Job Description

Join FMS Property Managers - A Leader in Sectional Title Property Management within the Western Cape
Above-Market Salary | Commission on New Buildings | Senior-Level Support Structure
FMS Property Managers is a respected market leader in sectional title and homeowners' association management, currently managing 90+ schemes across the Western Cape. Our success is built on professional excellence, innovation, and a highly structured internal support model that allows our Portfolio Managers to focus on what truly matters - their buildings and their clients.
We are seeking a Senior Portfolio Manager - Sectional Title to join our established, forward-thinking team based in Claremont, Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. This is a senior role designed for an experienced professional who values service quality, consistency, and long-term trustee relationships - while being rewarded for performance and growth.
Why This Role Is Different

• Above-market base salary - we compensate for excellence.
• Commission on new buildings added to your portfolio - earn 20% of the management fee per new scheme, paid over and above your base salary
• Sustainable earning growth - commission remains in place for as long as the building is managed by you and retained by FMS
• Performance-led rewards - allocation and commission are based on clear, fair performance measures, recognising high standards and consistency
• Equitable portfolio allocation - buildings are allocated based on capacity, experience, performance, and location to ensure balance and long-term success
• No dilution of base salary - your base salary remains secure, with commission serving as a true upside for excellence and growth
• Defined, manageable portfolios - quality service over volume.
• Extensive internal support structure that removes operational burden from the Portfolio Manager:

• Dedicated Legal Department
• In-house Maintenance Team
• Centralised Procurement Department
• Specialist Insurance Department
• Dedicated Finance Team
• Fully resourced HR Department

• This structure allows you to manage your portfolio holistically, focus on service delivery, compliance, and strategic oversight - and deliver consistently high standards without being stretched across functions.
• After-hours work is compensated at our standard hourly rate, with a strong emphasis on scheduling meetings during the day or early evenings to support work-life balance
• Modern, centrally located offices opposite Cavendish Square, Claremont.

Key Responsibilities

• Full management of sectional title and homeowners' association portfolios
• Building and maintaining strong, professional relationships with trustees and stakeholders
• Attending trustee meetings and AGMs (70% during office hours)
• Preparing and reviewing AGM and trustee documentation
• Ensuring trustee resolutions and action items are implemented timeously
• Liaising with building managers and contractors for maintenance and capital works
• Managing Body Corporate / HOA staff in conjunction with trustees
• Assisting with budgets and budget variance management alongside the finance team
• Managing Conduct & Management Rules, including CSOS submissions
• Ensuring compliance with the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act and related legislation

Requirements
Qualifications (Advantageous)

• Degree in Property Studies or BCom
• Sectional Title / Homeowners' Association qualification (e.g. Paddocks)

Experience & Knowledge

• Proven experience within as a portfolio manager
• Proven experience managing trustee and AGM processes
• Strong understanding of sectional title legislation and compliance
• Solid financial understanding (budgets, AFS interpretation)
• Previous leadership or senior portfolio experience

Skills & Attributes

• Confident, professional communicator (verbal & written)
• Comfortable chairing meetings and engaging senior stakeholders
• Highly organised, detail-driven, and deadline-focused
• Service-oriented with strong relationship-management skills
• Able to work independently while collaborating within a team
• Technically proficient (email, spreadsheets, property management systems)
• Risk-aware with strong problem-solving ability

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear credit record
• No criminal record
• Own transport
• Written employment/client references required

Additional Benefits of joining us
At Faircape, we value our employees and reward commitment and performance:

• Quarterly performance bonuses - recognising and rewarding consistent excellence
• Long-service leave - acknowledging loyalty and long-term commitment
• On-site barista - complimentary, barista-made coffee available daily
• Subsidised vending machine snacks - convenient refreshments throughout the day
• Discounted internet (ISP) packages - exclusive connectivity benefits for staff
• Thrive Fridays - collaborative, team-based initiatives focused on wellbeing, mental health, and physical vitality, reinforcing Faircape's supportive and inclusive culture
• Fixed flexi-time (06:30-18:30) - promoting balance and flexibility within structured working hours
• Paid parking - secure and convenient access to our offices

Normal working hours are Mondays to Fridays from 08h00 until 17h00 with a 45 minute lunch break. The company allows employees, by approval of the direct manager, to work flexi time between 06h30 and 18h30.
To see more about Faircape and what we have to offer go and look at our informative website
Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful

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