Portfolio Manager

About the Role

An experienced and proactive Property Portfolio Manager is needed to oversee property management activities in the Southern Region from Bulawayo. This position focuses on managing a varied portfolio of properties while maintaining strong standards in operations, upkeep, tenant experience, leasing, and financial outcomes. The role suits a mature, self-driven person with strong ambition and a sharp understanding of property investment and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer senior guidance to the regional Property Services team and help ensure the portfolio is managed in a timely and forward-looking way.
• Supervise daily portfolio operations, including overall maintenance, space optimization analysis, customer experience initiatives, and lease/legal administration.
• Prepare portfolio budgets, track financial performance, and support the profitability of the property portfolio.
• Build and maintain constructive tenant relationships, responding to tenant issues quickly and professionally.
• Make sure all properties meet applicable local, regional, and national rules, including health and safety requirements.
• Create and deliver regular reports for senior management covering property performance, occupancy, and financial results.
• Design and execute plans that improve property value and support organizational objectives.
• Represent and explain the wider Old Mutual product range when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in asset management, property management, or real estate operations across a varied property portfolio.
• A bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Management, Property Development and Estate Management, or a closely related field is required.
• A master’s degree in Real Estate Management, Business Administration, or a similar discipline is preferred.
• Experience using MRI or another real estate management platform is an advantage.
• Membership in REIZ or EAC is an added advantage.
• Strong Excel skills, including spreadsheet analysis, are expected.
• Applicants should demonstrate a strong work ethic, good attention to detail, and sound decision-making ability.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential.
• Solid knowledge of property management, operations, asset management, and financial analysis is needed.
• The role requires the ability to lead a team and help build one where needed.

Additional Information

Old Mutual emphasizes its belief in the African opportunity and values a workforce that reflects diversity across the continent.

Closing Date

The application deadline is 08 July 2026 at 23:59.