Retail Shopping Centre Property Manager

The Focus Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm in Cape Town is seeking a Retail Shopping Centre Property Manager to oversee various buildings' operations. The role involves managing tenant relationships, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and contributing to budgeting and expense control. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 – 7 years of experience in property management and a relevant tertiary qualification. Strong skills in lease negotiation and budget management are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 qualification is essential.
• A tertiary qualification related to business property management is preferred.
• Must hold a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate and comply with regulatory education requirements.
• At least 5 to 7 years of experience in retail shopping centre management.

Responsibilities

• Manage vacancy list and marketing plans to secure income streams.
• Supervise service contracts, inspections, and maintenance.
• Contribute to budgeting and manage income and expenses effectively.
• Facilitate communication between tenants and clients, addressing issues promptly.

Skills

Property Management Skills

Tenant Relations

Budget Management

Lease Negotiation

Education

Grade 12

Business Property-related qualification

Valid Fidelity Fund Certificate

Job description

As a Retail Shopping Centre Property Manager, you will oversee a range of buildings, ensuring their optimal performance across key areas including establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with tenants, manage and control personnel, service contractors, repairs, revamps, tenant installations, inspections and general building administration. To contribute towards the development and training of staff within the company.

Education and Requirements (non-negotiable)

• Minimum Grade 12.
• A business property-related tertiary qualification is preferred.
• Valid Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC), as well as compliance in terms of the education requirements with the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA).
• At least 5 – 7 years of Retail Shopping Centre experience in property/centre management industry.

Responsibilities:

• Marketing of Space & Renewals (30%): Manage the vacancy list and marketing plan, handle lease negotiations, and secure sustainable income streams. Ensure accurate contract administration and timely tenant installations. Monitor and address outstanding renewals.
• Property Management (10%): Supervise service contracts, inspections, tenant installations, and maintenance. Ensure compliance with OHS Act and other statutory requirements, manage recordkeeping, and prepare management reports.
• Budgeting & Expense Control (40%): Contribute to budgeting, manage income and expenses, oversee energy management, and monitor expenses. Evaluate income, manage outstanding rent-rolls, and handle legal cases.
• Liaison (20%): Facilitate communication between tenants, clients, brokers, and the public. Address tenant issues, provide feedback to external clients, and assist brokers with queries and deals.