Property Manager

Recruiter

Swift Human Resources

Job Ref

CEN001324/LK

Date posted

Monday, June 8, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

Monthly

SUMMARY

The Property Portfolio Manager acts as the commercial custodian for a highly diversified, multi-asset property portfolio located in and around the Greater Gauteng area. The primary objective of this role is to take absolute ownership of the portfolio’s financial performance (with a strict focus on maximizing Net Operating Income), drive tenant retention strategies across varying asset classes, and ensure rigorous operational and statutory compliance. The successful candidate will achieve this by strategically directing their direct reports and effectively leveraging shared support services (Facilities Management and Finance) to deliver a world-class environment for our tenants and optimal yields for the business.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education & Professional Memberships

• Bachelor’s Degree in Property Studies, Real Estate, Finance, or Business Management.

Experience

• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a Commercial Property Portfolio Management or similar role.
• Crucial: Proven experience managing a diverse, multi-sector portfolio.
• Demonstrated experience holding bottom-line accountability for NOI and financial reporting.
• Experience in matrix management (collaborating with and directing shared services/facilities teams).
• Concluding lease renewals from start to end.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of commercial property law, lease agreements, property management principles.
• Eye for detail and constantly thinking about the tenant experience (customer satisfaction mindset).
• Understanding of facilities management and management of same.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret income statements, manage budgets, and calculate yields.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• High EQ with the ability to adapt communication styles across a diverse tenant base (from corporate CEOs to small
• business owners).
• Proficiency in MDA, MRI, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Microsoft CoPilot
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable own transport.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial & Commercial Management (NOI Optimization)
• Tenant Retention & Relationship Management
• Leasing & Marketing
• Operational & Facilities Oversight (Matrix Management)
• Leadership & People Management

POSITION INFO

Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.