General Manager; Retail Property

General Manager (Retail Property) required in Johannesburg.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Property Management
  • Develop and formalise a strategic plan for each property and provide recommendations to the Portfolio Executive relating to optimisation, re-engineering, streamlining, and risk balancing.
  • Identify opportunities for upgrades, refurbishments, and development initiatives to maximise asset value and performance.
  • Conduct annual risk and exposure assessments and manage current and potential risks.
• Financial & Performance Management
  • Monitor and analyse monthly property performance against approved budgets and industry benchmarks.
  • Control and manage capital expenditure related to refurbishments and property improvements.
  • Ensure sound financial oversight in line with approved financial and accounting principles.
• Leasing, Marketing & Tenant Management
  • Utilise market research and intelligence to support marketing strategies, including target market identification and tenant mix optimisation.
  • Oversee leasing activities, tenant procurement, and space utilisation to enhance property performance.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing tenants and prospective occupiers.
• Operations & Administration
  • Ensure effective administration of property and lease management functions.
    
    Align operational outputs with business objectives and service delivery expectations.
  • Oversee retail centre operations, including maintenance, facilities management, and health and safety compliance.
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management
  • Manage tenant accounts and ensure effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Resolve operational, financial, and tenant-related issues efficiently and professionally.
• People Management
  • Manage and lead property management teams and service providers.
  • Assess staff functions, conduct regular performance reviews, and ensure effective supervision and development of all direct and indirect reports.

Role Requirements:

Qualifications &

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience within the property sector.
• Commerce or Property-related qualification.
  
  Strong general property administration experience.
• Sound knowledge of commercial and property law.
• General accounting and financial management knowledge.
• Experience in operations and facilities management.
• Sector-specific experience in retail, commercial, or industrial property management.

Skills &

Competencies:

• Strong leadership and people management capability.
• Strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex operations across multiple functional areas.
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on growth and profitability.