Description:
Role OverviewThe Business Development Director will:
- Identify and develop new real estate investment opportunities within Living-sector property markets
- Lead geographic market expansion strategies
- Structure and negotiate complex commercial transactions
- Launch new residential product verticals aligned with PBSA
- Expand third-party real estate portfolio management services
- Commercialise and scale property management software solutions
- Build strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and co-investment platforms
- Present business cases, financial models, and investment proposals to the BoardThis is a high-impact role requiring deep commercial acumen, financial modelling expertise, real estate investment knowledge, and executive stakeholder influence.
Key Responsibilities
Growth Strategy & Market Expansion
- Develop structured opportunity pipelines in PBSA, Co-Living, BTR, and Senior Living
- Evaluate new geographic markets for residential development and management services
- Conduct feasibility studies, financial modelling, and scenario analysis
- Lead entry into new real estate verticals aligned with macro housing trends
Commercial Structuring & Deal Execution
- Structure, negotiate and conclude complex commercial agreements
- Lead joint venture and partnership negotiations
- Secure sustainable, value-accretive revenue streams
- Ensure governance, risk management, and compliance oversight
Third-Party Portfolio & Asset Management Growth
- Develop scalable property management and asset management services
- Engage institutional investors, funds, and property owners
- Expand external real estate portfolio management mandates
Business Software Commercialisation
- Drive growth of real estate technology platforms and property management software
- Enhance product-market fit and customer adoption
- Support enterprise sales, onboarding and operational integration
Executive Leadership
- Build and mentor high-performance teams
- Align cross-functional business units to eliminate silos
- Support succession planning and capability development
- Deliver board-level reporting, investment memoranda, and performance dashboards
Competencies & Technical ExpertiseWe are seeking a leader with demonstrable strength in:
- Real Estate Investment Strategy
- Financial Modelling & Scenario Planning
- Commercial Structuring & Deal Economics
- Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis
- Portfolio Growth & Geographic Expansion
- Property Development & Living-Sector Trends
- Strategic Partnerships & Investor Relations
- Governance & Commercial Risk Oversight
- Data-Driven Decision Ma
26 Feb 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za