Portfolio Manager – Retail

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

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The Portfolio Manager will be accountable for the strategic and operational management of a diversified portfolio of retail and commercial property assets. The role requires a balance of financial acumen, asset management expertise, and stakeholder engagement to deliver sustainable income growth and long-term value creation in line with the Fund's investment objectives.
Portfolio & Asset Performance

  • Lead the strategic oversight of a portfolio comprising retail and commercial properties, ensuring alignment with the Fund's investment strategy.
  • Develop and execute asset plans to drive value creation, enhance income performance, and mitigate risk.
  • Undertake regular performance reviews including analysis of occupancy, income streams, capital expenditure, and market benchmarking.
  • Identify and implement opportunities for repositioning, redevelopment, and value-add initiatives.
Leasing & Tenant Management
  • Direct lease negotiations, renewals, and rent reviews to optimize rental returns and tenant mix.
  • Maintain strong tenant relationships to promote high occupancy levels and sustainable income.
  • Monitor tenant performance, compliance with lease obligations, and manage disputes where required.
Financial & Risk Management
  • Prepare, manage, and report on asset-level budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
  • Monitor rental arrears, service charge recoveries, and cost efficiency to safeguard income streams.
  • Support acquisition and divestment initiatives through due diligence, underwriting, and financial modelling.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, regulatory frameworks, and corporate governance standards.
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Liaise with external advisors, property managers, valuers, and contractors to ensure best-in-class service delivery.
  • Partner with internal teams including Finance, Legal, and Development to deliver portfolio strategies.
  • Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior management, investment committees, and external stakeholders.
Requirements
  • Tertiary qualifications in Real Estate, Property, Finance, or a related discipline. A Chartered Accountant (CA) is highly preferred.
  • Professional accreditation (e.g., RICS, API, CPM) strongly preferred.
  • Significant experience in retail and commercial property portfolio management, ideally within an institutional or fund environment.
  • Strong financial and analytical skills, including experience with financial modelling, forecasting, and valuation methodologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across tenants, investors, and service providers.
  • In-depth knowledge of property markets, leasing structures, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Proven track record in driving asset performance and delivering strategic outcomes.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1547402
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned