Leasing Manager

Job Description

Role PurposeThe Leasing Manager is responsible for heading, managing and overseeing all aspects of the leasing function, including developing the leasing plan to identify, attract and retain tenants and negotiate to achieve the best possible outcome, to ensure the proper tenant mix in line with the business plan.Responsibilities:Manage all leasing activities including vetting prospective clients, attracting new tenants, rental negotiations and the development of attractive leasing packagesDevelop and maintain a long-term beneficial relationship with all prospective retail groups, to ensure continued stream of business opportunitiesKeep attuned to retail market trends and developments and be knowledgeable about competitive landscapeImplement all the necessary documentation required in the fulfillment of activities such as leasing, renewals, moving in, moving out and renovationResponsible for leasing premises according to defined retailer mix and ensure optimal retailer mixMonitor tenant mix to ensure commercially profitable to the mallManage day-to-day operations of leasing and ensure maximum optimization of resourcesReview and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure effective organisational managementCoordinate and attend to tenants and clients need and provide optimal level of serviceCoordinate with other department heads to ensure effective and efficient operation of the mallFinalize renewals of existing retailers in accordance to companys rules and proceduresActively contributes, promotes and markets the mall to ensure high footfall and occupancy.Provides other support to management, as may be required from time to time. REQUIREMENTS: A Graduate degree in the field of Business or similarA Minimum of 8 years Leasing management experience, preferably in the GCC regionMixed use development experience, an advantageExperience with luxury segment of the marketExtensive knowledge of leasing managementCompetencies / Skills and Knowledge:Leadership and decision making qualities are essentialAble to be trusted with confidential and sensitive company informationKnowledge of managing leasing contracts and negotiation, exposure to tender managementGood understanding of tenant mix and zoning, mall marketing, advertisement and promotionGood understanding of mall operationsStrong command of Leasing policies and proceduresProficient with MS OfficeSeasoned business professional and good technical knowledge of leasing retail and commercial facilitiesStrong analytical skills and financial acumenStrong negotiation and sales skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsPossess good command of English, ability to speak Arabic an advantageWorking knowledge of legal clauses in lease agreementTrustworthy, reliable and sound ethical judgment

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About Company

Equinox was founded by Sheikh Hassan Bin Sultan Al Thani in 1993 who holds the position of the CEO until today, overseeing the companys strategic direction and development. Originally established with the primary focus of fulfilling opportunities in the burgeoning Qatar real estate market, the companys business streams have multiplied as diversification within the companys portfolio kept pace with the increasing opportunities in the region. Today Equinox has grown to include activities within real estate development and investment, retail, business to business (B2B) as well as local partnership and representation.

The real estate portfolio includes shopping malls, residential compounds, commercial and industrial developments. The retail section covers the major categories such as fashion, home interiors, beauty, accessories, jewellery and toys. B2B section includes contracting, project work and product distribution. As for the local partnership and representation section, it entails alignments with world leading logistics organisations. Spanning Asia, Europe, Scandinavia and America, Equinox portfolio of brands and business partners is truly global.