Senior Portfolio Manager

Main Purpose of the Job

Pam Golding Property Management Services, is looking for an energetic individual, with a passion for property management, to manage a portfolio of diverse community schemes. When you join Pam Golding Properties, you are not only joining the most awarded property and real estate agency in South Africa, but you are also joining a company driven by family values with a proven track record of unparalleled service to our clients.

Responsibilities will involve portfolio management, inclusive of all administrative, legal, financial, and operational aspects of a diverse portfolio of community schemes. The position is based in the City Centre, Cape Town.

Successful applicants must have a valid drivers licence and their own reliable vehicle as well as have availability to attend on site & after-hours meetings when needed from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Management

• Provide guidance to owners and trustees on the relevant Acts and procedural matters of meetings;
• Attending trustee and general meetings as required and preparing minutes for circulation and attending to items arising from the minutes;
• Preparation of annual budgets;
• Sourcing of insurance quotes for the client and liaising with brokers and Insurers;
• Responsible for administrating the schemes on behalf of the Trustees;
• Portfolio Administration: Bodies Corporate, Homeowners Associations, and other community schemes;
• Working closely with Trustees in order to manage the scheme.

Communication

• Ensure an effective communication strategy with trustees / owners;
• Communication with all role players where required, including notices of Trustees Meetings and Annual General Meetings and the Minutes thereof;

Repairs & Maintenance

• Assist and liaise with relevant contractors where necessary in order to assist the completion of repairs & maintenance tasks;
• Liaise with relevant contractors so that the relevant quotes are tabled for approval at meetings and the most recent updates are provided at Trustee or other meetings.

Key Competencies

• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and maintain a high level of organisation;
• Detail-oriented, effective problem-solving skills and the ability to show initiative;
• Diligence and good work ethic.

Education & Experience

• Matric/Grade 12 is a requirement;
• Minimum 3-5 years working experience in a similar role;
• Degree/Diploma in Property, Finance or Legal and familiarity with the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act, is advantageous;
• Paddocks Sectional Title Course is preferred;
• Knowledge and understanding of the Sectional Titles Act, CSOS Act;
• Knowledge of MDA Property Manager and WeConnectU is advantageous.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Enhanced interpersonal communication skills.