Assistant Manager - Leasing & Property Management

AEON; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail property management firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Manager - Leasing & Property Management to lead property leasing activities and develop strategies for maximizing occupancy rates. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of relevant experience and strong leadership skills. Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and English is required. This role offers a competitive salary and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in property leasing/management.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven track record in lease negotiations and tenant relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee property leasing activities.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize occupancy rates.
• Conduct in-depth market research to support rental pricing strategies.

Skills

Strategic lease management

Market research

Financial acumen

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field

Job description

Assistant Manager - Leasing & Property Management

• Lead and oversee property leasing activities, including tenant negotiations, renewals, and new acquisitions.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize occupancy rates and rental yields.
• Supervise facility maintenance operations and ensure timely resolution of repair works.
• Ensure full compliance with leasing contracts, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct in-depth market research and provide insights to support rental pricing strategies and business planning.
• Prepare, review, and present financial and operational reports to management for decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong tenant relationships, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and proactively.
• Provide guidance and support to Executives/Officers in the team, ensuring work quality and performance standards are met.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strategic lease management and portfolio optimization.
• Market research, rental benchmarking, and competitor analysis.
• Regulatory compliance, risk management, and contract governance.
• Financial acumen in budgeting, reporting, and forecasting.
• Leadership & Team Development: Ability to coach, guide, and motivate junior staff.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Work effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Make sound, timely decisions to resolve operational issues.
• Communication & Negotiation Skills: Clear, persuasive, and professional communication with tenants and management.
• Planning & Execution: Ability to prioritize, delegate, and drive initiatives to completion.

REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in property leasing/management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven track record in lease negotiations, property portfolio management, and tenant relationship management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects under tight timelines.
• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia and English (both written and spoken).