Commercial Leasing Manager — Wellington

Job description

Stonewood Group is a Wellington-based investment and operating group with a growing commercial property portfolio spanning office, retail and hospitality assets. We're adding a dedicated Commercial Leasing Manager to convert a significant vacant-space opportunity across our Wellington portfolio into signed, performing leases. The role Reporting to the Head of Property Operations, you'll own the full leasing cycle for assigned Wellington vacancies — from prospecting and qualifying tenants through to inspections, proposals, negotiation and lease commencement. This is a hands-on, deal-execution role with clear commercial parameters, a genuine pipeline of opportunity, and direct exposure to portfolio strategy. What you'll do Build and work target lists across office, retail and hospitality occupiers, and run disciplined outbound prospecting. Qualify enquiries, conduct professional property inspections, and progress opportunities to proposal stage. Prepare commercially sound proposals and lead routine negotiations within approved parameters. Coordinate transactions through to lease commencement — heads of terms, due diligence, legal instructions and handover. Maintain an accurate leasing pipeline and report activity, forecasts and market intelligence. Work closely with the Property Manager, internal delivery teams, external agents and legal advisers. What you'll bring At least three years' experience in commercial leasing, commercial property, agency or complex B2B sales. Strong prospecting discipline and confidence engaging senior business decision-makers. A track record of qualifying opportunities, running inspections and closing negotiated outcomes. Sound commercial grasp of net rent, OPEX, GST, incentives, reviews and lease structuring. Excellent written communication and CRM/record-keeping discipline. Sound judgement, discretion, and comfort operating within delegated authority. What's on offer Competitive base salary, plus KiwiSaver and a performance incentive (target approx. 15% of base). Permanent, full-time role based in Wellington. A defined, well-resourced portfolio opportunity — not a cold-start book. Direct reporting line to the Head of Property Operations, with genuine input into portfolio strategy. Apply To apply, send your CV and a brief cover note outlining your relevant leasing experience to this by click the Apply!