Leasing Specialist

Donna Cona Inc.; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm is seeking an experienced Leasing Specialist in Nunavut to lead and oversee leasing operations for a government client. The role involves managing the leasing lifecycle, executing strategies to attract tenants, and negotiating lease agreements. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in commercial leasing, excellent negotiation abilities, and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in property value management and tenant relations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in commercial leasing, ideally within office, retail, or real estate.
• Strong understanding of commercial real estate markets and lease structures.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex commercial lease agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive leasing strategies to attract and retain commercial tenants.
• Manage the full leasing lifecycle from prospecting to closing deals.
• Lead lease negotiations covering rental rates, terms, and incentives.

Skills

Commercial leasing experience

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Job description

Reference #: 8223
Location: Nunavut
Type: Sub-contract

Donna Cona Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Leasing Specialist for one of our key government clients. Our valued client is seeking an experienced Leasing Specialist to lead and oversee leasing operations for their commercial‑space portfolio, which includes office and commercial properties. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial leasing, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven ability to maintain high occupancy levels while maximizing property value.

The Leasing Specialist is accountable to provide the strategic and operational leadership for the management and delivery of specialized commercial property services as a critical and key component for the cost‑effective management of the Commercial‑space Portfolio for the Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut (TIN) and the Government of Nunavut (GN). These services include, but are not limited to, the planning, solution structuring, financing, and implementation of major, complex, high profile, sensitive, and commercial‑space projects/developments.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in commercial leasing, ideally within office, retail or real estate;
• Strong understanding of commercial real estate markets, tenant requirements, and lease structures;
• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex commercial lease agreements;
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and presentation skills;
• Ability to analyze market conditions and provide strategic recommendations;
• Experience working with property management and legal teams is an asset;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute comprehensive leasing strategies to attract and retain commercial tenants;
• Manage the full leasing lifecycle, including prospecting, space tours, proposal preparation, and closing deals;
• Lead lease negotiations covering rental rates, terms, tenant improvements, renewals, and incentives;
• Maintain strong relationships with tenants, commercial brokers, and industry stakeholders;
• Monitor market trends, analyze competitor activity, and adjust pricing strategies accordingly;
• Collaborate with property management, finance, and legal teams to ensure leases meet operational and compliance requirements;
• Track occupancy levels, forecast revenue, and support budgeting and long‑term portfolio planning.

Donna Cona is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. We don’t discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age or any other protected status. We are committed to maintaining a barrier free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals.

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