Head of Leasing (Retail)

The Management Recruitment Group (MRG); England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A property recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a dynamic Business Director to lead the UK leasing function and drive income growth. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in leasing. Responsibilities include managing the leasing team, delivering leasing strategies, and collaborating with senior leadership. This full-time role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the retail-focused portfolio.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in leasing and commercial property.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the UK leasing team overseeing the full leasing lifecycle.
• Drive income generation and value creation across high-profile assets.
• Manage external consultants and letting agents.

Skills

Leadership experience in leasing

Strong commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Understanding of retail dynamics

Job description

Business Director - Real Estate Executive Search and Property Recruitment

Head of Retail Leasing – UK

London

On behalf of a UK property company, we’re seeking a dynamic Head of Leasing to lead the UK leasing function, drive income growth, and shape the future of our retail focused portfolio.

About the Role

As Head of Leasing, you will:

• Lead and manage the UK leasing team, overseeing the full leasing lifecycle from new lettings to renewals and rent reviews.
• Drive income generation and value creation across high-profile assets.
• Collaborate with senior leadership across multiple markets to deliver strategic goals.
• Champion innovation in leasing models and capital deployment.
• Build strong relationships with occupiers, agents, and internal stakeholders to enhance portfolio performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver leasing strategies aligned with business plans and income targets.
• Lead complex negotiations and high-value transactions.
• Support capital projects and repositioning initiatives.
• Manage external consultants and letting agents.
• Foster a high-performance culture within the leasing team.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in leasing and commercial property.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep understanding of occupier markets and retail dynamics.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results under pressure.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance, Sales, and Business Development