Knight Frank, founded in 1896 and based in London, UK, stands among the top global independent real estate consultancies.
We are inviting applications to fill the positions listed below:
Centre Manager (Shopping Mall)
Location: Benin City, Edo
Job Summary
This role handles complete Centre operations and aims to enhance income generation through efficient management strategies and asset control.
The role further includes supervising budget allocation, lease agreements, procurement processes, and third-party service contracts, along with overseeing maintenance operations.
It ensures adherence to health and safety rules and monitors the quality and cost-effectiveness of services provided.
The position also involves feedback reporting to management on all relevant matters.
Responsibilities
Centre Management:
- Monitor competitor and market activity, including tenant shifts and new properties.
- Represent the Centre at events and operations meetings.
- Suggest and execute refurbishment plans.
- Maintain project oversight and ensure high building standards.
- Ensure the Centre stays clean, safe, and properly run.
Client Reporting:
- Share accurate and timely updates with clients.
- Monitor monthly income and costs.
- Keep an eye on turnover-based rentals.
- Evaluate operating costs against budgets each quarter.
- Review general recoveries monthly.
Planning & Budgeting:
- Prepare annual budgets before January ends.
- Review rents quarterly to maintain optimal rates.
- Create Centre business plans.
- Draft and monitor a five-year financial plan.
- Evaluate quarterly results.
Debtors & Creditors Management:
- Hold monthly review meetings with debtors and approve legal steps if needed.
Tenant Management:
New Tenants:
- Propose rent levels and lease mandates.
- Manage lease discussions and build relationships with tenants.
- Document and manage new lease records.
- Coordinate installations via technical teams.
- Sign off on completed premises.
- Oversee contractors.
Existing Tenants:
- Renew leases within set rent guidelines.
- Act as liaison for tenant concerns and promotional efforts.
- Track tenant turnover.
- Manage ongoing lease negotiations.
- Respond to tenant issues.
- Ensure vacant spaces are filled or well-presented.
- Maintain tenant satisfaction.
Expense Control:
- Approve account payments.
- Manage costs for cleaning, maintenance, and utilities.
- Ensure vendor performance is effective.
Public Relations:
- Build strong community engagement.
- Drive customer visits to the Centre.
- Produce marketing materials.
- Support tenants to enhance their services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Estate Management or related field.
- A Master’s in Estate, Facility, or Business Administration.
- IFMA membership is a plus.
- 10+ years of experience, with at least 5 in Centre management.
- Strong leadership and multicultural team management skills.
- Must live in Edo State, Nigeria.
Skills & Competencies
- Leadership and team management
- Clear communication
- Client engagement
- Strategic and detailed thinking
- Emotional intelligence
- Quick decision-making and negotiation skills
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
How to Apply: Click here to apply online
Senior Estate Surveyor & Valuer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Scope
This role is responsible for expanding the Estate brokerage, management, and valuation business at the branch level.
It involves full operational oversight of the branch, including the Capital Markets, Property Management, and Valuation services.
Requirements
Experience:
- Degree in Estate Management, minimum second class
- 12–15 years in real estate, including brokerage, valuation, and property management
- NIESV and ESVARBON membership required
- RICS membership is an advantage
Skills Needed:
- In-depth knowledge of Port Harcourt’s real estate
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Client and vendor relationship building
- Negotiation and multitasking ability
- Decision-making capability
System Tools:
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
How to Apply: Click here to apply online
Senior Facility Manager
Location: Lagos
Scope
Manages daily operations for all Knight Frank facilities including budgeting, maintenance, risk assessment, vendor supervision, and compliance inspections.
Responsibilities
- Audit facilities to find and fix issues
- Perform facility risk assessments
- Create procedural manuals and maintenance plans
- Carry out preventive facility checks
- Coordinate vendor quotes and market comparisons
- Monitor contractor performance and project timelines
- Organize training for facility teams
- Create and manage service charge budgets
- Work with finance for account preparation
- Review and approve financial records
- Ensure properties follow legal, health, and environmental standards
- Handle security and cleaning vendor operations
- Lead and manage refurbishments and improvements
- Share performance reports with clients and internal teams
Requirements
- First degree in Electrical Engineering
- Master’s in Facility/Project Management or Engineering
- COREN membership preferred
- 12–15 years in Facility Management
- Must have experience managing commercial properties
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
How to Apply: Click here to apply online
Senior Property Manager
Location: Lagos
Scope
Manage and grow Knight Frank’s Property Management service line to meet annual performance targets.
Responsibilities
- Oversee property operations including client relations, leasing, and reporting
- Resolve tenant issues and manage lease documentation
- Generate detailed service charge and financial reports
- Liaise with vendors (security, cleaning, landscaping, etc.)
- Guide and lead property management staff
- Recommend changes in rents to align with market shifts
- Supervise contract compliance and property maintenance
- Implement policies for property management operations
- Monitor budget performance and staffing
- Collaborate with Facility Management on preventive plans
- Maintain tenant satisfaction and ensure full property occupancy
- Represent Knight Frank at relevant housing meetings
Professional Experience and Skills
- Bachelor’s in Estate Management or similar (2nd Class Upper)
- Must be a chartered member of NIESV and ESVARBON
- 12–15 years’ property management background
- Excellent team leadership, research, communication, and analytical skills
System Skills:
- MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
How to Apply: Click here to apply online