Retail Leasing Manager – Shopping Malls

TAT IT Technolgies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in retail leasing in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Retail Leasing Manager with substantial UAE experience. You will manage tenant relations, execute leasing strategies, and ensure compliance with leasing regulations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in retail leasing and exceptional negotiation skills. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years total experience, including 5-10 years in UAE retail leasing.
• Strong understanding of tenant curation, lease structuring, and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Leasing in executing leasing strategies.
• Engage potential tenants and maintain a tenant database.
• Prepare lease documents and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Retail leasing

Tenant negotiations

Mall operations

Client relationship management

Tools

YARDI

Job description

Urgent requirement for Retail Leasing Manager – Shopping Malls (UAE Experience Mandatory) is required for our client in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Mandatory Requirements

• Total experience minimum 10 years, 5–10 years of UAE experience in leasing retail units within shopping malls is MUST
• Strong experience of tenant mix, lease negotiations, and mall operations
• Strong experience in tenant curation, lease structuring, and rent negotiations.
• Strong experience in Mall Operations Knowledge – Understanding of fit-out, handover, and operational coordination.

The role involves supporting the Head of Leasing and General Manager in executing leasing strategies, policies, and procedures for the day-to-day operations of the commercial leasing department.

Key Responsibilities

• Marketing of Properties / Assets
• Identify and engage potential tenants for available spaces.
• Develop and maintain an updated tenant database, sharing insights with the management team.
• Build and nurture client relationships to generate referrals and leasing opportunities.
• Provide clients with market intelligence and leasing trends.
• Support marketing efforts, including collateral updates, events, and promotions.
• Attend trade shows and industry events (e.g., MECS+R) to network and identify leasing prospects.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing tenants to ensure renewals and retention.
• Leasing of Assets
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting of leasing income.
• Achieve targeted occupancy levels and lease revenue.
• Prepare and negotiate Letters of Intent (LOIs), tenancy agreements, and related leasing documents.
• Respond to RFPs/SFOs professionally and within deadlines.
• Analyze market rents, incentives, and competitive properties for pricing accuracy.
• Conduct leasing review meetings and liaise with the management team regularly.
• Lease Administration
• Prepare and issue lease offer letters and agreements promptly.
• Ensure timely collection of reservation deposits and advance payments.
• Manage lease data in ERP systems (e.g., YARDI) for accuracy and compliance.
• Liaison & Registration
• Coordinate with HR and Legal teams to ensure proper registration of lease agreements with government authorities, avoiding penalties.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain effective communication with tenants, landlords, and clients.
• Prepare and present periodic leasing activity reports and forecasts.
• Support the GM – Business Development & Leasing in achieving departmental goals.

Job Authorities

• Responsible for budgeting and forecasting leasing revenues.
• Coordinate with the Legal Team to resolve tenant-related legal matters.

Skills: retail, commercial leasing, shopping