Overview
Portfolio Manager Jobs in Pretoria, South Africa at HandPicked Recruitment
Position Type: Full-Time (Permanent) Office Based
Area: Pretoria East, Gaunteng
Job Overview
Hand Picked Recruitment is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Portfolio Manager to manage a portfolio of sectional title schemes, homeowners’ associations (HOAs), and/or commercial properties. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance, financial oversight, client satisfaction, and effective scheme management in line with South African property legislation.
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 4 Real Estate qualification (completed or in progress)
- Proven experience in sectional title and/or HOA portfolio management
- Strong knowledge of South African property legislation (STSMA, CSOS, Property Practitioners Act)
- Experience working with property management systems (e.g. WeConnect
U, MRI, Prop Data)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of sectional title schemes, HOAs, or commercial properties
- Act as the primary liaison between trustees, owners, and service providers
- Provide professional guidance to trustees on governance, financial, and operational matters
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring service excellence
- Attend and manage a minimum of six (6) statutory meetings per client per financial year
- Facilitate meetings including budget meetings, AGMs, and trustee meetings
- Prepare and distribute full meeting packs (agendas, financial reports, supporting documents)
- Chair or guide meetings in a professional and compliant manner
- Record accurate meeting minutes and ensure distribution within required time frames
- Ensure implementation and tracking of all resolutions
- Review budgets, financial statements, and levy collections
- Assist trustees with budget preparation and approvals
- Monitor arrears and cash flow management
- Ensure correct allocation of income and expenses
- Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, including:
- Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act (STSMA)
- Ensure agendas and minutes are circulated via the property management system
- Upload meeting minutes within prescribed legal time frames
- Maintain and prepare audit files for each scheme
- Ensure all statutory submissions, insurance, and governance documentation are up to date
- Maintain accurate and compliant records for all schemes
- Manage and maintain property management systems (e.g. WeConnect
U, MRI, Prop Data)
- Ensure accurate capturing and updating of owner, trustee, supplier, and financial information
- Oversee billing, debit orders, and statement distribution
- Ensure alignment between management systems and banking platforms (e.g. Netcash)
- Generate reports for trustees and internal stakeholders
- Identify and resolve system discrepancies
- Appoint and manage contractors in line with procedures
- Ensure properties meet safety and operational compliance standards
- Assist with dispute resolution within schemes
- Liaise with attorneys on collections and legal matters
- Identify and mitigate operational and legal risks
- Maintain clear and professional communication with all stakeholders
- Issue notices, updates, and correspondence
- Provide regular portfolio performance reports
- Ensure transparency and accountability at all times
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills
- Excellent administrative and system management abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple schemes and deadlines effectively
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
- Professionalism and client-focused approach
Advantageous
- Relevant qualification in Property Management, Finance, or Business
- Experience managing large or complex property portfolios
Please note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Title: Portfolio Manager
Company: HandPicked Recruitment
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
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