Senior Leasing Manager
Position Summary
Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Leasing Manager to join their dynamic team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is a skilled negotiator well versed in national retail leasing to help execute the company's leasing strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Lease Strategy, Negotiation & Documentation
- Independently negotiate, and revise lease proposals, LOIs, amendments, estoppels, SNDAs, and other lease-related documents with limited oversight.
- Lead the coordination of internal legal, asset / property management teams to ensure timely and accurate lease execution.
- Maintain a high-level understanding of tenant risk, opportunities, and timing, proactively identifying issues that may impact deal completion.
- Oversee the full lifecycle of the deal pipeline, review incoming leads, qualify prospects, and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership regarding deal negotiation status.
Tenant, Broker, & Partner Relationship Management
- Serve as a primary leasing point of contact for brokers, tenants, and external partners, to drive leasing velocity across the portfolio.
- Manage renewal negotiations, option discussions, and tenant retention strategies to maximize occupancy and rent growth.
- Oversee leasing brokers' creation of marketing materials for vacancies, ensuring accuracy and alignment with asset strategy and competitive market trends.
Reporting & Analytics
- Review and update property rent rolls and site plans; ensure accuracy for internal reporting and underwriting.
- Maintain detailed leasing reports and activity dashboards to track upcoming tenant rollover and deal status.
- Analyze tenant financials, perform credit reviews, and summarize key risks or strengths for deal decision-making
Leadership & Process
- Train and mentor leasing staff on best practices, documentation standards, and CRM usage.
- Identify opportunities to streamline leasing processes and enhance communication across departments.
- Participate in annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning discussions related to leasing performance.
Qualifications
Experience & Background
- 4-7 years of commercial leasing experience (retail preferred with national anchor experience ideal).
- Proven track record of negotiating LOIs, leases, amendments, and renewals with limited oversight.
- Experience working directly with brokers, tenants, attorneys, and property/asset management teams.
- Familiarity with reading and interpreting site plans, rent rolls, surveys, and basic construction drawings.
Technical Skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, and basic modeling.
- Ability to perform credit checks and analyze tenant financial statements.
Communication & Relationship Management
- Strong negotiation, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to represent the company professionally with brokers, tenants, and external partners.
- Skilled at managing multiple stakeholders, maintaining momentum on deals, and navigating sensitive tenant conversations.
Strategic & Analytical Capabilities
- Ability to independently assess deal terms, identify risks, and recommend strategic adjustments.
- Strong understanding of market rent trends, competitive positioning, and tenant mix considerations.
Work Style & Professional Traits
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking ownership of assignments from start to finish.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor or guide junior team members (a plus).
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