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• Admitted conveyancer and attorney with 1 - 3 years’ post admission experience specifically within a commercial property and conveyancing practice (admission as a notary highly advantageous)
• Experience in commercial property transactions and due diligences, conveyancing matters, commercial and residential

PURPOSE OF JOB

To take responsibility for the efficient daily operations and the financial reporting of the assigned
property portfolio to increase property value and satisfy tenant requirements.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Centre Management

• Monitor market trends and activities
• Develop a comprehensive five-year maintenance strategy
• Research and propose refurbishment initiatives
• Oversee project execution with hands-on management
• Conduct annual building status assessments and uphold quality standards

Reporting

• Delivers accurate and timely reports in the agreed format
• Conducts monthly analysis of income and expenses
• Tracks and monitors turnover rentals
• Performs quarterly operating cost analysis against approved forecasts
• Oversees monthly municipal and general recoveries

Planning & Budgeting

• Annual Budget Preparation & Completion - Develops and finalizes budgets on a yearly basis.
• Quarterly Rental Reviews - Conducts regular assessments of rental rates to ensure optimal
• pricing and profitability.
• Business Plan Development - Supports the creation and refinement of strategic business plans
• for the Centre(s).
• Performance Monitoring - Performs quarterly reviews to track results and ensure financial
• targets are met.

Quarterly Expenditure / Audits

• Defines and Drives Capex/TI Strategy - Establishes and communicates the Capex and TI
• philosophy for each building, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Approves TI Standards - Reviews and approves Tenant Improvement specifications as
• recommended by the Project Manager.
• Capex Authorization - Approves Capital Expenditures within delegated authority levels.
• Policy Compliance - Ensures adherence to Capex policies, procedures, and financial
• guidelines.
• Operating Cost Forecasting - Estimates new operating costs associated with Capex and TI
• projects.
• Cost Recovery - Guarantees the recovery of operating costs in line with Lease agreements.
• Debtors & Creditors Management
• Collaborate with Debtors and Leasing teams to evaluate accounts, decide on corrective
• measures, and approve required actions.
• Lead Credit Control efforts-tracking arrears, managing legal escalations, and processing
• write-offs.

Customer Liaison

• New Tenants
• Lease negotiations
• Maintenance of tenant relationships

Tenant Management

• Tenant Relations & Communication - Manages correspondence and interactions with
• tenants as needed, ensuring prompt and professional responses.
• Lease Management & Occupancy - Oversees timely lease renewals and maximizes
• occupancy by leasing vacant spaces, ensuring they are maintained in a presentable
• condition.
• Tenant Mix Optimization - Strategically curates and manages tenant mix to enhance
• property appeal and performance.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Builds and maintains strong relationships with tenants, the public,
• and external organizations through networking and collaboration.

New Tenants

• Determines and Recommends Leasing Policies.
• Evaluates and advises on leasing mandates to optimize property occupancy and returns.
• Lease Negotiation & Tenant Relations
• Manages lease agreements and fosters strong tenant relationships to ensure satisfaction and
• retention.
• Lease Administration & Documentation
• Oversees new lease execution and maintains accurate records for compliance and tracking.
• Oversight of New Installations & Modifications
• Supervises and coordinates new installations, ensuring adherence to property standards and
• tenant requirements.

Existing Tenants

• Timely Lease Agreement Renewals - Ensures lease agreements are renewed promptly and
• efficiently.
• Tenant Liaison & Public Relations - Maintains strong relationships with tenants and handles
• public interactions professionally.
• Promotions Coordination - Organizes and oversees center promotions to drive foot traffic and
• sales.
• Tenant Performance Analysis - Regularly evaluates tenant turnover, stock rotation, and
• merchandising to identify growth opportunities and trading challenges.
• Turnover Tracking - Accurately records and monitors tenant sales performance for reporting
• and strategic planning.

