Director of Commercial Leasing

Essential Functions

• Develop and execute portfolio-wide leasing strategies aligned with investment objectives and business plans
• Drive the performance of leasing brokers to maximize performance, occupancy and revenue
• Lead all aspects of commercial leasing activity across industrial, retail, office and/or mixed-use assets, including new leasing, renewals, and expansions
• Develop and implement marketing and pricing strategies to achieve occupancy and leasing business plan targets
• Source, cultivate, and maintain relationships with prospective tenants, tenant representatives, brokers, and strategic market participants
• Cook up and coordinate with asset and property management and construction teams regarding tenant improvements, space planning, and project delivery timelines
• Negotiate letters of intent (LOIs), lease agreements, amendments, renewals, and related transaction documentation
• Work closely with legal counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate lease execution
• Recommend leasing/revenue assumptions for annual budgeting and regular reforecasting exercises; and assist acquisitions and asset management teams in developing revenue underwriting assumptions for new acquisitions
• Provide clear and institutional quality reporting to internal and external stakeholders highlighting asset and portfolio-level leasing performance, risks, market data, benchmarking etc.
• Analyze market trends, supply and demand dynamics, competitive properties, rental rate trends, and tenant activity to inform strategic decisions
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Analyze and monitor leasing pipeline and proactively identify opportunities to improve occupancy, tenant mix, and revenue growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in commercial leasing or brokerage
• Demonstrated experience leading complex lease negotiations and executing high-value commercial transactions
• Strong understanding of commercial lease structures, financial modeling, valuation concepts, and real estate investment fundamentals
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working within a fully integrated real estate platform strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required)
• Experience with Yardi and VTS preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time and company holidays
• Creative and collaborative culture