Associate Director / Manager, Leasing, Singapore (Retail Central Leasing)

CapitaLand Investment Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Training & development

Ascott residency discounts

Volunteerism

Wellness programmes

Job summary

CapitaLand Investment Limited in Singapore is seeking a proactive Retail Leasing professional to formulate and execute leasing strategies for its mall portfolio. You will monitor market trends, negotiate leases, and curate a strong tenant mix to drive occupancy and revenue.

You will report to Cluster Head, Leasing or Deputy Head, Leasing, and collaborate with asset managers to strengthen trade concepts. The role requires a CEA license, a degree or diploma in Estate Management or related field,

Qualifications

• Regulatory license (CEA) required.
• Degree or Diploma in Estate Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in retail leasing.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
• Extensive network of retailers and tenants.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lease retail spaces and handle negotiations for new leases and renewals.
• Plan and implement tenancy mix for malls.
• Source and secure tenants to fit tenant mix at the malls.
• Handle leasing inquiries and recommend spaces to prospects.
• Work with asset managers to achieve optimum mall occupancy and revenue.
• Refresh trade mix with new retail concepts.
• Conduct market research on retail market and trends.
• Establish strong network with retailers and tenants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Communication

Networking

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Team player

CEA license

Education

Degree or Diploma in Estate Management, Building or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

Headquartered and listed in Singapore in 2021, CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) is a leading global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold. As at 5 November 2025, CLI had S$120 billion of funds under management. CLI holds stakes in eight listed real estate investment trusts and a suite of private real asset vehicles that invest in demographics, disruption and digitalisation-theme strategies. Its diversified real asset classes include retail, office, lodging, industrial, logistics, business parks, wellness, self-storage, data centres and private credit.

Job Description

You will be part of the Retail leasing team based in Singapore, responsible for formulating and executing leasing strategies for properties within the retail portfolio. Highly sensitive to what is happening in the retail market, you will be able to identify market trends, capitalise on opportunities to secure new tenancies. This position calls for a highly-energetic, driven professional with a diverse industry network; possesses analytical, communication and collaboration skills as well as experience in leasing.

You will report to the Cluster Head, Leasing or Deputy Head, Leasing.

• Responsible for leasing retail spaces in CapitaLand portfolio
• Handle lease negotiations for new leases and renewals for portfolio assigned
• Plan and implement the tenancy mix for malls
• Source and secure suitable tenants that fit into the desired tenant mix at the malls
• Handle leasing enquiries and make necessary recommendation of retail spaces at the malls to prospects
• Work closely with asset managers to achieve optimum mall occupancy/revenue
• Work with malls to constantly strengthen and refresh trade mix with new and exciting retail concepts
• Conduct market research to keep abreast of retail market and trend
• Establish strong network with retailers and tenants

Requirements:

• Due to regulatory requirements, this role requires a valid CEA license
• Degree or Diploma in Estate Management, Building or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in similar capacity in the retail industry
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Possess good network of tenants and contacts
• Possess positive disposition and resourcefulness and a team player
• Sound understanding of the real estate and retail industries preferably in shopping complex
• Computer literate with strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong report writing and presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task and an eye for details
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure with tight deadlines

Benefits

• Flexible benefits with comprehensive medical coverage for self and family
• Training and development opportunities
• Subsidised rates at Ascott serviced residences-
• Strong advocate of staff volunteerism
• Wellness programmes

Closing Statement:

At CapitaLand, we advocate fair employment practices, and recruit talents based on merit and fit with our Corporate values. We provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and build an inclusive workplace regardless of race, gender, age, religious belief or nationality.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.