Portfolio Manager – Retail

Ability Executive Recruitment | Full time

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 06/10/2025

The Portfolio Manager will be accountable forthe strategic and operational management of a diversified portfolio of retailand commercial property assets. The role requires a balance of financialacumen, asset management expertise, and stakeholder engagement to deliver sustainable income growth and long-term value creation in line with the Fund’sinvestment objectives.

• Leadthe strategic oversight of a portfolio comprising retail and commercial properties, ensuring alignment with the Fund’s investment strategy.
• Develop and execute asset plans to drive value creation, enhance incomeperformance, and mitigate risk.
• Undertake regular performance reviews including analysis of occupancy, income streams, capital expenditure, and market benchmarking.
• Identify and implement opportunities for repositioning, redevelopment, andvalue-add initiatives.

Leasing & Tenant Management

• Directlease negotiations, renewals, and rent reviews to optimize rental returns and tenant mix.
• Maintain strong tenant relationships to promote high occupancy levels and sustainable income.
• Monitortenant performance, compliance with lease obligations, and manage disputeswhere required.

Financial & Risk Management

• Prepare,manage, and report on asset-level budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Monitor rental arrears, service charge recoveries, and cost efficiency tosafeguard income streams.
• Supportacquisition and divestment initiatives through due diligence,underwriting, and financial modelling.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, regulatory frameworks, and corporate governance standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with external advisors, property managers, valuers, and contractors toensure best-in-class service delivery.
• Partner with internal teams including Finance, Legal, and Development to deliverportfolio strategies.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior management, investment committees, and external stakeholders.

• Tertiaryqualifications in Real Estate, Property, Finance, or a related discipline.
  
  A Chartered Accountant (CA) is highly preferred.
• Professionalaccreditation (e.g., RICS, API, CPM) strongly preferred.
• Significant experience in retail and commercial property portfolio management, ideallywithin an institutional or fund environment.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including experience with financial modelling,forecasting, and valuation methodologies.
• Demonstratedability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across tenants,investors, and service providers.
• In-depth knowledge of property markets, leasing structures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record in driving asset performance and delivering strategicoutcomes.