Executive Director - Leasing

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) profit-sharing plan

Paid parental leave

Wellness and fitness incentives

Job summary

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. seeks a seasoned Leasing Executive in Seattle to develop and execute leasing strategies, evaluate markets, and lead negotiations. Candidates should have at least 8 years of commercial real estate experience, strong financial modeling skills, and an advanced degree is preferred. The expected salary range is $150,000 to $200,000 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k), paid time off, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of progressive leasing or commercial real-estate experience.
• Demonstrated leadership of complex transactions.
• Strong expertise in market analysis and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive leasing strategies.
• Lead complex lease negotiations from initial engagement.
• Serve as a senior representative within the life sciences community.

Skills

Market analysis

Financial modeling

Lease structuring

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive leasing strategies across assigned assets and development projects
• Evaluate market conditions, competitive assets, and development pipelines to inform pricing, positioning, and deal structuring decisions
• Identify and pursue high-value tenant opportunities aligned with portfolio objectives and targeted returns
• Establish target tenant strategies for new development and redevelopment initiatives
• Drive quarterly and annual leasing performance against established goals

Regional Leasing Strategy & Portfolio Performance

• Develop and execute comprehensive leasing strategies across assigned assets and development projects
• Evaluate market conditions, competitive assets, and development pipelines to inform pricing, positioning, and deal structuring decisions
• Identify and pursue high-value tenant opportunities aligned with portfolio objectives and targeted returns
• Establish target tenant strategies for new development and redevelopment initiatives
• Drive quarterly and annual leasing performance against established goals

Transaction Leadership & Deal Structuring

• Lead complex lease negotiations from initial engagement through execution
• Structure transactions to optimize long-term asset value and financial performance
• Oversee the full leasing lifecycle, ensuring timely occupancy and rent commencement
• Guide financial analysis, underwriting, and deal comparisons to support decision‑making
• Partner closely with internal teams to ensure seamless transition from lease execution to operations

Market Engagement & Business Development

• Serve as a senior representative of Alexandria within the regional life sciences and innovation community
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with brokers, tenants, universities, research institutions, and economic development agencies
• Oversee brokerage relationships and listing agents to maximize market exposure
• Participate in high‑level pitch presentations and business development initiatives

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Reporting

• Partner with Asset Services, Development, and Marketing teams to align leasing strategy with asset positioning and execution
• Provide executive‑level leasing updates, pipeline visibility, and market insights to regional and corporate leadership
• Ensure accurate tracking of leasing activity, market intelligence, and portfolio performance metrics

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• At least 8 years of progressive leasing or commercial real‑estate experience with demonstrated leadership of complex transactions
• Strong expertise in market analysis, financial modeling, and lease structuring
• Advanced negotiation skills with a track record of driving portfolio performance
• Proven ability to build and leverage relationships across brokerage, tenant, and institutional networks
• Excellent executive‑level communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of life sciences, innovation clusters, or technical real‑estate environments preferred
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including periodic travel to support leasing and market initiatives

The expected annual base range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000 USD, plus annual discretionary bonus. This hourly wage range is an estimate, and the actual hourly wage may vary based on the consideration of many factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the individual’s knowledge, experience, education, qualifications, skills, job location, and the Company’s compensation practices. Please see a summary of our benefits here.

Benefits

• 100% company‑paid premiums (top‑tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)
• Generous 401(k) profit‑sharing plan
• Significant paid time off and holiday time
• Paid parental leave
• Generous rewards and recognitions
• Annual company paid time off for volunteering
• Wellness and fitness incentives
• Mentoring and career development opportunities
• Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500 company, is a best‑in‑class, mission‑driven life science REIT making a positive and lasting impact on the world. Alexandria pioneered the life science real estate niche in 1994 and has built high‑quality Class A/A+ properties across leading life‑science innovation clusters. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science companies through its venture capital platform.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and/or local law or ordinance, including, without limitation, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, family‑care status, veteran status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or sexual orientation.