Committee Members: Investment Committee and ESG Committee

A leading South African real estate investment business is seeking to appoint three external members to its Investment Committee, and three external members to its ESG Committee. They are expanding into the US and Europe and are looking for Investment Committee and ESG Committee members from both areas. These committees play a central role in evaluating, advising on, and approving investment opportunities, ensuring that decisions align with the organization’s strategic, financial, and governance objectives.

Skills and Expertise Sought

We are seeking seasoned professionals with strong track records in one or more of the following areas:

• Real Estate Investment Expertise: Significant experience in real estate acquisitions, asset management, or private equity transactions. Candidates should demonstrate deep understanding of market cycles across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors and a proven ability to assess and structure complex property investments.
• Financial Acumen & Fund Management: Advanced financial analysis and valuation skills, ideally supported by qualifications such as CFA or equivalent. Experience in fund management, capital allocation, or portfolio oversight would be highly regarded.
• Strategic Vision & Sector Knowledge: Proven ability to align investment decisions with long-term strategic objectives. This may include former CEOs or senior executives with experience in real estate development, investment strategy, or growth planning.
• Environmental Sustainability & Climate Expertise: Specialists in green building, climate risk, or environmental management within real estate. Ideal candidates may hold LEED, BREEAM, or similar accreditations and bring proven experience in energy efficiency, carbon reduction, or climate adaptation strategies for property assets.
• Social Impact & Community Engagement: Leaders in social impact investing, community development, or diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). This may include individuals with experience in urban regeneration, stakeholder engagement, or social performance measurement in property or investment contexts.
• Governance, Ethics & Compliance: Experienced professionals in corporate governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance. Candidates may have served as non-executive directors, governance advisors, or compliance leaders in financial or real estate sectors, ensuring transparency, integrity, and accountability in ESG oversight.
• Impact Investing & Sustainable Finance: Practitioners or investors skilled in sustainable finance, impact measurement, and ESG integration. Expertise in frameworks such as the UN PRI, GRESB, or sustainable finance taxonomies will be highly valued.
• Real Estate Insight with ESG Integration: While ESG credentials are essential, familiarity with the real estate investment landscape is equally important. Candidates should understand how sustainability factors influence property value, tenant demand, and long-term asset resilience.
• Diverse Perspectives & Global Outlook: We encourage applications from individuals who bring diversity of thought, background, and geography. Candidates may be based locally or internationally, provided they can participate effectively in virtual committee meetings.
• Risk Management & Regulatory Insight: Strong understanding of risk identification and mitigation within the real estate and financial sectors. Expertise in compliance, climate risk, or regulatory frameworks would add particular value.
• Global Perspective & Market Connectivity: International exposure to real estate markets (e.g. North America, Europe, or Asia-Pacific) and insight into global trends, capital flows, and cross-border investment practices.
• Leadership, Governance & Credibility: Demonstrated experience in governance, board, or fiduciary roles. We seek respected leaders who combine integrity, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach to decision-making.

Eligibility and Exclusions

Please note that the following profiles will not be considered at this stage:

• Current C-suite executives or partners of direct competitor firms (active REITs, real estate private equity platforms, or developers operating in similar markets).
• Individuals with excessive capacity constraints (e.g. serving on more than three active boards or committees).
• Candidates with unresolved regulatory, sanctions, or litigation exposure, or those subject to ongoing action by FSCA, JSE, SEC, or equivalent authorities.
• Politically exposed persons (PEPs) in current senior public roles where conflicts cannot be mitigated.
• Individuals requiring non-standard governance protections or compensation terms inconsistent with the committee’s framework.

Commitment and Process

Members will contribute to a skills-based committee designed to provide balanced oversight and diverse perspectives. This structure ensures rigorous due diligence, effective challenge, and sound investment decision-making.

This opportunity offers the chance to influence the direction of a sophisticated real estate investment platform while engaging at a strategic level with senior leadership and peers across the industry.

The Investment Committee will convene three virtual meetings per year, with preparatory reading and contribution expected between sessions. Members will receive a competitive sitting fee per meeting.

To ensure confidentiality and impartiality, the name of the appointing organisation will be shared only with shortlisted candidates.

Expressions of Interest

To express interest, please submit a concise CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and areas of expertise to elmarie@nedcareers.com by 12 November 2025.

Location: Virtual (Meetings held online)

Commitment: 3 meetings per year

Remuneration: Competitive sitting fee per meeting

Closing date: 12 November 2025