Vp Operations

The Hr Company; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development company is seeking a seasoned professional to drive their sales, marketing, and operational strategies across various business functions. Your role will include overseeing property sales, hospitality opportunities, and commercial operations, while leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position requires extensive experience in property sales, financial planning, and stakeholder management, offering a unique opportunity to impact the development and growth of the estate.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in operations, sales, and leasing in mixed-use developments.
• Proven success in property sales and commercial business operations.
• Proficient golfer.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sales and marketing teams to develop strategies.
• Supervise golf course operations and manage hospitality offerings.
• Analyze development budgets and provide progress reports.

Skills

Leadership

Property sales and marketing expertise

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Financial understanding

Land use planning

Licensing

Education

Business or related tertiary qualification

Job description

Real Estate Development

Coordination of Development Team

Coordinate with Sales and Marketing teams.

Property Sales & Marketing

Develop and execute sales strategies for residential, commercial, and serviced plots or units. Oversee pricing models, sales targets, customer journey, and post-sale service. Lead marketing campaigns, show homes, and promotional events. Manage relationships with agents, brokers, institutional buyers, and individual investors. Support sales and marketing strategies to drive customer acquisition, brand positioning, and revenue growth. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences to optimize marketing efforts.

Collaboration with Marketing

Work with the marketing team to ensure alignment with operational capabilities and guest experience.

Hospitality

Identify new hospitality opportunities within the estate. Manage and coordinate existing hospitality offerings.

Commercial Business

Identify commercial opportunities and suitable business types for the estate. Assist the Retail Manager in attracting and negotiating with prospective operators, franchisees, and anchor tenants. Develop frameworks for business licensing, space leasing, and operational oversight. Coordinate fit-out and business launch timelines. Oversee ongoing operational management.

Golf Operations

Supervise golf course operations, including maintenance, staffing, member services, tournaments, and retail. Ensure high standards of service, safety, and aesthetics. Implement programs to increase membership, engagement, and revenue.

Financial Planning & Reporting

Analyze development budgets, cash flow, and ROI. Drive sales revenue, leasing income, and value-add opportunities. Provide regular progress reports to the board.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Lead multidisciplinary teams across development, sales, legal, and marketing. Foster collaboration internally and externally. Engage with residents, investors, government agencies, and the community.

Risk Management & Compliance

Monitor and mitigate risks related to development, finance, legal, and reputation. Ensure compliance with laws, environmental regulations, and planning guidelines.

Qualifications & Experience

Business or related tertiary qualification preferred. 10+ years in operations, sales, and leasing, especially in mixed-use developments. Proven success in property sales and commercial business operations. Proficient golfer.

Key Skills & Competencies

Leadership, property sales and marketing expertise, strategic thinking, negotiation, stakeholder engagement, financial understanding, land use planning, and licensing.

Performance Indicators

Timely project milestones, sales volume and revenue, business setup success, tenant satisfaction, estate value appreciation, and ROI.