Manager, Leasing

Job description

**Who We Are** For over 30 years, our entrepreneurial mindset and strategic vision have fueled our growth into one of Canada’s largest and most successful REITs. Our retail-focused and mixed-use portfolio reflects our commitment to creating vibrant community spaces where people want to shop, live, work, and play. We take pride in our strong legacy while continuously adapting, innovating, and investing in the future. We’re proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Canada’s Greenest Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, and a Greater Toronto Top Employer. At RioCan, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a welcoming, inclusive culture where employees can connect authentically, grow continuously, and bring their whole selves to work. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, lead, and make an impact every day. **POSITION OVERVIEW:** Reporting to the AVP, Leasing the position is responsible for negotiating leasing contracts with tenants and maintaining tenant relationships. Responsible for all economic and legal aspects (documentation) of creating new tenancies and renewals. ### RESPONSIBILITIES: - Develop, build and maintain relationships with potential tenants and manage the potential deal until revenue is realized; - Negotiate deals and complete lease and offer to lease agreements; - Assess current asset positions and determine the best strategy to improve economic performance; - Respond to all tenant issues; - Negotiate and prepare Offers to Lease for execution by Senior Management; - Visit various properties to ensure a strong understanding of various markets and locations; - Go out to each property and do showings and prospecting; - Monitor and review existing tenant relationships; - Attend conventions (ie; ICSC); - Formulate partnerships with existing Real Estate Brokers, prospective Tenants and department heads. Cold call perspective clients; - Maintain accurate and organized records of each transaction; - Create annual budget revenue projections and manage revenue side of assigned portfolio; - Lease available and vacant space within the various properties, including marketing, preparation of offers and negotiate all aspects of formal proposal and lease documents; - Other duties / projects as assigned. ### QUALIFICATIONS: - University Degree; - 5 years of practical experience in leasing; - Advanced negotiating skills accompanied by strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization; - Demonstrated time management skills and must be able to handle multiple tasks/projects in a fast paced environment; - Exceptional interpersonal skills, able to work well with others in a team environment; - Proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook.