Senior Leasing Manager

Unibail-Rodamco Germany GmbH; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Health insurance

Meal allowance

Commuting allowance

NS card

Job summary

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) is seeking a Senior Leasing Manager for Mall of the Netherlands in the Netherlands. You will own the leasing strategy, steer the annual business plan, and lead the on-site Leasing Manager to deliver strong leasing KPIs and commercial outcomes.

You will manage relationships with leading brands, coordinate with internal teams, and drive cross‑selling opportunities while ensuring compliance and timely delivery of store openings and relocations.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail property leasing, sales or operations on a high‑quality portfolio.
• Strong negotiation skills and a transaction mindset.
• Ability to lead and develop a leasing team and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the leasing strategy for Mall of the Netherlands.
• Lead budgeting, forecasts and financial reporting for leasing.
• Negotiate lettings from initial discussions to exchange and store opening.
• Build and maintain relationships with brands and JV partners.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimise asset performance.

Skills

Leasing strategy

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

MRICS (desirable)

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Leasing Manager to join our team in the Netherlands, playing a key role in shaping the retail mix at one of Europe’s leading destinations, the Mall of the Netherlands. This is a highly visible, commercially driven role at the heart of the business, where you’ll influence which brands we partner with and how the asset continues to evolve. If you’re motivated by pace, impact, and working closely with some of the industry’s most exciting brands, this could be the opportunity for you. The Senior Leasing Manager will be responsible for the overall leasing performance of Mall of the Netherlands, including direct leadership of the on-site Leasing Manager. This role will define and deliver a clear, commercially focused leasing strategy, ensuring alignment with the asset’s Business Plan and long-term vision. You will take ownership of leasing budgets in partnership with Operating Management, lead both internal and external leasing resources, and be fully accountable for achieving all leasing KPIs. Strong stakeholder management is critical, with responsibility for building and maintaining relationships with brands, joint venture partners, internal UK teams, and the head office in Paris

What you will be doing…

• Own and deliver the leasing strategy for Mall of the Netherlands, ensuring it supports the asset’s commercial and strategic objectives.
• Lead the Leasing input into the Annual Business Plan, budgets/long-term forecasts, and ongoing financial reporting.
• Deliver Business Plan leasing KPIs, including deal volume, vacancy rate, base rent, turnover rent, and ERV growth.
• Track performance and clearly communicate progress, risks, and opportunities to the Leasing Director.
• Provide strong leadership to the Leasing Manager, ensuring effective performance, development, and alignment with asset priorities.
• Set a clear leasing vision for the asset, bringing key stakeholders and the wider team on the journey.
• Build and maintain strong direct relationships with key brands, reducing reliance on agents and driving best-in-class commercial outcomes.
• Ensure full compliance across all leasing activity, including oversight of KYC and internal governance processes.
• Ensure the right resourcing model is in place (within budget), including internal team structure, external agents, and leasing materials.
• Appoint, manage, and motivate external leasing agents, ensuring alignment with asset strategy and delivery of high-quality, commercially focused outcomes.
• Coach and guide agents to ensure consistency with URW standards, including deal quality, brand engagement, and stakeholder management.
• Lead negotiations on new lettings from initial discussions through to exchange, store opening, and completion, including internal and JV approvals and landlord works coordination.
• Drive the introduction of new brands across retail and emerging categories, enhancing the asset’s overall proposition.
• Manage asset-level leasing activity including assignments, break options, surrenders, and regears.
• Lead anchor tenant strategy, focusing on securing, retaining, and optimising key anchor relationships to support long-term asset performance.
• Oversee and challenge key commercial negotiations (including those led by agents) to ensure alignment with financial and strategic objectives.
• Work closely with Retail Design and Development teams to optimise store design and ensure timely, high-quality store delivery.
• Collaborate across internal teams including Operations, Centre Management, Finance, Research, Development, Legal, and Marketing to drive best outcomes.
• Partner with Marketing & PR to maximise exposure and impact of leasing deals.
• Identify and deliver cross-selling opportunities with Commercial Partnerships (e.g. media packages for brand launches).
• Continuously review and optimise unit configuration to maximise income and long-term value.
• Line manage the Leasing Manager, providing clear direction, ongoing coaching and development, and ensuring delivery against individual and asset-level KPIs, with a strong focus on performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What skills, experience, and knowledge will you need to be successful?

• MRICS qualified (desired but not essential) with proven PQE.
• Must have significant experience in the retail property industry with proven track record in leasing, sales, marketing and/or operations on a high-quality portfolio.
• Genuine interest in retail, the dynamics of retail and key trends, with a clear understanding of how long-term sustainability should be a priority over short term gains.
• Excellent negotiation skills combined with a transaction mindset and a keen drive to get deals done.
• Experience or studies in Estate Management or Business Management.
• A good understanding of ESG and how Leasing can contribute to the sustainability agenda.
• A proven track record in building successful relationships with Stakeholders; understanding the strategic objectives and converting into long term partnerships.
• Management experience desirable.
• Confident presenter who can articulate their arguments and recommendations to influence decisions around the business.

Who are we?

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we develop and operate a portfolio of sustainable, premium, mixed-use real estate assets across Europe and the United States. Driven by our purpose to Reinvent Being Together, we are committed to accelerating urban regeneration and rethinking how we live together in cities. Today, 2,000 dedicated individuals are working together to reshape the future of real estate and shopping centers by creating innovative, engaging spaces that truly redefine community connections. Our flagship destinations are more than just places; they're the heartbeat of the community. We empower our employees to make a real impact through volunteering, DE&I programs, and leading ESG efforts. URW is at the forefront of experiential entertainment, constantly pushing boundaries to craft unforgettable in-person and digital experiences. By surprising and delighting our customers, we create magical moments and reinvent togetherness in every interaction.

Why work for us:

We put people's development and learning at the heart of what we do. We'll help you master your role, build your technical skills, and take advantage of top-notch management and leadership programs. From face-to-face workshops to our global online learning resources, we encourage you to make learning a part of your daily routine.

We offer a fantastic bonus scheme, and many other incentives, including company health insurance is available at a reduced tariff.

We offer a one-year contract with an option to extend to permanent; You will get a meal allowance of € 2,- per day and a commuting allowance of € 0,32 cts per km, or an NS business card.

Our company culture Centres on caring for our employees and supporting their success. With diverse roles, you won't be limited to one area but have the chance to grow a broad range of skills and experiences.

We also have other great perks, such as a health care allowance is 5000 SEK per year and 6 weeks' vacation!

Want to know more about what it's like working at URW? Visit our site https://www.urw.com/join-us/life-at-urw

What Matters to Us:

At URW, our purpose is Reinvent Being Together, reimagining how people and communities connect, socialise, and experience dynamic moments in unique and meaningful ways. We are proud to promote equal opportunities and embrace diversity in profiles, experiences, and skills.

At URW, we believe that diversity is the cornerstone of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that respects, values, celebrates, and leverages individual differences to their fullest potential. We evaluate each application with fairness and without discrimination based on disability, age, gender, origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Our commitment is to provide equal access to our services for everyone.

If you require any adjustments for your interview, please let us know in advance, so we can support you accordingly.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and trustworthy working environment, we conduct comprehensive security checks on all employees prior to their start date. These checks may include identity verification, employment history, and criminal record screening, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference in your local communities!

At URW, we welcome the passionate, the strong-willed, the enthusiasts, the fresh thinkers. Here, ambition meets expectation and excitement meets commitment. We all come together to make urban regeneration and the transformation of retail happen. We provide an environment where one can grow and evolve. We see internal movement and international mobility as cornerstones for further growth. In our culture of continuous learning, talented and inspiring people can quickly become leaders. We believe diversity plays an important part in the success of our business, and we are committed to creating an environment which respects, values, celebrates and makes the most of people’s individual differences. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.