Expense Control

• Review, verify, and authorize

Requirements:

• 5+ years experience in commercial property management or related field, including financial, legal, and operational duties.
• Strong knowledge of rent collection, debt recovery, budgeting, and reporting.
• Experience coordinating maintenance and contractors, ensuring property compliance and upkeep.
• Familiarity with lease agreements, property legislation, and risk management.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional, discreet, and effective in tenant and stakeholder communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management software.
• Matric (Grade 12); further qualifications in business or property management advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for tenants, addressing inquiries, lease issues, maintenance requests, and general communication.
• Maintain detailed, up-to-date records of tenants and properties, including lease agreements, contact information,

Requirements: 5+ years experience in commercial property management or related field, including financial, legal, and operational duties. Strong knowledge of rent collection, debt recovery, budgeting, and reporting. Experience coordinating maintenance and contractors, ensuring property compliance and upkeep. Familiarity with lease agreements, property legislation, and risk management. Excellent organizational and administrative skills, able to manage multiple priorities. Professional, discreet, and effective in tenant and stakeholder communication. Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management software. Matric (Grade 12); further qualifications in business or property management advantageous. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for tenants, addressing inquiries, lease issues, maintenance requests, and general communication. Maintain detailed, up-to-date records of tenants and properties, including lease agreements, contact information,

PURPOSE OF JOB To take responsibility for the efficient daily operations and the financial reporting of the assignedproperty portfolio to increase property value and satisfy tenant requirements.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Centre Management Monitor market trends and activities Develop a comprehensive five-year maintenance strategy Research and propose refurbishment initiatives Oversee project execution with hands-on management Conduct annual building status assessments and uphold quality standards Reporting Delivers accurate and timely reports in the agreed format Conducts monthly analysis of income and expenses Tracks and monitors turnover rentals Performs quarterly operating cost analysis against approved forecasts Oversees monthly municipal and general recoveries Planning & Budgeting Annual Budget Preparation & Completion - Develops and finalizes budgets on a yearly basis. Quarterly Rental Reviews - Conducts regular assessments of rental rates to ensure optimal pricing and profitability. Business Plan Development - Supports the creation and refinement of strategic business plans for the Centre(s). Performance Monitoring - Performs quarterly reviews to track results and ensure financial targets are met. Quarterly Expenditure / Audits Defines and Drives Capex/TI Strategy - Establishes and communicates the Capex and TI philosophy for each building, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Approves TI Standards - Reviews and approves Tenant Improvement specifications as recommended by the Project Manager. Capex Authorization - Approves Capital Expenditures within delegated authority levels. Policy Compliance - Ensures adherence to Capex policies, procedures, and financial guidelines. Operating Cost Forecasting - Estimates new operating costs associated with Capex and TI projects. Cost Recovery - Guarantees the recovery of operating costs in line with Lease agreements. Debtors & Creditors Management Collaborate with Debtors and Leasing teams to evaluate accounts, decide on corrective measures, and approve required actions. Lead Credit Control efforts-tracking arrears, managing legal escalations, and processing write-offs. Customer Liaison New Tenants Lease negotiations Maintenance of tenant relationships Tenant Management Tenant Relations & Communication - Manages correspondence and interactions with tenants as needed, ensuring prompt and professional responses. Lease Management & Occupancy - Oversees timely lease renewals and maximizes occupancy by leasing vacant spaces, ensuring they are maintained in a presentable condition. Tenant Mix Optimization - Strategically curates and manages tenant mix to enhance property appeal and performance. Stakeholder Engagement - Builds and maintains strong relationships with tenants, the public, and external organizations through networking and collaboration. New Tenants Determines and Recommends Leasing Policies. Evaluates and advises on leasing mandates to optimize property occupancy and returns. Lease Negotiation & Tenant Relations Manages lease agreements and fosters strong tenant relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention. Lease Administration & Documentation Oversees new lease execution and maintains accurate records for compliance and tracking. Oversight of New Installations & Modifications Supervises and coordinates new installations, ensuring adherence to property standards and tenant requirements. Existing Tenants Timely Lease Agreement Renewals - Ensures lease agreements are renewed promptly and efficiently. Tenant Liaison & Public Relations - Maintains strong relationships with tenants and handles public interactions professionally. Promotions Coordination - Organizes and oversees center promotions to drive foot traffic and sales. Tenant Performance Analysis - Regularly evaluates tenant turnover, stock rotation, and merchandising to identify growth opportunities and trading challenges. Turnover Tracking - Accurately records and monitors tenant sales performance for reporting and strategic planning. Expense Control Review, verify, and authorize

