a varied workload.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex corporate documents.
• Capacity to handle sensitive and confidential matters effectively.
• Strong report-writing skills, utilizing data-driven insights.
• Ability to deliver persuasive presentations on complex real estate topics.
• Ability to negotiate and influence key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Fluency in English is essential.
• Ability to represent the client in discussions with local authorities.

What you will be doing

Transaction Management

• Oversee a year-on-year program of acquisitions, disposals, subleases, closures, and renewals to optimize property locations.
• Manage project delivery and reporting, ensuring alignment with client requirements, financial stewardship, and strategic goals.

Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate updates of the CBRE CRM Tool, TransAct, with support from the Centre of Excellence team.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with senior stakeholders to align property strategies with church expansion plans.
• Develop and present business cases for property transactions, securing internal approvals.
• Collaborate with Project Management teams for seamless project execution and KPI achievement.

Governance & Risk

• Ensure all transaction management activities comply with organizational standards and procedures.
• Monitor, escalate, and mitigate risks within the organization’s operational risk framework.

Finance

• Develop, manage, and monitor performance against the annual real estate budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for a seasoned real estate professional to contribute to the strategic expansion of a faith-based organization across Africa. If you meet the qualifications and share the vision, we encourage you to apply.