Remote Real Estate Acquisition Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Highly competitive salary with commisS

Career growth and development

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Access to advanced deal sourcing tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Real Estate Acquisition Specialist to identify and secure investment opportunities across South Africa. You will source deals, perform initial due diligence, and negotiate terms in a fully remote environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 4 years of acquisitions experience. You will build relationships with owners and brokers while collaborating with internal teams to close transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of real estate acquisitions, brokerage, or investment analysis.
• Proven track record of closing real estate deals.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African real estate market and investment principles.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet aggressive targets in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in CRM software and relevant real estate data platforms.
• Self-starter with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for property visits if required.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source potential real estate investment opportunities through various channels.
• Conduct preliminary financial analysis and feasibility studies for prospective acquisitions.
• Perform initial due diligence, including market research, property analysis, and risk assessment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, brokers, and other market participants.
• Prepare investment proposals and present opportunities to the acquisition team.
• Negotiate purchase agreements and other transaction-related documents.
• Collaborate with internal legal and finance teams to facilitate transaction closings.
• Stay informed about market trends, property values, and investment strategies across South Africa.
• Manage a pipeline of potential deals and track progress effectively.
• Contribute to the development of acquisition strategies and criteria.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

CRM software

Real estate data platforms

Independent work

Education

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

Tools

CRM software

Real estate data platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking real estate investment company, is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Remote Real Estate Acquisition Specialist to identify and secure lucrative investment opportunities nationwide. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in sourcing potential properties, conducting initial due diligence, and negotiating acquisition terms. You will leverage your strong understanding of the real estate market, financial analysis skills, and networking capabilities to build a robust pipeline of potential investments. This role demands a proactive individual who can thrive in an independent, remote work environment and contribute significantly to the company's expansion strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source potential real estate investment opportunities through various channels (e.g., brokers, online platforms, direct outreach).
• Conduct preliminary financial analysis and feasibility studies for prospective acquisitions.
• Perform initial due diligence, including market research, property analysis, and risk assessment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, brokers, and other market participants.
• Prepare investment proposals and present opportunities to the acquisition team.
• Negotiate purchase agreements and other transaction-related documents.
• Collaborate with internal legal and finance teams to facilitate transaction closings.
• Stay informed about market trends, property values, and investment strategies across South Africa.
• Manage a pipeline of potential deals and track progress effectively.
• Contribute to the development of acquisition strategies and criteria.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, brokerage, or investment analysis.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and closing real estate deals.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African real estate market and investment principles.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet aggressive targets in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in CRM software and relevant real estate data platforms.
• Self-starter with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for property visits if required.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Highly competitive salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure based on acquisitions.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Be part of an innovative and expanding investment firm.
• Access to advanced deal sourcing and analysis tools.