Head: Corporate Real Estate

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Career Stream

Leadership Pipeline

Job Purpose

To lead and manage the Corporate Real Estate (CRE) function within Nedbank Group. This includes strategic oversight of the property portfolio, facilities and hospitality management, workspace planning, construction projects, leasing and coverage, occupational health and safety and logistical services. 

This role supports Nedbank’s strategic objectives by driving sustainable and resilient practices, fostering operational excellence and innovation, and promoting effective collaboration with stakeholders to deliver value.

Key Responsibilities

Aligning with ESG and SDG Frameworks
Nedbank’s corporate real estate strategy is deeply anchored in ESG principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly goals 6 (clean water), 7 (clean energy), 11 (sustainable cities), and 13 (climate action). This alignment is reflected in initiatives like achieving ≥90% green building certification and maintaining OHS compliance below threshold levels.

Optimising Space and Efficiency
A major strategic focus is on space consolidation and desk utilisation, with targets such as reducing total space to 203,727m² by 2027 and increasing theoretical desk utilisation to 156%. These efforts aim to reduce environmental impact while improving operational efficiency.

Human-Centric Workplace Design
Sustainability is not just environmental—it’s also social. The strategy includes enhancing the employee experience (EX) to drive better customer experience (CX). This involves creating safe, healthy, and inclusive workspaces tailored to individual needs, supported by digital tools and data analytics.

Digital Enablement and Data-Driven Decisions
Leveraging technology - The use of smart building systems, IoT sensors, and digital workplace platforms helps optimise energy use, monitor occupancy, and support distributed workforces. This aligns with global best practices such as deploying smart HVAC controls and automated lighting systems to reduce energy consumption by up to 30%

Water and Energy Resilience
Tracking and managing portable water supply and load-shedding impacts, with detailed metrics on kilolitres used and costs incurred. This proactive approach ensures business continuity and supports environmental stewardship.

Governance and Change Management
Effective governance structures and change management processes are essential. Nedbank’s strategy includes tiered support models, engagement frameworks, and data governance to ensure sustainable practices are embedded across the organisation.

Stakeholder Engagement and CSR Balance
Balancing internal CSR (employee wellbeing, training, justice) with external CSR (community and environmental impact).

Financial Management
Develop and manage budgets to meet financial targets.
Track and report on financial performance, ensuring accountability and transparency.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Qualifications
  •    Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
  •    Honours Degree in Property, Business, or related field (NQF Level 8)

• Preferred Qualifications
  •    Postgraduate qualification in Property Management or related discipline

• Experience
  •    Minimum 12 years’ experience in property management
  •    At least 10 years in a senior management role, with proven strategic and operational leadership in related disciplines

Technical & Professional Knowledge

• Real Estate and Facilities Management
• Budgeting and Financial Management
• Business Administration and Strategic Planning
• Risk and Compliance Management
• Sustainability and Environmental Standards
• Digital Transformation in Property Services
• Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management

Behavioural Competencies