Leasing Consultant: Sanlam Facilities and Real Estate

Date: 17 Aug 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Company: Sanlam Group

Who are we?

Sanlam was established as a life insurance company in South Africa but has since transformed into a diversified financial services group that operates across the African continent, India, Malaysia and selected developed markets, with listings on the Johannesburg, A2X and Namibian Securities Stock exchanges. In 2018 the Group celebrated its centenary as well as 20 years since demutualisation and listing in South Africa and Namibia. Sanlam is one of the largest internationally active insurance groups in the world with a presence in 27 countries and has the biggest non-banking financial services footprint on the African continent.

The Group's four business clusters (Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz and Santam) house the Group's business operations. The Group Office provides strategic direction and support to the four clusters, assisting them in realising their strategies and meeting their business objectives. The Group Office is responsible for governance and for the Group's centralised functions, which include: Group Tecnhnology, Finance, Actuarial, Risk and Balance Sheet Management, Strategy, Human Capital, Brand, Marketing and Corporate Affairs. The Group Office ensures cohesive management across the organisation.

What will you do?

Responsible for lease and property management. As a Leasing consultant the incumbent is responsible to negotiate; conclude and manage lease agreements at the best terms and conditions in order to expand the Sanlam Group footprint and renew existing Sanlam sites countrywide in the retail and office environment while minimising risk to the Sanlam.

What will make you successful in this role?

Contribute to the delivery of Real Estate and Property Management (REPM) services in line with the Corporate Facilities (CF) strategy and standards.
Identifies and concludes clients briefed strategically valued leasing transactions in various portfolios for:
- New retail branches and commercial offices;
- Relocations, enlargements, footprint reduction, closures and
- Renewals.

Concludes above leasing transactions on terms and conditions in accordance with client mandates.
Travel in your portfolio and identify leasing opportunities for profitable Sanlam retail branches and commercial offices in accordance with Sanlam’s retail and commercial strategy.
Negotiates best transactions for new branches/offices and renewals taking market rentals, construction, budgets and retail & commercial developments into consideration.
Manage site related risk and control framework and support business continuity activities
- Manage emergencies and crisis situations as they arise
- Manage utilization of space for existing and new premises
- Continuous improvement of the work environment to meet safety requirements and efficiency objectives and to comply with country and local regulation

Implement the workplace strategy within the CI guidelines
Lease Management.
Track critical dates including renewals, notice periods, escalations, and expiries.
Lead & coordinate lease renewals, extensions, and renegotiations well in advance of expiry.
Ensure that terms and conditions are accurately incorporated in Offer to Lease and the leasing documents.
Present negotiated terms and conditions to the Lease Panel and Property Committee’s.

Ensure that all transactions are concluded in adherence of approvals and Sanlam Group protocols

Qualification and Experience

Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
Diploma in Property Management (Degree will be advantageous)
At least 3 - 5 years practical Retail and Commercial property management.
Own transport and a valid driver’s license.

Compentencies

Excellent negotiating and communication skills with existing major Officers and property players
Must be able to build rapport with clients and maintain those relations
Development and/or redevelopment and relocation leasing experience
Good understanding of property law, lease agreements
Negotiation and commercial analysis skills
Ethical, professional, and resilient under pressure
Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Sound knowledge of the South African rental market and trends
Sound knowledge of legislation relating to properties (including by-laws)
Technical depth and breadth of industry, supplier, technology, accounting, procurement and contracting processes.
Occupational health and safety.

Knowledge and Skills

Reporting and Administration

Building Maintenance

Quality, compliance and accreditation

Safety Management

Office Equipment Operation

Personal Attributes

Interpersonal savvy - Contributing independently

Decision quality - Contributing independently

Plans and aligns - Contributing independently

Optimises work processes - Contributing independently

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently

Customer focus - Contributing independently

Drives results - Contributing independently

Collaborates - Contributing independently

Being resilient - Contributing independently

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

The closing date for applications is 30 August 2026.

Our commitment to transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.