Regional Manager

Flair TM; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Flair TM in Cape Town is seeking an experienced leader to manage a significant commercial property portfolio across the Western Cape. This role involves oversight of various properties, ensuring operational excellence and strong client relationships while contributing to business growth strategies.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in senior property management roles, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership capabilities within commercial and mixed-use sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years' senior commercial property management experience.
• Proven experience managing commercial, retail, industrial, and mixed-use property portfolios.
• Strong operational and strategic leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing large property management teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational management of commercial properties.
• Drive continuous improvement across regional operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Manage operational budgets and financial reporting.

Skills

Regional Property Management

Commercial Property Management

Retail Property Management

Industrial Property Management

Mixed-Use Property Management

Financial Management

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Property Studies, Real Estate, Business Management, or related discipline

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Regional Operations

• Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and contribute to regional and business strategy
• Lead the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a large Western Cape property portfolio
• Drive operational excellence across commercial, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties
• Lead, mentor, and develop Portfolio Managers and multidisciplinary property management teams
• Promote a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, governance, and service excellence
• Drive continuous improvement across all regional operations

Commercial Property & Portfolio Management

• Oversee the operational management of multiple commercial buildings, shopping centres, industrial properties, and mixed‑use developments
• Ensure exceptional property management standards across the regional portfolio
• Monitor property performance, occupancy levels, tenant retention, and leasing performance
• Provide strategic oversight on complex property management matters
• Resolve escalated operational and client issues while maintaining exceptional service delivery

Financial Management & Portfolio Performance

• Take full accountability for regional profitability and financial performance
• Manage operational budgets, financial reporting, forecasting, and cost control
• Monitor revenue, expenditure, vacancies, arrears, leasing performance, and portfolio profitability
• Review management accounts and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
• Deliver regional financial targets and business performance objectives

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, institutional investors, trustees, developers, and asset managers
• Act as the senior point of contact for key clients
• Lead executive client meetings and portfolio reviews
• Deliver exceptional client service while improving tenant satisfaction and client retention
• Strengthen long‑term strategic partnerships across the property sector

Business Development & Portfolio Growth

• Identify opportunities to increase assets under management
• Drive business development initiatives across the Western Cape
• Develop relationships with commercial property owners, developers, REITs, and institutional investors
• Participate in client presentations, tenders, and business proposals
• Contribute to regional growth strategies and expand market share

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop Portfolio Managers and regional property professionals
• Build high‑performing teams through coaching and succession planning
• Drive employee engagement and professional development
• Ensure compliance with company policies, governance standards, and industry best practice

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Property Studies, Real Estate, Business Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 8‑10 years' senior commercial property management experience
• Proven experience managing commercial, retail, industrial, and mixed‑use property portfolios
• Experience managing multiple buildings and multi‑site property portfolios
• Strong operational and strategic leadership experience
• Proven experience managing large property management teams
• Extensive client relationship management experience
• Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and portfolio reporting experience
• Experience managing leasing performance, vacancies, arrears, and portfolio profitability
• Proven business development and portfolio growth experience
• Excellent commercial negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Valid Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC)
• PPRA Registration advantageous

Key Skills

• Regional Property Management
• Commercial Property Management
• Retail Property Management
• Industrial Property Management
• Mixed‑Use Property Management
• Property Portfolio Management
• Property Operations
• Operations Management
• Strategic Leadership
• Executive Leadership
• Financial Management
• Budget Management
• Portfolio Performance
• Client Relationship Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Business Development
• Asset Management
• Leasing Strategy
• Team Leadership
• Commercial Negotiation

Why Join?

• Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Board
• Lead a significant commercial property portfolio across the Western Cape
• Manage commercial, retail, industrial, and mixed‑use assets
• Work with institutional investors, developers, landlords, and executive stakeholders
• Lead experienced Portfolio Managers and multidisciplinary property teams
• Drive business development and strategic portfolio growth
• Influence operational strategy and organisational performance
• Join a respected leader in South Africa's commercial property management sector with excellent long‑term career opportunities

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa