Lease Manager

Jiffy Lube; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jiffy Lube is seeking a Lease Manager to support negotiations and management of leases within the Real Estate portfolio. You will be the primary contact for assigned franchisees and landlords associated with leases.

Responsibilities include negotiating leases, drafting real estate documents, and analyzing a portfolio of approximately 800 leases. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to independently evaluate information, solve problems, and

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of commercial real estate experience
• Strong commercial business knowledge
• First-hand experience in negotiating real estate leases
• Experience in retail leasing/subleasing is preferred
• Knowledge of commercial real estate documents
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of real estate law is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead lease negotiations and analyze store performance against market conditions
• Interpret lease documents and clauses and implement in a commercially reasonable manner
• Draft real estate leases amendments, assignment and assumption agreements, termination agreements, estoppel certificates, renewal notices and professional letters
• Recognize business opportunities arising from the property portfolio and advise on benefits balancing short-term gains with long-term risks
• Coordinate and manage property management tasks with landlords, franchisees, and property managers
• Perform financial analysis of real estate projects and present options to decision makers
• Process property tax payment requests and other real estate charges
• Exercise ROFRs and prepare Purchase and Sale Agreements
• Assist with site exit procedures and property maintenance issues

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Jiffy Lube is seeking a Lease Manager to support negotiations and management of leases within the Jiffy Lube Real Estate portfolio. This role will be a primary point of contact for assigned franchisees and landlords associated with leases and ad hoc requests. Responsibilities include negotiating leases, drafting real estate documents, and conducting analysis of the real estate portfolio of approximately 800 leases (managed among the team).

The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to independently evaluate information, solve problems, and make routine operational decisions while collaborating across multiple business functions. As a newly established organization, this role requires adaptability and a willingness to quickly learn new systems, processes, and evolving business requirements.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead lease negotiations and analyze store performance against market conditions
• Interpret lease documents and clauses and implement in a commercially reasonable manner
• Draft real estate leases amendments, assignment and assumption agreements, termination agreements, estoppel certificates, renewal notices and professional letters (default notices, consent requests, reminder letters, etc.)
• Recognize business opportunities arising from the property portfolio and advise on the benefits of implementation that balances short- term benefits with long-term risks and exposures
• Effectively coordinate and manage property management tasks with key stakeholders (Landlords, franchisees, property managers, etc.)
• Perform financial analysis of real estate projects and provide varying options to decision makers
• Process property tax payment requests as well as additional real estate charges
• Exercise Right of First Refusals (ROFR’s) and prepare Purchase and Sale Agreements
• Assist with site exit procedures and property maintenance issues

What You’ll Bring

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to independently research, evaluate, and resolve issues using available systems, documentation, and established procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make routine operational decisions with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Success in This Role

The successful candidate will:

• Prioritize and manage multiple deliverables at once
• Meet tight timelines with competing deadlines
• Build and maintaining relationships with franchisees and landlords
• Stay organized and on top of vital dates
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability for assigned responsibilities.
• Independently analyze available information and determine appropriate next steps
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities, evolving systems, and new business processes.
• Maintain productivity and accuracy in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and support organizational growth.

Experience and Qualifications required

• 3-5 years of commercial real estate experience
• Strong commercial business knowledge
• First-hand experience in negotiating
• Experience in retail leasing/subleasing is preferred
• Knowledge of commercial real estate documents
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of real estate law is a plus

Why Join Jiffy Lube?

As Jiffy Lube continues to evolve as a newly established organization, you’ll have the opportunity to help shape processes, improve operations, and make a meaningful impact across the business. We are looking for individuals who embrace change, thrive in collaborative environments, and are committed to delivering accurate, timely, and high-quality work.