Retail Leasing Manager

Marvel Placement Consultants; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist is seeking a Retail Leasing Manager in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful applicant will oversee leasing operations, engage with tenants, and ensure optimal occupancy of retail properties. Ideal candidates will possess 4-5 years of retail leasing experience, relevant qualifications, and strong negotiation skills. This is a temporary 12-month contract position with a closing date for applications on April 28.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of proven expertise in retail leasing.
• Experience with new developments managing centers over 20,000 m².
• Valid Driver's License.
• Track record with national or niche tenants.

Responsibilities

• Manage all leasing operations and negotiate lease transactions.
• Support leasing strategy and maintain tenant quality.
• Maximize rental income through direct leasing negotiations.

Skills

Retail Leasing Expertise

Negotiation Skills

Market Research

Tenant Relationship Management

Budget Management

Education

National Senior Certificate

Relevant Degree or Diploma in Retail Management

SACSC Certificate

Active FFC Registration

Job description

Retail Leasing Manager

Our client is known for their expertise in asset management, property development, and retail leasing, and is looking to appoint a Retail Leasing Manager.

Kindly be advised that this position entails a temporary 12-month contract duration.

Responsibilities

• In charge of all leasing operations, including the review and negotiation of lease transactions and agreements.
• Responsible for leasing both existing and newly developed retail spaces to maintain and increase market share.
• Support leasing strategy and project direction.
• Manage retail unit rental for maximum occupancy and premium rental levels.
• Engage with tenants to maintain high-quality tenancy.
• Set and achieve budget rental income targets.
• Undertake direct leasing negotiations with prospective tenants.
• Prepare and review tenancy mix for optimum retail asset performance.
• Provide regular leasing progress reports to Divisional Director.
• Maximize rental income and lease terms through negotiations.
• Ensure leasing targets are met for existing portfolio and new developments.
• Activate leasing promptly to minimize vacancy downtime.
• Maintain relationships with tenants and industry professionals.
• Actively source and secure desired retailers.
• Maintain and review prospective tenant database.
• Conduct market research on new brands and retail trends.
• Monitor competitor developments, rentals, and major deals.
• Review and evaluate shopper profile mix impact on retail sector.
• Stay updated on market changes and build industry network.
• Manage tenant paperwork and lease documentation accurately.
• Oversee deals from inception to completion, including handover meetings.

Minimum Requirements

• National Senior Certificate.
• A relevant degree or diploma in Retail Management will be advantageous.
• Registered and hold an active FFC.
• Hold a SACSC Certificate.
• 4-5 years of proven expertise in retail leasing with a track record of success, including achieving leases with national, international, or niche tenants.
• Previous experience in retail leasing within a new development setting, managing centers exceeding 20,000 m² in size.
• Valid Driver's License.

Closing Date

Submissions for this vacancy will close on the 14 of April.

You still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position until 28 April.

We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant.

However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you.

Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

We are however recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.

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