Leasing Manager

Job Description: Plans, guides, and controls the department activities to achieve the approved targets of leasing retail areas. Develop a senior-level network of retailers, exhibitors, media, and sponsorship partners and strong working relationships that support the growth of the financial performance for the leasing function. Leads and supervises the development of the appropriate merchandising mix for Top Management review and approval. Ensures full coordination with the marketing department and provides support in developing marketing plans and, performing promotion activities. Oversee and support the leasing team in the preparation of databases for potential and targeted retailers. Assesses possible retailers for each space to satisfy the approved merchandising mix and develops shortlists for the leasing committee for review and decision. Plans, guides, and participates in approaching potential retailers to present suitable areas, this includes explaining opportunities and advantages, arranging site visits, and negotiating terms and conditions for leasing. Develops plans for leasing extensions and recommends retail activities that can fill any retail gaps, guides, and monitors the execution of these activities after approval. Participates in the preparation of leasing agreements and defining all terms in cooperation with the Contracts and Legal Affairs Department. Maintains good relations with tenants of the shopping center operations and services provided by the company. Participates in the Leasing Committee activities as determined by the Top Management. Reports the progress and problems in performing planned leasing activities to his/her direct report and implements his/her directives to improve the department's performance and efficiency. To drive the performance capabilities of the team through training, coaching, and mentoring with appropriate and timely feedback or performance appraisals as appropriate. To create opportunities for team development, through formalized development plans, in-house or I'd like for you to perform any other related duties as and when required. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or any related field. Strong command of English. 5-7 years of experience in sales/leasing in the real estate and/or retail sector.Strong leadership, presentation, and negotiation skills. Strong business acumen. Show more Show less