8+ years of experience Senior Manager – Commercial Leasing

Maia; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

MAIA Estates in Bengaluru seeks a Senior Manager – Commercial Leasing to own day-to-day leasing for Office and Retail spaces. You will work with the VP to drive transactions, maintain market intelligence, and manage the commercial tenant pipeline from prospecting to closure.

The role requires 7–9 years in commercial real estate leasing, strong negotiation, and robust MIS reporting. You will coordinate with Legal and Finance and engage broker networks in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 7 – 9 years of experience in commercial real estate leasing with Retail/Office Spaces.
• Sound understanding of Commercial-Techno-Legal nuances, market rental trends, and occupier requirements.
• Should have established relationships and good networking with commercial real estate brokers and occupier-side transaction managers
• Detail-oriented with strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Proficient in pipeline reporting and MIS
• Proficient in English & Vernacular language

Responsibilities

• Leasing Execution: End-to-end Office and Retail leasing across MAIA's portfolio, from enquiry to signed agreement.
• Market Intelligence & Product Alignment: track occupancy, rental pricing, and lease structures; provide insights.
• Pricing & Positioning: provide inputs for strategic pricing and product positioning based on competitors.
• Broker Network: build and manage relationships with brokers and occupier consultants.
• Reporting: maintain pipeline MIS reports and coordinate with Legal & Finance on leases.
• KPI tracking: monitor occupancy, pipeline conversion, and renewal timelines.

Skills

Office Leasing

Retail Leasing

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Market Intelligence

Job description

8+ years of experience Senior Manager – Commercial Leasing

8-12 years

Full-Time

ABOUT MAIA ESTATES

At MAIA, we don’t just build real estate - we build trust, aspirations, and future-forward lifestyles. Established in 2016 by Mayank Ruia in partnership with the Manipal Group, MAIA Estates is redefining the real estate narrative in India through a distinctive blend of intelligent design, meticulous planning, and conscious development.

In under a decade, we’ve earned recognition from prestigious global institutions including the International Property Awards, Asia Pacific Property Awards, and Luxury Lifestyle Awards — but what drives us is deeper: a relentless pursuit of excellence, an unwavering commitment to transparency, and a belief that thoughtful design can meaningfully shape the way people live.

With a portfolio that reflects both innovation and integrity, MAIA has emerged as one of Bangalore’s most respected names in premium residential and commercial real estate. Every space we create is a testament to our core philosophy that true luxury is crafted with purpose, precision, and a deep sense of responsibility.

Our Founder and CEO, Mayank Ruia, brings over 20 years of global expertise in finance and real estate, with a track record that includes the planning and development of over 7.8 million square feet of real estate in Bengaluru and other cities, with marquee developments such as the 27 Summit, Pelican Grove, Kessaku, One Bangalore West, amongst others. His leadership, honed through tenures at Goldman Sachs, UBS, and Everstone Capital, is rooted in customer-centric thinking and operational excellence.

Joining MAIA means stepping into a culture that values bold ideas, meticulous execution, and long-term sustainable impact. We’re not here to follow trends, we’re here to set them. We’re not just building for today; we’re building for the future.

So, if you’re looking to be part of a company and where purpose, performance, and passion go hand in hand - MAIA is where your next chapter begins.

27 Summit – MAIA’s flagship residential development off Richmond Road, Central Bangalore

The Beacon – MAIA’s flagship commercial development on the banks of Nagavara Lake, North Bangalore

Casa Sia – MAIA’s entry into Chennai at Parathasarathy Garden, off Poes Garden, Central Chennai

Pelican Grove – MAIA’s debut residential development on the banks of Jakkur Lake, North Bangalore

Pelican Gardens – MAIA’s next chapter on the banks of Jakkur Lake, North Bangalore

The Seven – MAIA’s foray into South Bangalore, nestled in historic Basavanagudi’s cultural core

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Manager – Commercial Leasing, who will own the day-to-day execution of MAIA's Office and Retail leasing mandate. Working closely with the VP, this role will drive transactional leasing, maintain market intelligence, and manage the commercial tenant pipeline from prospecting through to closure. This is a high-ownership, client-facing role suited to a commercially sharp individual who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

PROJECT IN FOCUS – THE BEACON

The Beacon is envisaged as premium, globally benchmarked commercial office development on the Nagavara Lakefront, North of ORR near Hebbal, offering 1.5 Mn sq. ft. of Grade-A office space ideal for National/Regional HQs, premium GCCs, BFSI, Hi-Tech and Consulting firms. Its key leasing differentiators include a 500-ft landmark tower, 600 ft of lakefront views, premium destination F&B and extensive workplace amenities. Designed by SOM, the project is positioned to be a high-quality, future-ready address for occupiers seeking scale, employee experience and a distinctive corporate presence.

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 7 – 9 years of experience in commercial real estate leasing with Retail/Office Spaces.
• Worked with a Quality Conscious Real Estate Developer or an IPC in the same order of preference.
• Sound understanding of Commercial-Techno-Legal nuances, market rental trends, and occupier requirements.
• Should have established relationships and good networking with commercial real estate brokers and occupier-side transaction managers
• Detail-oriented with strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Proficient in pipeline reporting and MIS
• Proficient in English & Vernacular language

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Leasing Execution

• Execute Office and Retail leasing across MAIA's commercial portfolio, managing end-to-end transactions from enquiry to signed agreement.
• Manage and grow the active commercial leasing pipeline — qualifying leads, scheduling site visits, and driving timely closures.
• Negotiate lease terms in alignment with company pricing and product strategy.

B. Market Intelligence & Product Alignment (Most Critical Responsibility)

• Track competitive occupancy, rental pricing, and lease structures across relevant micro-markets and report insights regularly.
• Ensure MAIA's commercial product offerings and leasing terms remain competitive and in line with market benchmarks.
• Provide ground-level inputs to the VP for strategic pricing and product positioning decisions based on competitor’s offering
• Build and activate a network of commercial leasing brokers, channel partners, and occupier-side consultants.
• Manage ongoing broker relationships including fair co-brokerage conflict resolution, documentation, and payout tracking.

D. Reporting & Coordination

• Maintain accurate pipeline and MIS reports — occupancy status, enquiry logs, lease expiry schedules, and renewal trackers.
• Coordinate with Project, Legal & Finance on lease agreements, stamp duty, registrations, and CAM reconciliations.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Leasing area (sq. ft.) closed — monthly and quarterly.
• Pipeline conversion rate and sales cycle duration.
• Occupancy levels across managed commercial assets.
• Accuracy and timeliness of market intelligence reports

PERSONALITY

• Effective Communication
• Strong Ownership & Accountability
• Pragmatic Problem Solver
• Detail & Quality Oriented

MAIA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and does not discriminate anyone on grounds of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. At MAIA, we’re committed to building a workforce that is more representative of the users we serve and creating a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Visit our website to learn more about our ethos and values.