Property and Leasing Head

About the position

Our retail client based in Durban is looking for a seasoned Property & Leasing Manager, reporting to the BU MD, to manage their existing property portfolio, source new properties, and manage new store rollouts. 

Your Business related degree plus minimum of 5 years of related experience are the qualifiers to join a team of like-minded management professionals in a culturally positive and staff-centric environment.
Purpose

• As ever growing and expanding Retail brands, the Property Head plays a pivotal role in sourcing, securing, fitting and managing all aspects relating to property and leases.
• Retail comprises two companies covering 3 brands that operate across the country serviced from Head Office in KZN.
• Ensuring that stores are opened on time and of a standard becoming of up-and-coming Retail brands.

Key Performance Areas (including but not limited to):

• Experience engaging with landlords, from single property owners to listed landlords.
• Experience in reviewing leases and understanding of terms, conditions and clauses.
• Sourcing new store positions around the country through establishment of a network of
• landlords and property specialists.
• Negotiating with landlords of current and potential new properties.
• Experience managing teams, in person and remotely.
• Manage the shop fitting teams and installation of store fittings.
• Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritize.
• Procurement of supplies in the establishment of Retail Shop stores.
• Basic knowledge of relevant financial and company legislation.
• Good knowledge of business internal controls and systems.
• Good knowledge of corporate governance principles and policies.
• Good knowledge of relevant policies and procedures.
• Good understanding of core business principles.
• Understanding of the Retail environment is beneficial.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Business or commerce related degree or diploma
• At least 5 years’ experience in Property and/or Lease Management
• Some experience or understanding of Retail Shop fitting processes.
• Understanding of property law.

Key Competencies:

• Strong negotiating skills
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Good management skills.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Good knowledge of statutory legislation and regulations
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of self-motivation and determination
• Well organized and structured
• Deadline Driven

Desired Skills:

• Property Management
• Leasing Management
• Shop Fitting Management
• Project Management
• Property Manager
• Lease Management

Employer & Job Benefits:

• 13th Cheque + Incentives