Lease Analyst (12 Month Contract)

BGIS; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a Lease Analyst to support nationwide leased portfolio management through the RealLease platform. Responsibilities include ensuring lease data integrity, overseeing rent payments, and advising on budget increases and tax payments.

The role emphasizes analytics, reporting, and coordination with the Property Manager. The position requires a university degree or professional certification and 3–5 years of related experience, with strong Excel/Office skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• University degree or professional certification is required.
• 3 to 5 years of job-related experience.
• Good financial understanding and proficiency with MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong customer focus and ability to read/understand commercial real estate lease agreements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the integrity of the lease administration database (RealLease) with up-to-date property and Landlord information.
• Support the Property Manager in operational issues.
• Advise the Technical Authority on payments due.
• Monitor and verify landlord budget increases with proper backup.
• Ensure realty tax payments are fair and accurate.
• Review landlord records and perform compliance monitoring per Lease Agreement.
• Recommend rents to Government and report on KPIs.
• Coordinate monthly rent roll adjustments and KPI monitoring (DIAI, CFAI).

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Financial understanding

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Bilingual: French/English (asset)

Education

University degree or professional certification

Real Property Administrator designation (asset)

Tools

RealLease platform

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Lease Analyst, in conjunction with our RealLease technology platform, supports our clients nationwide in effectively and efficiently managing their leased portfolios. From abstracting critical lease terms, to accurate payment of rents, to critical reconciliation of landlord billings, to regular review and reporting to providing critical analysis of lease profiles, our services provide tenants maximum leverage and flexibility in leased relationships.

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Lease Analyst, in conjunction with our RealLease technology platform, supports our clients nationwide in effectively and efficiently managing their leased portfolios. From abstracting critical lease terms, to accurate payment of rents, to critical reconciliation of landlord billings, to regular review and reporting to providing critical analysis of lease profiles, our services provide tenants maximum leverage and flexibility in leased relationships.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Subject Matter Expert

• Ensures the integrity of the lease administration database (RealLease) through ensuring all property and Landlord information is up to date and accurate
• Supports the Property Manager in operational issues
• Advises the Technical Authority (TA) on payments due
• Monitors and investigates annual budget increases from landlords then requesting the appropriate backup to substantiate the increase
• Ensures that realty tax payments are fair & equitable
• Reviews landlord records
• Performs Certification and Compliance monitoring as per the Lease Agreement
• Recommends rents to Government
• Generates recommendations on expenditure concerns as well as on procedures and systems related to BGIS
• Liaises with the Property Manager on a regular basis

Reporting and Analytics

• Reports on Monthly Accounts Payable (AP) deliverables
• Prepares year-end reconciliations, year-end CPI adjustments, ensure recoveries are accurate and complete
• Creates reports and performs analysis to make recommendations to stakeholders at all different levels

Administration, Coordination and Validation

• Performs overall coordination & support in the areas of lease administration process improvement
• Administers expenses associated with leased space
• Identifies & validates rental payments
• Coordinates monthly rent roll adjustments with the TA
• Coordinates & monitors Lease Administration Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) (DIAI, CFAI)
• Other duties as required

Knowledge & Skills

• University degree or professional certification
• 3 to 5 years of job-related experience
• Good financial understanding and proficiency with MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Strong customer focus
• Ability to read and understand commercial real estate lease agreements
• Ability to process volumes of data requiring strong attention to detail and accuracy
• French/English Bilingualism is an asset

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Real Property Administrator designation would be considered an asset

This is a full-time contract position with a salary range of $52,864 - $66,080 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

About Us

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About The Team

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services. With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.