Leasing Manager - Tersane Istanbul

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Company Description Tersane İstanbul, one of Turkey’s most ambitious mixed-use destination projects, brings together retail, lifestyle, culture, gastronomy, and entertainment in a unique waterfront setting. As part of this landmark development, The Mall at Tersane İstanbul is set to become a premier shopping and lifestyle destination, offering an exceptional experience for visitors and brands alike. We are looking for a dynamic, commercially driven, and relationship-focused professional to join our team as a " Leasing Manager". Job Description Define and execute integrated leasing strategies for retail, F&B, lifestyle, and hospitality components, aligned with the overall positioning and brand vision of Tersane Istanbul. Lead high-level negotiations with international luxury brands, lifestyle retailers, flagship F&B concepts. Curate and optimize tenant mix to enhance destination appeal, guest experience, footfall quality, and revenue performance. Structure complex commercial agreements, including turnover-based leases and hybrid models. Oversee the full leasing lifecycle, from market strategy and deal origination to contract execution and handover. Monitor global and regional trends in luxury retail, tourism, lifestyle consumption, and destination-led projects. Collaborate closely with asset management, hospitality operations, development, marketing, and branding teams. Manage leasing budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics in line with approved business plans. Prepare executive-level reports and presentations for senior management, investors, and key stakeholders. Represent Tersane Istanbul in international negotiations, industry events, and strategic forums. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred) Minimum 10 years of senior-level experience in retail leasing preferably within luxury, lifestyle, or destination-driven projects Proven track record in leasing premium retail, luxury F&B, experiential concepts Strong understanding of luxury brand positioning, tenant curation, and destination placemaking strategies Advanced knowledge of lease structures and revenue-sharing models Experience working with international brands Strong financial, analytical, and strategic thinking capabilities Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Fluency in English, both written and spoken Additional Information