Property Acquisition Specialist

Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Source, identify, and secure development sites, including greenfield and brownfield opportunities.
  • Conduct land use research, zoning checks, planning feasibility, and due diligence for new acquisitions.
  • Work closely with town planners, architects, municipal officials, and property brokers to evaluate development potential.
  • Perform feasibility studies, bulk calculations, infrastructure and services availability assessments.
  • Prepare acquisition proposals, motivation reports, and investment papers for approval.
  • Negotiate purchase agreements, conditions precedent, and terms with landowners, agents, and developers.
  • Oversee the property acquisition process end-to-end, from site sourcing to final contract signature.
  • Maintain a pipeline of acquisition opportunities and update management on progress, risks, and timelines.
  • Ensure compliance with municipal bylaws, SPLUMA, land use schemes, and other statutory requirements.
  • Build strong networks within the property development, real estate, and town-planning sectors.
Skills & Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of zoning, SPLUMA, SG diagrams, servitudes, and municipal planning processes.
  • Ability to interpret development rights, land use schemes, and spatial development frameworks (SDFs).
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and report-writing skills.
  • Experience dealing with municipal planning departments, property brokers, and external consultants.
  • Strong commercial understanding of property development feasibility and acquisition strategy.
  • Ability to travel for site visits and manage multiple projects.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Degree in Town Planning, Property Studies, Real Estate, Urban Development, or similar.
  • SACPLAN Registration (Candidate/Professional Planner) highly advantageous.
  • 3-7 years' experience in property acquisition, town planning, development management, or real estate development.
  • Experience in residential, commercial, mixed-use, or industrial development.
  • Proven track record in site sourcing, development feasibility, and negotiating property deals.
  • Valid driver's licence.
What We Offer
  • Opportunity to join a progressive, growing property development company.
  • Exposure to high-value residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects.
  • Competitive salary package and career growth opportunities.
Apply Now If you are a results-driven professional with expertise in property acquisitions, town planning, and development feasibility, we would love to hear from you.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1623535
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned