Job Summary
TUHF sees people and potential where others see decline.Founded and managed on the principles of commercially competitive impact investment, TUHF is playing a crucial role in affordable housing and urban development around the country. As a Non-Bank Financial Services Company, it has leveraged its reputation and presence in the capital markets to secure significant investment in order to support clients to develop affordable rental housing and mixed-use businesses in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Durban, Cape Town, East London, Pretoria and Gqeberha.
Paul Jackson is the founder and current CEO, and he will be retiring in 2025. His leadership has helped create a vibrant team across seven branches who work hand-in-hand with entrepreneurs throughout the lifecycle of commercial property finance loans. This specialised team goes to great lengths to deliver on their primary objective of seeing the value that others don't.
"In city centres and throughout urban areas, we see thriving property markets and ample opportunity to provide commercial property finance for development and investment. In run-down buildings, we see the potential for families to live in a safe and secure environments. In people, we see the entrepreneurial capability to create well-run businesses, providing employment and multiplying our economy."
TUHF is looking for an individual who believes in this purpose, to simultaneously make commercial returns for shareholders and to make a difference. They must be able to capitalise on the company's existing market niche position to increase both investment and operations. Engaging with capital markets to secure funding, legal & financial governance, strategy formulation & implementation, systems & infrastructure, risk management, marketing and human resources are all ultimately under the supervision and oversight of the CEO. This means an industry expert is needed who is able to pull all of these facets of the business together in an ever-changing landscape where the dynamics of urban environments, technological advancements, industry trends and new legislation provide the platform to enhance both services and investment offerings.
TUHF's new CEO should not be afraid to question the norms and find solutions, and will need to be able to manage at an executive level whilst remaining in touch with the heartbeat of our Nation's cities. Whilst a university qualification and professional registration / MBA is required, experience in capital raising and development finance over a minimum of 10 years is no less important. We can consider only those with an entrepreneurial mindset who are influential within the residential sector, and who are excited by and experienced in the impact of developing housing in cities, both in terms of the financial returns and the empowerment of communities.
PLEASE NOTE : All direct or third party application will be forwarded to Macdonald & Company