Leasing Strategy Leader for National Retail Centers

DLC Management Corp.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Hybrid work model

Paid time off 20+ days

Paid holidays 13+

Parental leave

Industry training

Open door policy

Mentorship program

Job summary

DLC Management Corp. in Chicago seeks a VP of Leasing to lead a strategic leasing plan across a portfolio of open‑air shopping centers.

You will develop and execute leasing strategies, identify market trends, and build strong relationships with tenants, brokers, and internal teams. The role requires 5-10 years of leasing experience, deep knowledge of LOI and lease terminology, and a proven track record of negotiating leases with national retailers.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of Leasing experience.
• Extensive knowledge of retail leasing process, LOI and Lease terminology.
• Excellent track record of negotiating leases with national retailers.
• Deep understanding of the entire retail leasing process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel frequently, as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute leasing strategy for assigned properties in DLC’s portfolio.
• Identify market trends and use data to inform leasing decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, including local tenants and national retailers, brokers, and internal teammates within all disciplines.
• Negotiate LOI’s and lease terms for deals within assigned properties.
• Partner with Legal department to ensure leases are drafted properly and executed timely.
• Submit LPA’s in CRM for each fully negotiated LOI at properties.
• Review/approve LPA’s for renewal/new deals submitted by Renewal Manager/internal Leasing Reps.
• Manage and provide direction to internal Leasing Representatives and outside brokers on active and potential deals.
• Conduct quarterly property visits/market tours with brokers/internal Leasing Reps to evaluate changes in the market and talk through strategy on lease-up of every vacancy.
• Develop and manage property-level annual leasing budgets that align with overall property strategy/business plan.
• Review and analyze data and leasing market trends to optimize pricing strategies and lease structure.
• Attend weekly property acquisition calls to provide updates on Leasing activity.
• Conduct on-site and phone interviews with national retailers for tenant interviews during the due diligence process for acquisitions.
• Participate in monthly calls with JV Partners to walk through leasing pipeline.
• Conduct monthly renewals call with Renewal Manager, Head of Leasing and other VP’s of Leasing to coordinate upcoming action plan.
• Coordinate with Property Management on resolving active issues to ensure assets are functioning in a first-class manner.
• Coordinate with Property Management on GWO deals and inform them on timing of deal completion to begin their work.
• Collaborate and coordinate with internal departments during acquisition process and when tenants are vacating a space.

Skills

Leasing experience

Negotiation

Retail leasing process

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DLC Management Corp. in Chicago seeks a VP of Leasing to lead a strategic leasing plan across a portfolio of open‑air shopping centers.

You will develop and execute leasing strategies, identify market trends, and build strong relationships with tenants, brokers, and internal teams. The role requires 5-10 years of leasing experience, deep knowledge of LOI and lease terminology, and a proven track record of negotiating leases with national retailers.