Job Position: Property Leasing Manager Ref: 4615 Location: PE / Gqeberha Salary: R40 000 to R60 000 per month commensurate with qualification and experience Email your CV to recruitonlinepersonnel.co.za Qualifications / Requirements: • Bachelor's degree or relevant • Minimum of 5 years' experience in lease negotiations with high-level Landlords in South Africa • Sound knowledge of leasing and lease agreements • Legal knowledge: Understanding the South African property laws and regulations is crucial for drafting and negotiating lease agreements • Market awareness: Stay updated on the local real estate market trends, property values, and rental rates to make informed leasing decisions • Negotiation skills: Strong negotiation skills are essential for securing favourable lease terms and resolving disputes between Landlords and Tenants • Customer service: Building and maintaining positive relationships with Landlords, Tenants, and other stakeholders is vital for successful leasing management • Financial acumen: Managing budgets, rental payments, and financial records require a good understanding of accounting principles and financial management • Marketing skills: Effectively market vacant properties through various channels to attract potential tenants and minimize vacancy periods • Communication skills: Clear and concise communication is key when dealing with various stakeholders, including property owners, tenants, and maintenance teams • Problem-solving: Being able to address and resolve issues such as property maintenance, Tenant complaints, and legal matters efficiently is crucial • Technology proficiency: Familiarity with property management software and other relevant technology tools for efficient record-keeping and analysis • Networking: Building a network with real estate professionals, local businesses, and community organizations can help in sourcing potential tenants and staying informed about industry trends Key Performance Areas: • Responsible for all leasing functions, including reviewing and negotiating lease transactions and agreements • Liaise with Tenants in respect of negotiations and leasing concerns • Prepare and update leasing schedules • Contact Landlords 3 months in advance of lease renewals to receive renewal offers from Landlords to commence negotiations • Gather operational statistics on centre and shop performance, to effectively establish reasonable offers that will ensure sustainability on behalf of the franchisee • Follow up with Landlords and franchisees on concerns, administrative requirements, documentation, and final agreements • Reassess whether relocation options are necessary for franchisees, to ensure higher visibility, improved shop allocations inside or outside the malls, and flag where necessary underperforming malls / sites • Consistently scout for new sites, and negotiate the relevant deals associated to potential new stores or relocation of existing stores • Ensure board approvals on leasing decisions from Landlords and Franchisor on behalf of Franchisees • Ensure the relevant offer to lease, or addendum to lease agreements are obtained from Landlords • Review lease agreements and suggest changes in favour of the franchisee to ensure cost effectiveness, favourable terms and negotiate the relevant changes • Liaise with Legal division on the lease agreements and ensure sign-off on agreements from the legal division • Review lease agreements for final approval • Responsible for the productivity and budgetary performance of the leasing operations department • Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and profitability of the department • Monitor leasing trends of competitors in the marketplace, to ensure best positioned for the future • Extensive knowledge of leasing department processes and procedures • Report on current deals, progress or status of deals, terms, updates, and approvals • Produce quarterly cost saving reports to central finance for review and collaboration Qualifications / Requirements: • Bachelor's degree or relevant • Minimum of 5 years' experience in lease negotiations with high-level Landlords in South Africa • Sound knowledge of leasing and lease agreements • Legal knowledge: Understanding the South African property laws and regulations is crucial for drafting and negotiating lease agreements • Market awareness: Stay updated on the local real estate market trends, property values, and rental rates to make informed leasing decisions • Negotiation skills: Strong negotiation skills are essential for securing favourable lease terms and resolving disputes between Landlords and Tenants • Customer service: Building and maintaining positive relationships with Landlords, Tenants, and other stakeholders is vital for successful leasing management • Financial acumen: Managing budgets, rental payments, and financial records require a good understanding of accounting principles and financial management • Marketing skills: Effectively market vacant properties through various channels to attract potential tenants and minimize vacancy periods • Communication skills: Clear and concise communication is key when dealing with various stakeholders, including property owners, tenants, and maintenance teams • Problem-solving: Being able to address and resolve issues such as property maintenance, Tenant complaints, and legal matters efficiently is crucial • Technology proficiency: Familiarity with property management software and other relevant technology tools for efficient record-keeping and analysis • Networking: Building a network with real estate professionals, local businesses, and community organizations can help in sourcing potential tenants and staying informed about industry trends Key Performance Areas: • Responsible for all leasing functions, including reviewing and negotiating lease transactions and agreements • Liaise with Tenants in respect of negotiations and leasing concerns • Prepare and update leasing schedules • Contact Landlords 3 months in advance of lease renewals to receive renewal offers from Landlords to commence negotiations • Gather operational statistics on centre and shop performance, to effectively establish reasonable offers that will ensure sustainability on behalf of the franchisee • Follow up with Landlords and franchisees on concerns, administrative requirements, documentation, and final agreements • Reassess whether relocation options are necessary for franchisees, to ensure higher visibility, improved shop allocations inside or outside the malls, and flag where necessary underperforming malls / sites • Consistently scout for new sites, and negotiate the relevant deals associated to potential new stores or relocation of existing stores • Ensure board approvals on leasing decisions from Landlords and Franchisor on behalf of Franchisees • Ensure the relevant offer to lease, or addendum to lease agreements are obtained from Landlords • Review lease agreements and suggest changes in favour of the franchisee to ensure cost effectiveness, favourable terms and negotiate the relevant changes • Liaise with Legal division on the lease agreements and ensure sign-off on agreements from the legal division • Review lease agreements for final approval • Responsible for the productivity and budgetary performance of the leasing operations department • Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and profitability of the department • Monitor leasing trends of competitors in the marketplace, to ensure best positioned for the future • Extensive knowledge of leasing department processes and procedures • Report on current deals, progress or status of deals, terms, updates, and approvals • Produce quarterly cost saving reports to central finance for review and collaboration R40 000 to R60 000 per month commensurate with qualification and experience
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