Position Summary

Accountable for leasing commercial retail and some office projects, as well as portions thereof, towards the attainment of corporate objectives.

Job Title

Senior Leasing Manager

Reports To: VP, Leasing

Department: Leasing

Responsibilities

Leasing

- Prepare, negotiate and consummate Lease Proposals, Offers to Lease and Leases in collaboration with and under the direction of the VP of Leasing;
- Monitor all existing tenancies and their expiration dates; negotiate and complete extension agreements in advance of maturities;
- Cold calling (canvassing prospective tenants) and preparation of Travel Logs;
- Oversee various projects to ensure completion and finalizing deals in a timely manner, reporting such information on a daily basis;
- Maintain and develop rapport with designated tenant accounts;
- Understand markets, projects, and sites thoroughly, including periodic site visits, regular market visits, coordinating proforma updates with analysts, and leasing site plan updates;
- Service national and / or regional accounts as assigned;
- Project management for assigned properties – visit, stay updated, provide input;
- Keep Vice President and SVP plus other stakeholders informed about tenant or project issues, and maintain leasing activity database;
- Provide input, strategies, and direction on new sites and vacancies with respect to feasibility and availability of leasing, and monitor execution by leasing team members;
- Coordinate with construction department to ensure any lease work is satisfactory and timing requirements are met;




- Coordinate with property management to ensure sites are in good condition and devise improvement strategies;
- Monitor arrears in each project managed property and assist in collections where possible;
- Maintain input for monthly reports to senior management, including vacancy and renewal reports.

Academic/Qualified Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Planning, or related field.

Required Skills/Experience

- Minimum 6 years of leasing experience in retail real estate leasing as the sole core responsibility.
- Minimum 3 years leasing directly for a landlord in Canada.
- Advanced negotiating skills with excellent oral and written communication, able to communicate across all levels, including external parties.
- Must own a personal vehicle and hold a valid driver’s license.

Values

The Senior Leasing Manager must client focused , advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally. They must take accountability for decisions made and conduct themselves in a respectful and ethical manner representing the company’s interests. They shall demonstrate entrepreneurialism and behave as an owner in daily tasks, showing creativity and resourcefulness. The Senior Leasing Manager is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in sharing ideas and achieving common goals.

The expected base pay range is: $110,000‑$145,000. Salaries may vary by location, experience, qualifications or skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

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🏢 SmartCentres REIT
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