Specialty Leasing Manager

BH Properties; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial real estate investment firm in Seattle seeks a Specialty Leasing Manager to drive the leasing program for an urban retail center. This role necessitates a minimum of 5 years in commercial real estate, preferably with specialty leasing experience. The successful candidate will engage with tenants and enhance property values while maintaining strong communication across departments. The position offers a competitive salary range from $75K to $125K, reflecting our commitment to professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial real estate leasing experience.
• Strong background in urban retail centers.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Identify new prospects for the specialty leasing program.
• Ensure specialty leasing enhances property values.
• Negotiate Letters of Intent.

Skills

Commercial real estate leasing experience

Tenant relationships

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office 365 (MS Teams & other applications)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field

Tools

Yardi

MS Excel

Job description

SPECIALTY LEASING MANAGER

www.bhproperties.com

Company

BH Properties is a privately held commercial real estate investment firm focused on value‑add acquisitions in office, industrial, retail, and multi‑family properties throughout the Western United States, along with investments in distressed debt and ground leases. The Company is vertically integrated, with offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Riverside, Phoenix, Dallas, and Houston, and can acquire and close transactions without the need for lengthy due diligence periods. Our 32‑year track record and balance sheet allow us to move quickly and creatively, structuring acquisitions to satisfy sellers’ needs in a highly competitive market. Today, the Company owns and operates approximately 11 M square feet across 18 states.

Position

The Specialty Leasing Manager will be primarily responsible for the specialty leasing program to achieve the property’s specialty leasing income and occupancy goals for a dominant in‑fill urban retail center. The successful candidate will have worked in a principal and / or brokerage environment sourcing and closing short term retail tenants.

The role is highly visible, both internally and externally, requiring skills and experience in leadership, management, and communication.

Location

Seattle, WA

Reporting

Senior Asset Manager

Responsibilities

• Identify new and unique prospects for the specialty leasing program and/or permanent leasing
• Ensure that specialty leasing retailers and amenities enhance the appearance and values of the property
• Generate alternative revenue through ancillary income opportunities, including advertising and sponsorships
• Prepare all license documents coordinating the execution of agreements with the general manager and licensees
• Establish an on‑going partnership with licensees to maximize individual store sales through a retailer communication / sales program
• Work closely with the marketing department to ensure ongoing exposure of the specialty leasing program in the property’s marketing efforts
• Requiring limited travel, managing the leasing process of other retail properties (depending upon candidates’ qualifications and experience)
• Responsible for analyzing and presenting lease economics for deals being proposed
• Negotiating Letters of Intent
• Ensuring the success of a full cycle leasing process including turn‑over and ensuring compliance with all requirements of the lease documents
• Develop relationships with civic and community groups conducive to sourcing opportunities
• Attend select conferences and industry events
• Perform routine property inspections to ensure property and vacant suites are show‑ready
• Maintain and expand relationships with our existing tenants and develop relationships as potential specialty tenants

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field with a strong record of academic achievement
• The candidate will likely have had a minimum of 5 years of commercial real estate leasing experience, with a focus on pop‑ups, kiosks, specialty leasing, and short‑term retail, and/or related experience with a strong background in urban retail centers
• Possesses existing tenant relationships from which to draw upon
• Basic understanding of design and construction process
• Experienced in Yardi, MS Office 365 (MS Teams & other applications), and MS Excel
• Must be highly organized, detail oriented, and able to manage multiple and concurrent projects to achieve goals
• Comfortable in a collaborative team‑oriented environment
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• 20% Travel

Compensation

$75K - $125K

We offer an excellent compensation package along with a chance to grow and develop with a well‑capitalized, privately held, entrepreneurial investment group understanding that it is not just a job, but a career. For immediate consideration please submit your resume with salary requirements. Resumes submitted with salary requirements will be considered a priority.