Retail Leasing Associate

Meridian Capital Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Capital Group seeks a Retail Leasing Associate to support on-site leasing in New York. You will prospect and qualify tenants, prepare leasing materials, coordinate tours, and help manage the leasing pipeline.

You’ll analyze market data, track inventory, and collaborate with senior staff to prepare proposals and term sheets, ensuring a responsive, client-focused experience. Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and basic inventory management are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and customer-focused service mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic inventory management for tracking property and leasing data.
• Experience in retail leasing or client-facing sales preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in business/real estate/finance or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities; ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools and CRM/databases.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced on-site team.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify potential tenants.
• Prepare and maintain leasing materials.
• Coordinate property tours.
• Analyze market data and track competitive properties.
• Update inventory and availability for reporting.
• Support leasing pipeline and draft proposals/term sheets.
• Collaborate with senior team and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver a consistent, client-focused experience.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Inventory management

Retail leasing experience

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

CRM tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/real estate/finance

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Company Description

Meridian Capital Group, founded in 1991, is a leading national advisor in commercial real estate finance, investment sales, and retail leasing. The firm maintains strong capital relationships, closing loans with 182 different lenders in 2025, including 35 new partners, and is known for successfully navigating complex transactions. Meridian supports a broad spectrum of real estate investors, owners, and developers across the full asset lifecycle, from acquisition and refinancing to repositioning and ground-up development. Its specialized expertise covers all major property types, including multifamily, office, retail, hotel, mixed-use, industrial, healthcare, and senior housing, providing team members exposure to diverse asset classes and deal structures.

Role Description

The Retail Leasing Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, United States. This position focuses on supporting retail leasing activities, including prospecting and qualifying potential tenants, preparing and maintaining leasing materials, and coordinating property tours. The associate will assist in analyzing market data, tracking competitive properties, and updating inventory and availability information to support timely, accurate reporting. Day-to-day responsibilities include communicating with existing and prospective tenants, helping manage the leasing pipeline, and collaborating with senior team members to prepare proposals, term sheets, and leasing documentation. The role also involves working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure a consistent, customer-focused experience for clients and contributing to the overall efficiency of the leasing process.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Interpersonal Skills and a commitment to Customer-focused Service.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication abilities and a focus on delivering a high-quality Customer Experience.
• Candidates should possess basic Inventory Management skills related to tracking and updating property and leasing information.
• Relevant experience in retail leasing, commercial real estate, or a client-facing sales environment is beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools and CRM or database systems used to track leads and properties.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, on-site team environment and maintain a professional, inclusive approach with clients and colleagues.