Leasing, Real Estate Management & Workspace Design

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced property professional To lead and manage Corporate Property Managements (CPM) leasing, real estate portfolio, and workspace design functions to ensure effective acquisition, utilisation, optimisation, and governance of office space and property assets.

The role is responsible for delivering commercially sound leasing solutions, managing workplace environments, professionalising engagement with tenants and enabling business growth through strategic property and workspace initiatives.

The incumbent will oversee leasing transactions, occupancy planning, office design standards, landlord relationships, and workspace transformation programmes while ensuring alignment to financial, operational, and employee experience objectives.

Key Result Areas/Outputs

Mutual Park and No.1 Mutual Place are multi-tenanted office and retail spaces which are rented out to Old Mutual businesses and subsidiaries, as well as external parties. All activities are governed by the 6-star and 5-star new building Green rating certification.

This role is accountable for the delivery of a team of 8 and is responsible to:

• oversee the end-to-end leasing lifecycle—from marketing vacant space and screening prospective tenants to negotiating lease terms and managing renewals

• lease administration: Draft, negotiate, and execute lease agreements, amendments, and renewals in alignment with commercial terms

• tenant relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for resident inquiries, complaints, and move-in/move-out processes

• market research: Monitor local rental rates, occupancy trends, and competitor offerings to optimize pricing strategies

• manage the pipeline of lease renewals

• introducing standardised practices, operating procedures and documentation to enhance efficiency and governance in leasing management and office space design

• design of the workspace according to business requirements and agreed house rules and

• manage project budgets related to office moves

• Support relocations, and new office establishment projects

• Drive sustainability initiatives within the property portfolio

• Develop workplace utilization reporting and analytics

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Minimum Work Experience:

• 8 years relevant experience in Corporate Property, Real Estate Management, Facilities Management, and/ or Portfolio Management

• 5 years management experience leading teams and service providers

• Proven experience in lease negotiations, landlord management, and multi-site property portfolios

• Demonstrated experience in office fit-outs, workplace design, relocations, and refurbishment programmes

• Experience engaging senior stakeholders and executives

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Matric

• Registered Property Practitioner

• Fidelity Fund Certification

• Relevant Post matric qualification, particularly management of real estate operations or Financial qualification

Additional Qualifications and/or Experience:

• SAPOA / SAFMA / PMP or equivalent professional membership

• Fidelity Fund Certificate

• Registered Property Practioner

Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of Property Project Management

• Leasing and contract negotiation expertise

• Workspace planning and office space design capability

• Ability to manage multiple teams with differing objectives

• Strong stakeholder management, including senior executives

• Service delivery management of providers and suppliers

• Portfolio management across geographically dispersed sites

• Financial and commercial acumen

• Risk management and governance knowledge

• Strategic planning and decision-making ability

• Strong communication and influencing skills

Behavioural Competencies Required:

• Leadership & Team Management – Advanced

• Strategic Thinking – Advanced

• Stakeholder Influence – Advanced

• Negotiation Skills – Advanced

• Customer Focus – Advanced

• Results Driven – Advanced

• Problem Solving – Advanced

• Planning & Organizing – Advanced

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Intermediate

• Resilience & Adaptability – Advanced

• Integrity & Accountability – Advanced

 

Skills

Budget Management, Building Valuations, Change Management, Commercial Acumen, Contract Management, Data Compilation, Evaluating Information, Executing Plans, Financial Acumen, Managerial Accounting, Negotiation, Policies & Procedures, Portfolio Management

Competencies

Builds Effective Teams

Business Insight

Communicates Effectively

Decision Quality

Ensures Accountability

Financial Acumen

Manages Complexity

Persuades

Education

Bachelors Degree (B)

Closing Date

06 August 2026 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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