Manager, Specialty Leasing

Primaris REIT; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Primaris REIT is seeking a dedicated Specialty Leasing Manager to join the Halifax Shopping Centre on site in Halifax, NS. You will lead sponsorships, temporary leasing, advertising, and revenue initiatives while ensuring branding and merchandising standards are met.

Responsibilities include negotiating leases, building vendor relationships, managing the budget, and collaborating with Marketing and Operations to grow centre revenue and strengthen community presence.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Business or related field.
• 3–5 years of retail leasing or related experience.
• Real estate/shopping centre knowledge and accreditations.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, specifically PowerPoint & Excel.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prospect vendors for temporary leasing, branded sponsorships and other miscellaneous income including media and vending
• Develop new and innovative ways to increase revenue for the Centre while maintaining high standards of presentation and service
• Maintain a robust database of clients, vendors and new contacts to be used for generating business relationships
• Represent the Centre in the community in order to build external relationships
• Liaise with Marketing and Operations to maintain branding strategies and develop new revenue opportunities
• Establish open and constant communication with all temporary tenants
• Regulate temporary tenant compliance with Centre rules and regulations regarding merchandising
• Document and administer the leasing of retail merchandising units, kiosks, in-line spaces, storage agreements and other miscellaneous revenue components
• Negotiate lease rates with potential vendors
• Create and effectively manage the Centre’s Specialty Leasing budget, including resolving discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner, monitoring revenue, allocation of funds and coding invoices
• Remain well informed of recent developments in permanent Leasing and how it may impact the Specialty Leasing Program and the Centre
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Retail leasing experience

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Business or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Primaris REIT is currently hiring a dedicated and enthusiastic Specialty Leasing Manager to join the team on site at our Halifax Shopping Centre in Halifax, NS. If you have a experience in building Sponsorships, strong negotiation skills, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this exciting opportunity is perfect for you!

Vacancy Status: Replacement

As the Manager, Specialty Leasing, you will be responsible for creating miscellaneous revenue for the Centre and ensuring business activity is aligned with the Centre’s brand identity. You will lead various initiatives to develop sponsorships and media relations, advertising, leasing temporary spaces, and arrange vending. Using your passion for quality design and merchandising standards, you will accomplish the following duties:

• Prospect vendors for temporary leasing, branded sponsorships and other miscellaneous income including media and vending
• Develop new and innovative ways to increase revenue for the Centre while maintaining high standards of presentation and service
• Maintain a robust database of clients, vendors and new contacts to be used for generating business relationships
• Represent the Centre in the community in order to build external relationships
• Liaise with Marketing and Operations to maintain branding strategies and develop new revenue opportunities
• Establish open and constant communication with all temporary tenants
• Regulate temporary tenant compliance with Centre rules and regulations regarding merchandising
• Document and administer the leasing of retail merchandising units, kiosks, in-line spaces, storage agreements and other miscellaneous revenue components
• Negotiate lease rates with potential vendors
• Create and effectively manage the Centre’s Specialty Leasing budget, including resolving discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner, monitoring revenue, allocation of funds and coding invoices
• Remain well informed of recent developments in permanent Leasing and how it may impact the Specialty Leasing Program and the Centre
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates who are strategic, creative and can successfully utilise their strong interpersonal skills. If this opportunity sounds interesting to you, you likely have the following attributes:

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Business or related field
• 3‑5 years of retail leasing or related experience
• Retail Management experience an asset
• Real Estate/shopping centre knowledge and/or accreditations
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, specifically PowerPoint & Excel
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities

Join us and play a vital role in providing outstanding experiences to our valued customers and tenants. We are seeking individuals with a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction.

Compensation:

At Primaris, we believe in rewarding talent with competitive wages and total compensation package. Your compensation is thoughtfully determined based on factors such as location, job level, relevant education or training, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, while ensuring internal equity and alignment with market data.

Expected Salary Range: CAD $70,000 – $90,000

Please note: This is the expected range for the position however, it should not discourage you from applying. If you believe you’re a strong fit for the role, we encourage you to submit your application regardless of salary expectations.

Beyond salary, our total rewards approach reflects our commitment to recognising your contributions and supporting your growth.

Primaris REIT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing fair recruitment and employment practices to all employees and applicants. If you require accommodation for this role, please contact [e-mail].

Primaris is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities in the course of employment, including in recruitment and hiring. If, as a result of a disability, you require accommodation in order to apply for this role and/or participate in the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].