THE ROLE We are partnering with a well-established and growing Canadian commercial real estate organization seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial

SENIOR MANAGER / DIRECTOR, LEASING VANCOUVER $160K-$185K base salary Full-Time THE ROLE We are partnering with a well-established and growing Canadian commercial real estate organization seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Senior Manager / Director, Leasing to join its team. Based in Vancouver and reporting to the Head of Leasing, you will oversee leasing activity across a significant Western Canadian portfolio. Your primary focus will be large retail properties in British Columbia, with responsibility for additional assets in Alberta.

You will manage the full leasing cycle, develop and execute asset-specific strategies, cultivate relationships with tenants and brokers, and actively pursue opportunities to enhance occupancy, tenant mix, rental revenue, property performance, and long-term asset value. This is a high-autonomy, high-accountability opportunity for an accomplished leasing professional with strong market knowledge, established industry relationships, sound commercial judgment, and the initiative to move opportunities and complex transactions forward with limited oversight. The successful candidate may be appointed at the Senior Manager or Director level, depending on their experience Key Responsibilities Develop and execute leasing strategies for retail properties across British Columbia and Alberta

Manage the complete leasing cycle, including prospecting, tenant outreach, negotiation, deal structuring, documentation, and completion

Source and cultivate relationships with retailers, brokers, tenants, and other industry partners

Negotiate new leases, renewals, expansions, relocations, and other complex transactions

Identify opportunities to improve occupancy, tenant mix, rental performance,



and long-term asset value

Monitor leasing activity, market conditions, retailer trends, and competitive properties

Prepare deal analyses, leasing recommendations, forecasts, market intelligence, and activity reports

Provide strategic ideas and recommendations to the Head of Leasing and senior leadership

Collaborate with property management, asset management, legal, and lease administration teams

Support leasing requirements for select office space within the portfolio

Visit properties and meet with tenants, prospects, and brokers across British Columbia and Alberta

Work independently while maintaining proactive communication with a leasing team located across Canada

Represent the organization professionally within the Western Canadian commercial real estate market Qualifications &

Experience Significant progressive experience in commercial real estate leasing, ideally at the Senior Manager or Director level

Direct leasing experience within retail properties

Strong knowledge of the British Columbia retail leasing market

Demonstrated experience sourcing prospects, structuring transactions, negotiating terms, and closing deals

Commercial real estate or broker licensing in British Columbia and/or Alberta, or the willingness and eligibility to obtain the required licensing within 12 months

Alberta leasing experience is an asset

Office leasing experience is an asset

Strong understanding of lease structures, financial considerations, market dynamics,



and tenant relationships

Experience working across a geographically distributed portfolio or team is an asset

Strong written, verbal, presentation, and negotiation skills Skills &

Competencies Entrepreneurial, motivated, and results-oriented

Strategic thinker with strong commercial judgment

Able to develop a point of view and confidently present recommendations

Comfortable operating with significant autonomy and accountability

Proactive and skilled at moving opportunities forward without extensive oversight

Strong relationship-building and business-development abilities

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple active transactions

Cooperative and comfortable working with colleagues across provinces and time zones

Strong follow-through and attention to detail

Curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning

Able to balance independent decision-making with proactive communication

Practical and creative approach to problem-solving and deal-making WHY THIS ROLE? Competitive salary

Annual bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits commencing upon hire

RRSP matching

Monthly mobile-phone allowance

Complimentary parking at the primary portfolio office

Flexible working arrangements appropriate to a market-facing leasing role

Significant autonomy and direct access to senior leadership

Support from experienced in-house leasing, legal, and lease administration teams

Opportunity to shape leasing strategy across a prominent and growing Western Canadian portfolio

Opportunity to join a well-established organization that provides autonomy while valuing accountability, collaboration, and new ideas If This Isn't You, But.... This sounds like someone you know, DMC has a $500 referral award program . Introductions are always welcome!

📌 Senior Manager / Director, Leasing (Vancouver)
🏢 DMC Recruitment Group
📍 Vancouver