Portfolio Manager (Real Estate) - Highgrace Properties - Johannesburg, South Africa
(2024-02)
- Monitor property performance, including rental roll, occupancy rates, and returns
- Liaise with clients and report on property investment performance, advise clients on property investment opportunities
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
- Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and service providers to maintain properties
- Negotiate and manage property agreements, including sales, leases, and renewals
- Conduct market research to identify market trends, listings and assess property investment opportunities (for acquisition) and potential challenges
- Allocate assets based on market trends, investment goals, and risk tolerance
- Identify potential risks and devise strategies to manage risks
- Conduct cash flow and return on investment analysis
Chief Executive Officer - CJ Brokers Pty (Ltd) - Johannesburg, South Africa
(2019-06 - 2024-01)
Self-employed
- Managed day-to-day operations of a small private brokerage business including sourcing, client acquisition, and transaction coordination
- Implemented business strategies
- Facilitated transactions between suppliers and buyers
- Budgeting, cash flow, and cost control
- Built and maintained relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners
- Ensured compliance with trade regulations and contractual obligations
- Identified market opportunities and assessed commercial and operational risks
- Coordinated logistics, delivery processes, and service providers
Real Estate Agent - Keller Williams Realty - Johannesburg, South Africa
(2016-07 - 2018-11)
- Conducted property viewings, open houses, and client consultations
- Conducted market research to support property pricing, listings, and sales decisions
- Participated in property listings and marketing campaigns
- Advised clients on pricing, financing, market conditions, and investment opportunities and regulations
- Negotiated purchase and sales agreements
- Drafted and managed contracts in compliance with regulations
- Prepared reports on property viewings, offers and sales
- Built and maintained client relationships to generate sales and referrals
Marketing Manager - Kluts Marketing Services - Johannesburg, South Africa
(2002-02 - 2015-10)
- Planned and executed marketing strategies
- Managed campaigns and budgets
- Conducted market research
- Led marketing teams to achieve organisational objectives
Marketing Manager - RB Papa Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Johannesburg, South Africa
(1999-01 - 2001-12)
- Developed and executed marketing strategies for olive oil products
- Managed branding and marketing budgets
- Conducted market research for potential clients
- Coordinated product sales and distribution
- Managed relationships with retailers and clients
- Monitored performance and prepared reports
Sales Executive - RB Papa Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Johannesburg, South Africa
(1994-01 - 1998-12)
- Handled sales of olive oil products by processing orders
- Maintained customer records
- Supported marketing activities
- Coordinated deliveries to clients and retailers
- Managed client relations and customer demands
Junior Financial Consultant - Lateef Owoyemi and Parters - Lagos, Nigeria
(1991-03 - 1993-02)
- Assisted in financial analysis, client advisory support, portfolio monitoring, and preparation of financial plans and reports, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations
- Maintained accurate client records and update financial information regularly
- Supported client meetings by preparing documentation and follow-up reports
