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 deliversustainable income growth and long-term value creation in line with the Fund’sinvestment objectives.Leadthe strategic oversight of a portfolio comprising retail and commercialproperties, ensuring alignment with the Fund’s investment strategy.Developand execute asset plans to drive value creation, enhance incomeperformance, and mitigate risk.Undertakeregular performance reviews including analysis of occupancy, incomestreams, capital expenditure, and market benchmarking.Identifyand implement opportunities for repositioning, redevelopment, andvalue-add initiatives. Leasing & Tenant ManagementDirectlease negotiations, renewals, and rent reviews to optimize rental returnsand tenant mix.Maintainstrong tenant relationships to promote high occupancy levels andsustainable income.Monitortenant performance, compliance with lease obligations, and manage disputeswhere required. Financial & Risk ManagementPrepare,manage, and report on asset-level budgets, forecasts, and financialperformance.Monitorrental arrears, service charge recoveries, and cost efficiency tosafeguard income streams.Supportacquisition and divestment initiatives through due diligence,underwriting, and financial modelling.Ensurecompliance with statutory obligations, regulatory frameworks, andcorporate governance standards. Stakeholder EngagementLiaisewith external advisors, property managers, valuers, and contractors toensure best-in-class service delivery.Partnerwith internal teams including Finance, Legal, and Development to deliverportfolio strategies.Provideaccurate and timely reporting to senior management, investment committees, andexternal stakeholders. Requirements 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.Significantexperience in retail and commercial property portfolio management, ideallywithin an institutional or fund environment.Strongfinancial 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-depthknowledge of property markets, leasing structures, and regulatoryframeworks.Proventrack record in driving asset performance and delivering strategicoutcomes. #J-18808-Ljbffr