Commercial Leasing Manager

Public Storage; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Storage is seeking a Leasing & Portfolio Negotiator to manage end-to-end leasing across multiple asset classes. The role focuses on securing qualified tenants, leading negotiations, and driving renewals to maintain optimal occupancy.

The position collaborates with Operations, Property Management, and Accounting, using tools like Yardi Voyager, Deal Manager, and Forecast Manager to maintain market intelligence and reporting. A strong client-facing stance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, real estate or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in commercial leasing
• 5+ years of commercial leasing experience
• Strong communication and transactional skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Cross-functional work with Operations, Property Management, Accounting and other departments
• MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Yardi Voyager, Deal Manager, Forecast Manager and PowerPoint are a must

Responsibilities

• Leasing & Negotiations: secure qualified tenants, lead end-to-end deal process from proposal to lease signing.
• Execute strategic renewals to support optimal occupancy.
• Conduct property tours and screen prospective tenants.
• Identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication

Transactional skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, real estate or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Yardi Voyager

Deal Manager

Forecast Manager

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

Since opening our first self-storage facility in 1972, Public Storage has grown to become the largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the world. With thousands of locations across the U.S. and Europe, and more than 170 million net rentable square feet of real estate, we're also one of the largest landlords.

We've been recognized as A Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute. And, our employees have also voted us as having Best Career Growth , ranked us in the Top 5% for Work Culture , and in the Top 10% for Diversity and Inclusion .

We're a member of the S&P 500 and FT Global 500 . Our common and preferred stocks trade on the New York Stock Exchange.

Public Storage is the nation’s leading self-storage provider, recognized for its iconic orange doors and commitment to delivering simple, reliable solutions to millions of customers across the country. We are expanding our creative team to enhance our consistent and engaging visual brand presence.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Leasing & Negotiations

• Experience in leasing multiple asset classes including office, retail and industrial flex.

• Secure qualified tenants for vacant units at or above budget expectations.

• Lead the end-to-end deal process – from proposal, RFPs and client presentations through negotiation and document review to lease signing.

• Execute strategic renewals to support optimal occupancy.

• Conduct property tours and screen prospective tenants.

• Identify new business opportunities.

Portfolio Support & Operations

• Collaborate with Operations/Property Management to maintain market-ready spaces and properties.

• Visit all vacant units no less than quarterly and all properties regularly.

• Manage third-party brokers as needed.

Market, Analytics & Reporting

• Lead marketing efforts across LoopNet, CoStar, Crexi, Commercial Café, PS website, craigslist, and social media.

• Maintain property competitive sets and asset plans.

• Stay on top of market statistics and trends.

• Support annual budget process with accurate market intel.

• Maintain CRM daily.

• Providing ongoing leasing activity reports.

• Work with Accounting to resolve tenant rent or collection issues.

• Support special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, real estate or related field. Or Minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial leasing

• 5+ years of commercial leasing experience

• Strong communication and transactional skills

• Attention to detail

• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment

• Have the capability to work cross functionally with Operations, Property Management, Accounting and other various departments

• Word, Excel, Outlook, Yardi Voyager, Deal Manager, Forecast Manager and Power Point are a must

Additional Information

Workplace

• One of our values pillars is to work as One Team and we believe that there is no replacement for in-person collaboration but understand the value of some flexibility. Public Storage teammates are expected to work in the office five days each week with the option to take up to three flexible remote days per month.

Public Storage is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available for this posting. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions or requiring sponsorship now or in the future. We do not provide training plans or support for F-1 OPT, STEM OPT extensions, or future visa sponsorship.

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We are united under one common goal – creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, included, and excited to be part of a best-in-class team. With over 5,000 team members from all different races, backgrounds, and life experiences, we celebrate inclusion and value the diversity each person brings to Public Storage. We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion makes us a stronger Company and instills a sense of pride across our teams and the customers we serve.