Director of Leasing - REMOTE (L-6976)

Poline Search Partners; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail real estate firm is seeking a Director of Leasing to develop and execute leasing strategies for their portfolio. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of leasing experience, a strong background in retail leasing, and excellent negotiation skills. This role emphasizes relationship-building with tenants and brokers. Must be located in AZ, CA, NV, OR, or WA.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of leasing experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of the retail leasing process.
• Excellent track record negotiating leases.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospective tenants for shopping centers.
• Establish relationships with retailers and brokers.
• Draft and negotiate lease proposals.
• Prepare annual leasing budgets for properties.
• Implement leasing and marketing strategies.
• Be knowledgeable about assigned markets.

Skills

Sales skills

Negotiation skills

Effective communication

Relationship management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Self-starter mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

REMOTE: Must live in AZ, CA, NV, OR, or WA

Our Client is one of the nation's leading owners and operators of open-air retail shopping centers and has expertise in all facets of commercial real estate. Their portfolio includes millions of square feet of attractive retail space and continues to expand as they complete additional acquisitions. They are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are driven by a strong culture and entrepreneurial foundation.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Leasing is responsible for establishing and executing a strategic leasing plan for a portfolio of properties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Continuously identify prospective new tenants for shopping centers and present leasing opportunities through cold calling and canvassing.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local and national retailers as well as real estate brokers; including involvement in relevant ICSC events.
• Draft and negotiate proposals for new leases and lease renewals.
• Play an active role in the preparation of annual leasing budgets for assigned properties.
• Active involvement in developing and implementing Leasing/Marketing strategies for each assigned property to ensure budget projections are met or exceeded.
• Be an expert in the markets of assigned properties: prospective tenants growing in market, competing shopping centers, market rents and trends.
• Drive speed to execution: push deals from LOI to grand opening as soon as possible.

SOFT SKILLS/BEHAVIORS:

• Effective communicator and presenter.
• Strong sales, negotiation, closing skills.
• Adept at developing and maintaining relationships.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize high volume of deals.
• Self-starter operating mindset with a “make it happen” drive.
• Ability to problem solve in difficult situations.
• Efficiently organize, plan, schedule, and execute tasks.
• Collaborative, respectful, inclusive, positive attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency and desire to consistently outperform.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7-10 years of Leasing experience.
• Extensive knowledge of retail leasing process, LOI and Lease terminology.
• An excellent track record of successfully negotiating leases with national retailers.
• A deep understanding of the entire retail leasing process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel frequently, as required.