Real Estate Officer – Durban, South Africa

Location: Durban, South Africa
Company: African Land (https://african.land)
Employment Type: Full-time

About African Land

African Land is a pan-African real estate investment, development, and services company dedicated to transforming Africa’s property markets. The company connects investors, developers, and clients to high-value real estate opportunities through professional sales, leasing, and asset management solutions.

Operating in major cities such as Cape Town, Johannesburg, Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, and Cairo, African Land combines local expertise with international standards to drive sustainable growth and investor confidence across the continent.

Role Overview

African Land is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Real Estate Officer to join its Durban office. The successful candidate will oversee property sales and leasing operations, manage client portfolios, and ensure compliance with company policies and South African property regulations.

This role requires a dynamic professional who understands market trends, thrives on relationship management, and has a strong background in property transactions and client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the sale, lease, and acquisition of residential, commercial, and land properties across Durban and KwaZulu-Natal.

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, property owners, and developers.

• Conduct valuations, market analysis, and prepare investment proposals.

• Oversee documentation, contracts, and compliance processes in line with South African property laws.

• Support marketing initiatives by preparing property listings and promotional materials.

• Liaise with contractors, legal teams, and regulatory bodies during transactions.

• Maintain CRM systems with up-to-date property and client information.

• Monitor market trends to identify new investment and growth opportunities.

• Represent African Land at property expos, client briefings, and networking events.

Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.

• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) is essential.

• Benchmark universities for candidate caliber:

  • University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) – Property, Economics, or Business Management

  • Durban University of Technology (DUT) – Built Environment or Business Studies

  • University of Cape Town (UCT) – Property Studies or Finance

  • University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) – Real Estate or Urban Studies

  • Comparable institutions across Africa (e.g. University of Lagos, University of Nairobi, University of Ghana) reflect the academic standard desired.

Skills & Experience

• 4–6 years of experience in real estate sales, property management, or client relations.

• Strong understanding of South African real estate legislation and documentation.

• Proven track record in achieving sales targets and managing diverse portfolios.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Fluency in English required; proficiency in Afrikaans or isiZulu is advantageous.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM software, and property marketing platforms.

• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, trustworthy, and client-focused.

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

• Results-oriented and comfortable working under pressure.

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team approach.

• Adaptable and eager to contribute to a pan-African business culture.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with commission and performance-based bonuses.

• Continuous professional training and career advancement opportunities.

• Exposure to regional and international real estate markets through African Land’s network.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@wigmoretrading.com with the subject line: “Real Estate Officer – Durban.”