Job Description

A well-established property management company in Cape Town is seeking a proactive Commercial Property Manager to join their team. The role involves managing a portfolio of commercial properties with a focus on financial performance, tenant relations, maintenance, compliance, and debt recovery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in all aspects of commercial property management.
Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience in commercial property management or related field, including financial, legal, and operational duties.
• Strong knowledge of rent collection, debt recovery, budgeting, and reporting.
• Experience coordinating maintenance and contractors, ensuring property compliance and upkeep.
• Familiarity with lease agreements, property legislation, and risk management.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional, discreet, and effective in tenant and stakeholder communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management software.
• Matric (Grade 12); further qualifications in business or property management advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for tenants, addressing inquiries, lease issues, maintenance requests, and general communication.
• Maintain detailed, up-to-date records of tenants and properties, including lease agreements, contact information, payment histories, arrears, and occupancy data.
• Prepare and present regular reports to management/owners, covering financial performance, rent collection, vacancies, maintenance, and compliance metrics.
• Oversee full financial operations for properties, including budgeting, forecasting, expense management, and monitoring income vs. expenditure.
• Ensure timely rent collection, monitor arrears, implement debt recovery procedures, and liaise with legal advisors when necessary.
• Organize, coordinate, and supervise property inspections, repairs, preventative maintenance, and contractor/service provider performance.
• Facilitate leasing processes, including tenant applications, onboarding, renewals, and marketing of vacant units to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all property management activities comply with relevant legislation, lease agreements, and internal policies, including health & safety and environmental requirements.
• Draft, review, and manage all documentation and correspondence, including legal notices, lease renewals, disciplinary actions, and dispute resolutions.
• Administer contracts for utilities, services, and insurance, ensuring compliance and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure smooth property management and reporting.
• Perform additional duties as required to support management objectives and operational excellence.

To apply, please send your CV to
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.
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