Relationship Manager

Location: Mpumalanga (Must be willing to travel)

Reports to: National Sales Manager

NB: Own vehicle is required

Company Description

Private Property is South Africa’s leading property platform, built on long-term partnerships with real estate professionals. By collaborating closely with agents, the company delivers higher-quality leads, stronger visibility and enhanced brand credibility. This partnership approach supports sustainable growth for agencies and individual agents across the country. Team members join a community that views property as personal and strives to connect people with homes and investments that fit their needs. Working at Private Property offers the opportunity to contribute to a trusted platform at the center of South Africa’s property market.

About the role

Reporting to the National Sales Manager, you’ll drive new business and grow an existing client portfolio across your region. You’ll manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and presenting solutions to onboarding, retention and ongoing account growth.

This role combines proactive sales with hands‑on relationship management. You’ll become a trusted partner to your clients while taking ownership of your pipeline, revenue growth and sales targets.

What you’ll do

• Identify and convert new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, client visits and networking.
• Build and grow your client portfolio, identifying relevant upsell and cross‑sell opportunities.
• Use a consultative sales approach to recommend products and services that address each client’s business needs.
• Deliver product demonstrations and training to help clients get the most from Private Property’s solutions.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline, accurate CRM records and regular reporting against targets.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding, resolve client queries and support retention.
• Stay informed about market trends and competitor activity to strengthen your sales approach.

What you’ll bring

• At least 5 years’ external sales experience, with a proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Strong prospecting, negotiation and closing skills, supported by the ability to build lasting business relationships.
• Confidence using data, sales reports and CRM systems to manage performance and identify opportunities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a customer‑focused approach.
• Experience working remotely, with the self‑discipline, organisation and time management to work independently.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A valid driver’s licence, your own reliable vehicle and flexibility to travel within the region and nationally when required.
• Property industry experience and a relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous.

You’ll join a collaborative team that values fresh ideas, recognises contribution and supports your development. We offer a competitive package and the tools and support you need to succeed.

Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups in line with Private Property’s Employment Equity Policy and Plan. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Personal information submitted will be processed for recruitment purposes in accordance with our POPI Policy.

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