Overview
Property Administrator Jobs in City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at Communicate Recruitment
Title: Property Administrator
Company: Communicate Recruitment
Location: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Keep buildings full, tenants happy, and cash flowing – your next Property role starts here.
Residential Property Administrator
Johannesburg
Salary: R300 000 – R350 000 CTC per annum
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Residential Property Administrator to join a fast-paced property management team based in Johannesburg. If you thrive in a high-volume environment and enjoy working with tenants, leases, and financial processes, this role is for you.
Role Overview
You’ll play a key role in ensuring optimal occupancy, managing lease administration, and overseeing rental collections within a residential/student accommodation portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Leasing & Tenant Administration
- Manage and monitor tenant applications and onboarding processes
- Vet documentation and perform credit checks
- Capture and maintain accurate lease information
- Process amendments and updates to tenant records
- Track and report on occupancy levels and vacancies
Billing & Financial Administration
- Generate monthly lease billings and tenant statements
- Process debit runs, interest billing, and payment allocations
- Perform reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
- Support monthly reporting requirements
Arrears & Collections
- Monitor rental payments and follow up on outstanding balances
- Manage tenant queries relating to billing and payments
- Issue letters of demand and prepare repayment agreements
- Coordinate handovers for non-performing accounts
General Administration
- Assist with monthly reporting packs
- Manage account closures and deposit refunds
- Handle entry/exit inspections and recoveries
Requirements
- Matric (essential), relevant Diploma advantageous
- 2–3 years’ experience in property management
- Exposure to student accommodation highly beneficial
- Strong reconciliation and numerical skills
- Proficiency in property systems / accounting software
Key Competencies
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage tenant relationships professionally
- Deadline-driven with strong time management
- Proactive, energetic, and solutions-oriented
Why Apply?
Join a dynamic property environment where you’ll gain hands-on exposure across leasing, finance, and tenant management while making a real impact on portfolio performance.
Apply now!
Stefan Pretorius
Recruiter