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Join a forward-thinking organization as a Director in Real Estate Management, overseeing a dynamic real estate strategy across multiple locations. This role involves market assessment, lease negotiations, and collaboration with senior leadership to align real estate initiatives with company growth. With a focus on data analysis and trend identification, you will play a crucial role in optimizing the real estate portfolio. This established firm, known for its diverse dining establishments, offers a competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals in the real estate sector.
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Hays Job Reference Number: 1119038
Salary: $140,000 to $160,000, along with a 20% bonus, stock purchase plan, comprehensive benefits, and RRSP contributions.
Your new company
You will be joining an established organization that owns and operates several popular dining establishments across Canada. They are known for their diverse and high-quality dining options.
Your new role
You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the real estate strategy process, including market assessment, competition monitoring, and portfolio optimization, while pursuing new sites and leases. You will demonstrate a solid understanding of current and future real estate trends and opportunities, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to develop a long-term strategy for the real estate portfolio that aligns with the company's overall growth strategy. Conduct deep research and data analysis of thematic trends, economic conditions, relevant market data, and real estate fundamentals impacting the strategy and site selection. Lead lease negotiations for all existing and potential locations, identify and implement collaborative opportunities with stakeholders to optimize real estate value through efficient space use, and act as the primary contact for all contracted Real Estate Brokers and Landlord partners.
What you'll need to succeed
You will possess a post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field, along with 8-10 years of experience in the real estate/leasing sector, with extensive knowledge of the Canadian commercial real estate market. You must be available for frequent travel and have a comprehensive understanding of retail leasing requirements and processes. You should confidently communicate ideas professionally and respectfully with peers and external partners, navigate ambiguity, manage change, and coach others to achieve personal and professional goals. You should be able to self-manage, take initiative, and demonstrate exceptional collaboration skills, while being proficient in market research, data analysis, and trend identification. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for presenting findings and recommendations.
What you'll get in return
You will receive an annual base salary ranging from $140,000 to $160,000, along with a 20% bonus, stock purchase plan, comprehensive benefits, and RRSP contributions.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please email an updated resume to donal.mcilgorm@hays.com with the subject line: Director of Real Estate - Burlington - Job 1119038.