Property Portfolio Manager – Retail

Overview

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Job Description

The Portfolio Manager will be accountable for the strategic and operational management of a diversified portfolio of retail and commercial property assets. The role requires a balance of financial acumen, asset management expertise, and stakeholder engagement to deliver sustainable income growth and long-term value creation in line with the Fund’s investment objectives.

Portfolio & Asset Performance

• Lead the strategic oversight of a portfolio comprising retail and commercial properties, ensuring alignment with the Fund’s investment strategy.

• Develop and execute asset plans to drive value creation, enhance income performance, and mitigate risk.

• Undertake regular performance reviews including analysis of occupancy, income streams, capital expenditure, and market benchmarking.

• Identify and implement opportunities for repositioning, redevelopment, and value-add initiatives.

Leasing & Tenant Management

• Direct lease negotiations, renewals, and rent reviews to optimize rental returns and tenant mix.

• Maintain strong tenant relationships to promote high occupancy levels and sustainable income.

• Monitor tenant performance, compliance with lease obligations, and manage disputes where required.

Financial & Risk Management

• Prepare, manage, and report on asset-level budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.

• Monitor rental arrears, service charge recoveries, and cost efficiency to safeguard income streams.

• Support acquisition and divestment initiatives through due diligence, underwriting, and financial modelling.

• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, regulatory frameworks, and corporate governance standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with external advisors, property managers, valuers, and contractors to ensure best-in-class service delivery.

• Partner with internal teams including Finance, Legal, and Development to deliver portfolio strategies.

• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior management, investment committees, and external stakeholders.

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Luisa Da Silva