Compensation $90,600.00 - $113,200.00/yearSchedule Full timeJob Type PermanentHighlightsBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field3-5 years of experience in commercial real estateProven track record in site selection, market analysis, and/or lease negotiationsDescriptionReady to buildwhat's next with one of the world's most iconic brands?Why Join Subway?At Subway, we are not standing still. We are building. This is a business focused on what matters most: growing franchisee profitability, strengthening our brand and creating long-term value. The people who thrive here are the ones who want to make a real impact. You will not just do the work. You will shape it.We move fast. We think like owners. We make decisions that matter. We hold ourselves to a high standard because what we do directly impacts thousands of franchisees around the world. If you bring energy, accountability and a bias for action, you will fit right in. We take the work seriously, but we also know the best results come from teams that support each other, celebrate wins and show up ready to build something better every day. This is your chance to be part of what's next.About the Role:The Real Estate Manager will play a pivotal role in strategically growing and optimizing Subway's restaurant network, ensuring the financial strength of the restaurants through profitable development. This role requires a strategic thinker with in-depth knowledge of the assigned region to identify, evaluate, and secure prime locations for new Subway restaurants, while also overseeing the site approval process with the leadership team.The Real Estate Manager will manage new store openings, relocations, and other real estate activities within their assigned area. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with Single and Multi-Unit Franchisees to support their development targets and goals, acting as a trusted advisor to their real estate efforts.Reporting directly to the Director of Franchising and Real Estate,
the Real Estate Manager will work in tandem with the Field Operations and Franchising teams to successfully execute site selections and development initiatives.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Identify, qualify and pursue high potential real estate opportunities across assigned regionBuild solid relationships & collaborate directly with growth-qualified Single Unit and Multi Unit Operator Franchisees to support their development targets and goals, acting as a trusted advisor to their real estate effortsConduct thorough market research, including demographic, traffic pattern, and competitive analysis, to support site recommendationsCollaborate with and maintain relationships with regional and national brokers, landlords, developers and municipal authorities to secure optimal locationsWork closely & collaboratively with internal teams to prepare and present detailed site proposals, including financial analysis, to obtain corporate approvalsMaintain an up-to-date pipeline of potential properties and provide regular progress reports to senior managementCalibrate market rents and favorable rent/lease terms in partnership with franchisees for new locations identified in order to submit conditional letters of intentLead negotiation and execution of Letters of intent (LOIs) aligned with Subway’s deal parameters and legal requirementsEnd-to-End Development. Support the full development cycle of a site through oversight of key development milestones through to restaurant openingAct as a key stakeholder throughout permitting, build-out, leasing, and opening stages to ensure sites sourced and approved proceed on scheduleQualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, GiS,
Urban Planning and/or related fields strongly preferred5+ years' experience in corporate commercial real estate and market research analysis in the QSR, Fast Casual industry or retail industriesProven track record in site selection, market analysis, and/or lease negotiationsStrong, established network and partnerships with landlords, brokers and developers in assigned territoryStrong understanding of real estate market in assigned territory, including zoning laws and regional nuancesExperience with analytics tools/ real estate market softwareExcellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skillsAbility to travel within assigned territory for site visits, landlord meetings, franchisee meetings, etcProficiency with Excel, Powerpoint and SmartSheetsAbility to manage and oversee site approval presentations, communications and site tracking for real estate in assigned territoryAbility to build strong working relationships cross-functionally and externallyDeep understanding of Canadian Markets & Development landscape related to retail & QSR industriesWhat do we Offer?Insurance Plans (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life)401kCompetitive BonusTuition ReimbursementCompany HolidaysEmployee Resource GroupsVolunteering timeMany More…Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, qualifications, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.The Company is only considering applicants who are currently authorized to work in the country the position is based.AA/EOE/D/VSubway uses technology-assisted tools to support our recruitment process. These tools strictly help organize and sort applications based on job-related qualifications. All decisions are made by people - our recruiting team and hiring managers. If you have questions or would like to request an alternative review process, please let us know.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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