Specialty Leasing Manager

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield; Milnerton; On-site; ZAR 1 687 000 - 2 153 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate management firm seeks a dynamic Leasing Manager to spearhead short-term leasing initiatives. This role focuses on driving revenue goals while developing relationships across retail sectors. Ideal candidates will have sales experience, strong negotiation abilities, and a passion for creating vibrant retail environments. Compensation ranges from $98,000 to $125,000 plus an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in a high-volume sales-oriented position.
• Solid relationship building and negotiation skills to successfully close deals.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles including budgeting & forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Meet / Exceed revenue goals for assigned properties.
• Conduct comprehensive identification of prospective business leads.
• Own the full sales cycle: Source and negotiate all new deals.

Skills

Sales-oriented experience

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Written and oral presentation skills

Goal oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

DocuSign

Job description

Join Our Team as a Leasing Manager – Shape the Future of Retail in Los Angeles!

Are you a driven, strategic thinker with a passion for creating unforgettable shopping experiences? We’re looking for a dynamic Leasing Manager to join our Specialty Leasing team , where innovation meets opportunity.

In this fast-paced role, you’ll lead short-term leasing initiatives across high-visibility spaces—including common areas (RMUs / Kiosks) , local in-line units , and permanent kiosks . From new deals to renewals and amendments, you’ll be the architect of retail activations that energize our iconic Los Angeles destinations.

Reporting directly to the VP of Leasing , you’ll bring sharp financial insight, top-tier communication skills, and a pulse on emerging market trends. Your work will help curate a first-class retail experience that captivates shoppers and elevates our brand.

As a key player on the URW 360 Sales Team , you’ll collaborate across specialties—from permanent leasing and brand ventures to immersive events—driving innovation and impact at every turn.

In this role, your main missions are :

• Meet / Exceed revenue goals for assigned properties
• Conduct comprehensive identification of prospective business leads across multiple sectors, including local, regional, and national retail organizations, branded experiential activations, temporary inline, kiosk operations, and alternative commercial formats.
• Own the full sales cycle : Source and negotiate all new deals, renewals, amendments and prepares / sends all documents for execution
• Develop strategic rent parameters and revenue targets for each property through detailed analysis of sales performance, existing long-term leases, and overarching financial objectives
• Create / maintain specialty program that aligns with the overall company and asset strategy
• Develop deep market understanding and competitive analysis by understanding sales, traffic trends, demographics, and leasing visions for any assigned property
• Execute a center-specific merchandising strategy that supports local business development with timely and relevant concepts
• Maintain financial budget and forecast reports
• Traveling to assigned centers and become expert in local markets

What we are looking for

• 1-3 years’ experience in a high-volume sales-oriented position
• Solid relationship building and negotiation skills to successfully close deals
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles including budgeting & forecasting
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Authentic learner who tackles new challenges, using both successes and failures to guide growth
• The ability to gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Goal oriented and driven to achieve results
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Power Point, Excel) and experience with Salesforce and DocuSign a plus
• Able to identify and utilize all available platforms to generate leads i.e., social media
• Must be able to overcome obstacles and work cross-departmentally to achieve goals

Compensation

Exempt

$98,000 – $125,000 + Discretionary Annual Bonus