Senior Real Estate Acquisition Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonus

Remote-first

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Real Estate Acquisition Manager to drive property acquisition strategies across markets with a remote-first approach. You will lead the end-to-end acquisition process, from sourcing and due diligence to negotiation and closing, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to maximize investment returns.

This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in real estate transactions and the ability to manage a remote team

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in real estate acquisitions, development, or investment management.
• Proven ability to source, negotiate, and close complex real estate transactions.
• Strong financial acumen with expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence processes.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate acquisition opportunities aligned with investment criteria.
• Perform due diligence, including financial analysis, market research, and legal review.
• Negotiate acquisition terms and agreements for favorable outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with sellers, brokers, developers, and other industry contacts.
• Coordinate with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure timely closing.
• Present detailed investment proposals and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Real estate acquisitions

Financial modeling

Negotiation

Remote team management

Strategic thinking

Deal sourcing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Real Estate Acquisition Manager to drive property acquisition strategies across diverse markets, with a focus on opportunities that can be managed remotely. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to identify, evaluate, and secure high-potential real estate assets. You will be responsible for leading the acquisition process from deal sourcing and due diligence to negotiation and closing, working with internal teams and external partners to maximize investment returns. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a critical, remote-first role within a growing organization, shaping its future growth and investment portfolio from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate potential real estate acquisition opportunities that align with the company's investment criteria.


• Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including financial analysis, market research, and legal review.


• Negotiate acquisition terms and agreements, ensuring favorable outcomes for the company.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with sellers, brokers, developers, and other key industry contacts.


• Manage the entire acquisition process, coordinating with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure timely closing.


• Prepare detailed investment proposals and present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in real estate acquisitions, development, or investment management.


• Demonstrated success in sourcing, negotiating, and closing complex real estate transactions.


• Strong financial acumen, with expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence processes.


• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.


• Proven ability to work independently and manage a remote team effectively.


• Experience with various real estate asset classes (e.g., commercial, residential, industrial).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and a generous, performance-based bonus structure.


• Opportunity to lead significant acquisition initiatives within a growing company.


• Flexible and remote-first work environment, offering excellent work-life balance.


• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.


• Professional development support and opportunities for continued learning.