Senior Manager – Direct Property Investments

(Executive-Level | Property Portfolio Management | Investment Strategy)

A leading institutional investment organisation, managing one of the largest and most diverse asset portfolios on the African continent, is seeking an accomplished property investment professional to lead its Direct Investments (Properties) function. The institution is recognised for its sophisticated investment governance, long-term client mandates and its commitment to responsible asset management.

This opportunity requires a strategic and commercially astute leader with deep experience in property investment, asset management and portfolio optimisation.

Purpose of the Role

To provide executive oversight of a large, complex property investment portfolio – including direct property assets and related investment vehicles. The role combines strategic portfolio leadership, value creation through acquisitions, disposals and development, and accountability for performance reporting to governance structures.

Minimum Requirements (Strictly Applied)

• Honours Degree in Finance, Investment Management, Real Estate, or equivalent (NQF 8)

• FAIS RE5, or willingness to obtain within 6 months

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Property Investment sector

• At least 5 years must be at Senior Management level with direct leadership responsibility

• Proven exposure to Property Asset Management, Property Law, Development, Public Sector Real Estate, Acquisitions & Disposals, and property performance measurement

• Postgraduate studies such as MSc, MCom, MBA in Real Estate are advantageous

Key Responsibilities

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