Vice President, Retail Leasing

Overview

Lead retail leasing strategy, negotiations, and tenant relations for NY properties.

Key Responsibilities

• leasing strategy
• merchandising plans
• deal negotiation
• stakeholder updates
• budget forecasting
• lease management

Tasks

-Use existing national retailer and broker relationships to expand “open to buys” to meet or exceed leasing objectives -Develop and execute on merchandising plans and aggressive leasing strategies to achieve overall property goals and increase NOI -Identify and cultivate new and emerging tenant relations and actively identify retailers (restaurants, QSRs, soft/hard goods, and services, among others) to fulfill merchandising vision and plan for assigned assets -Provide status updates to the SVP and other internal stakeholders, including senior executives -Collaborate on budgeting/forecasting and underwriting exercises -Maintain regular communication with all departments, including legal, tenant coordination, construction, accounting, operations, marketing, and asset management, among others -Create income and value for the company through knowledge of consumer trends in both retail and real estate.  Maintain in-depth knowledge of local area competition -Can provide a detailed deal sheet -Deal-making: negotiate deal terms and leases independently. Follow deals through execution and store opening -Proactively manage retail lease amendments and renewals within the retail portfolio

Requirements

• microsoft suite
• leasing systems
• bachelor’s degree
• 8+ years
• negotiation
• team player

What You Bring

-Comfortable overseeing and collaborating with other team members, whether directly or on a dotted line -Communicate tactfully, skillfully, and persuasively with third-party brokers; ownership entities; prospective and existing tenants; and local, regional, and corporate employees of various levels -Proficient skill set in Microsoft Suite and Leasing Management Systems -Strong local and national retailer and broker relationships and knowledge of the New York market -Self-motivated individual who takes personal ownership of assigned assets and exercises independent judgment while also being a team player . -Ability to run a deal from start to finish: from merchandising plan, to LOI, Lease, Store Opening, and beyond. -8+ years of relevant experience -Independent negotiator with a strong merchandising vision and can execute deals from start to finish -Bachelor’s Degree in related field -Strong communication, presentation, quantitative, sales, and time management skills -Clear and open collaborator, both with the Retail Leasing Team and partner teams internally

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About Brookfield Properties

-A global real estate powerhouse with a diverse portfolio spanning commercial, residential, retail, and mixed-use properties. -With a rich history of acquisition and development, the company has built some of the world’s most iconic buildings and vibrant urban communities. -Expertise lies in envisioning, creating, and managing dynamic spaces that bring people and businesses together. -Operates across North America, Europe, and beyond, with a focus on delivering long-term value to stakeholders. -Notable projects include large-scale urban developments, integrated mixed-use spaces, and world-class shopping centers. -Operational approach blends innovative design, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology to meet evolving tenant and customer needs. -Known for adapting and growing in ever-changing markets, redefining the future of real estate development and management.

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