Job Description

The VP Operations will lead and oversee the development, marketing, and sales of serviced land, residential and commercial property in a dynamic mixed-use estate. This role also includes setting up viable commercial ventures and oversight of existing commercial ventures within the estate to enhance its economic sustainability, vibrancy, and long-term value.
Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Completed Matric
• Any relevant tertiary qualifications
• Minimum 10 years of experience of operations, sales, and commercial leasing, preferably in mixed-use estates.
• Proven track record of driving property sales and successfully launching and operating commercial businesses.
• Passion for Golf and a competent player

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Expertise in property sales and marketing and real estate development
• Strategic thinking and commercial acumen
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in understanding financial modelling and budgeting
• Deep understanding of land use planning and business licensing

Key Responsibilities:
Real Estate Development

• Coordination of Development team with Sales and Marketing

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 the development of marketing campaigns, show homes, and promotional events.
• Manage relationships with agents, brokers, institutional buyers, and individual investors.
• Direct and 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.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure alignment with operational capabilities and guest experience.

Hospitality

• Identify new hospitality opportunities within Estate.
• Manage and co-ordinate existing hospitality offerings

Commercial Business

• Assist to identify commercial opportunities and business types suited for the estate
• Assist the Retail Manager to attract and negotiate with prospective operators, franchisees, and anchor tenants.
• Develop frameworks for business licensing, space leasing, and operational agreements.
• Oversee fit-out coordination and business launch timelines.
• Ongoing oversight on all operational businesss once set-up

Golf Operations:

• Supervise golf course operations, including maintenance, staffing, member services, tournaments, and retail operations.
• Ensure that golf facilities meet the highest standards of service, safety, and aesthetics.
• Innovate and implement programs to drive membership, player engagement, and ancillary revenue.

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Analyse development budgets, cash flow forecasts, and ROI analyses.
• Drive sales revenue, commercial leasing income, and value-add opportunities.
• Provide regular reports to the board on development progress, sales performance, and commercial activities.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead multidisciplinary teams including development, sales, legal, marketing, and operations.
• Foster strong collaboration between internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Engage with residents, investors, government agencies, and community groups.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Monitor and mitigate development, financial, legal, and reputational risks.
• Ensure all estate projects and commercial activities comply with relevant laws, environmental regulations, and planning guidelines

Please apply if you meet the minimum key requirements for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application that your application was unsuccessful.