Admitted conveyancer and attorney with 1 - 3 years’ post admission experience specifically within a commercial property and conveyancing practice (admission as a notary highly advantageous) Experience in commercial property transactions and due diligences, conveyancing matters, commercial and residential

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. At Cell C, we are not just a telecommunications company; we are a people-centric and consumer-focused organization committed to delivering exceptional experiences to our customers. In line with our dedication to customer-centricity, we are seeking a seasoned professional to join our dynamic team as a Commercial Property Manager to join our dynamic team of #Unstoppables .Purpose Of The JobTo establish and implement the Retail real estate portfolio strategy in line with the Business mandate. Responsible for managing and maintaining current Retail estate sites as well as exploring and investigating new location/site opportunities in line with business requirements and/or the Expansion strategy.Responsible for overseeing that the Retail estate is maintained and repaired according to the framework, processes and procedures when required, and within budget.Responsible for Commercial Property Lease Management which includes leases for retail sites, Cell C Data Centres, Cell C Head office building, Core Network sites. To negotiate and review terms and conditions of proposal to lease premises within specified parameters and conclude terms of standard lease agreements. Ensure all renewals and new leases are timeously negotiated and professionally compiled. Full responsibility for the leasing team and the leasing process from negotiations to ensuring the leases are accurately prepared and signed off. Compile and distribute lease renewal schedule to all internal stakeholders.Maintain positive relationships with all landlords and brokers. Maintain and grow broker relationships/Database.Responsible for producing accurate status reports. Responsible for other leasing tasks or as directed from time to time – this to include strategic input into other sites.Responsible and accountable for preparation, forecasting and management of property related budgets. Incremental savings plans designed and implemented on an annual basis.Advise stakeholders of any regulations and or statutory requirement which may affect the real estate portfolio and business operation.Main ResponsibilitiesLeasing ManagementManage the commercial property lease function which includes leases for retail sites, Cell C Data Centres, Cell C Head office building, Core Network sites and any other property requiring a lease as and when required Develop and implement a commercial leasing strategy that supports the company’s retail strategy Provide input and support for the development of business cases for new site acquisitions in line with policies and procedures Manage all settlement negotiations in line with business financial obligations and objectives Develop, implement, and track all procedures, processes, and documents for the Procurement Department Ensure alignment of leasing strategies with evolving business objectives, ensuring their effectiveness Oversee and optimise all leasing aspects, including store build coordination, refurbishments, openings, store relocations and closures etc. Proactively develop and nurture strong relationships with landlords to secure advantageous contract terms and ensure seamless relationships through our tenancy Liaise with internal stakeholders to obtain lease approvals (renewal and or cancellation terms) Ensure Interpretation and data entry of new lease terms into the relevant system, such as Oracle/IRFS with a focus on accuracy and continuity Ensure the integration of and compliance to Occupational Health and Safety at all times Prepare, compile and send monthly lease reports in line with quality and time standards Manage all leasing functions to maintain an efficient database of all the Leases Ensure that all lease renewals are performed in terms of the applicable terms and conditions and to manage the implementation of Leases Ensure all fit outs are completed timeously, if not renegotiate terms Attend bi-annual meetings with landlords Attend ongoing meetings with the landlords Ensure pre-inspection of site is done prior to site handover from landlord Ensure that handover to operators and Franchisees are done timeously Ensure that stores are opened for trading at commencement date if not advise landlord and renegotiate terms Responsible for all approvals on Oracle Negotiate re-instatement terms and ensure handover is done timeously Negotiate that Deposits need not be paid, if required, ensure that Deposits and other fees are paid on time Ensure that all lease agreements are returned to landlord timeously in order to mitigate or prevent penalties Liaise closely with Legal to ensure that our business needs are met Liaise with national Landlords and developers to identify potential sites for the establishment of new Retail sites / locations Monitor compliance to service level agreements. Draft and finalise Lease agreements update, amend and terminate contracts Handle complaints and ensure an amicable agreement is reached Ensure that leases are captured on Oracle correctly Keep Finance abreast of all terminations in order to ensure that rental payments are stopped Explain onerous and complicated lease terms to internal and external stakeholders Implementation of Lease AgreementsCo-ordinate, negotiate and finalise all lease agreements on a national basis Negotiate as part of lease agreements, or as required, mall signage and marketing opportunities where necessary or possibleCreate high level executive summaries per lease Maintain the lease register Record all changes to the lease agreements Draft new lease agreements and amendments on a national basis Calculate stamp duties and apply correct number of stamps on original lease agreements on a national basis Forward original lease agreements to the legal department for safekeeping and update register Monitor the lease agreement duration period and action Maintain monthly Status Reports for all Leases on a national basis Update report for stamp duties paid on Leases on a national basis Monitoring the process of site acquisition to ensure that there are Lease Agreements for all acquired sites Risk management - Identify and exploit opportunities for improvement Stay abreast of issues impacting on Leasing processes (e.g. environmental issues, policies, legislation etc.) Continuously engage with various landlords to get the best positions for retail stores Ensure that leases are timeously circulated Regular liaison with Property owners and all Cell C departments in terms of facility/space requirement to minimize deviations and complaints Co-ordinate with the Landlord and Architects to facilitate the design and approval of a facility timeously Liaise with Cell C Service Provider Department with regard to rent obligation date Establish best practice procedures on a national basis GovernanceManage input to monthly Retail Property Steerco sessions to ensure aligned property decisions against the Retail Property Optimisation Framework Responsible for the Retail Property Optimisation Policy and Framework; compilation, maintenance and application thereof Provide inputs to the line manager (as required) relating to progress made within the department and in accordance with the measurement metrics set by the organisation Definition, implementation, oversight, reporting and governance of Stores acquisition processes for new sites incorporating the requirements of key investors Ensure the Commercial Property Management function is managed in accordance with defined processes, approvals and input across various business units including but not limited to Procurement, Finance and Legal teams Commercial governance of rental payments and strategy, ensuring rents of Stores are at market appropriate levels Management and accountability, reporting and governance of all lease renewals and rental payments, ensuring coordination between commercial, finance and property teamsObtain mall performance data and statistics from Landlords / Centre Management as and when required by business Contribute and support the compilation and maintenance of a Cell C Retail Property repository Operational DeliveryResponsible for the coordination, oversight and reporting of all engagement activities prior to, during and post site construction Community / landlord issues to be centrally monitored Centralised governance and coordination of Notices to Quit, ensuring mitigation activities are delivered ensuring service continuity Responsible for the management of all insurance policies and property related claims in all markets Responsible for lease negotiation of Cell C stores Ensure the Retail estate is maintained and repaired according to the framework, processes and procedures when required, and within budget Negotiate and secure temporary or alternate training space as and when required. Ensure necessary agreements are implemented and communicated as applicable Connect Centre Management resources with applicable internal Business units as and when necessary and provide support to such engagements and relationships Responsible for all Retail property reporting including standard and ad hoc reporting Responsible and accountable for preparation, forecasting and management of property related budgets ( R50mil per FY) – lease rentals, utilities, operational costs etc. Staff ManagementLead and motivate staff to effectively deliver objectives, ensuring development opportunities, appraisal and management systems are embedded and relevant HR procedures are adhered to Provide an advisory, support and mentorship function to enable staff to grow within their career Maintain a low staff turnover rate Initiate the appropriate Labour Relation action required within the department Evaluate and guide the department’s Employee Performance Management programme Set Key Performance Indicators targets and goals as per the department’s strategy and business objectives Recruit employees: assign and direct work, oversee their development, identify training needs and maintain staff competence Uphold HR policies and procedures Apply and adhere to Cell C Health and Safety procedures and rules Be a Change Leader and live and instill the Cell C culture within the team, through example Perform any other related duties as requested by Management Minimum QualificationCompleted degree in Law, Business, Commercial Property or similar, Masters Degree in Law (LLM) advantageous Experience5 - 6 years’ experience in general management of Property or Lease Agreements in the Commercial / Retail field "Cell C is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated fairly and with respect, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic." 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