Leasing Manager

ob Responsibility:

1. Evaluate leasing opportunities received from prospective landlords/developers, obtain all relevant information, discuss with the Head of Leasing, and conduct feasibility for management’s approval if satisfied.


2. Negotiate commercial terms (based on the guidelines) for kiosks, shop-in-shops, and line shops for various retail brands and provide recommendations to the Head of Leasing.


3. To manage Leasing activities of our company in their expansion while maintaining relationships with all of our landlords regarding the contractual obligations as per the lease in UAE.


4. Work closely with Group Administration and retail operations of each brand to process new trade licenses and timely renewal of existing trade licenses, chamber of commerce certificates, etc., for all stores.


5. Coordinate with respective business analysts and finance to ensure that all rental payments as per the lease agreements are processed on time and disbursed accordingly.


6. Serve notices on due dates to landlords and coordinate with finance to arrange audit reports .


7. Ensure accurate filing of all information and agreements to enable the company to refer to it in its relationship management regarding rent payment, renewal, extension, transfer, and serve as a point of reference in case of any litigation.


8. Work closely with our Legal to review documents (Agreement to Lease, Lease Agreement, etc.), communicate comments, and negotiate the document with landlords.


9. Coordinate between the landlord and Store Development Team for the smooth functioning of fit-out of retail stores.


10. Provide timely reports to management on occupancy cost, month-wise cash flow planning, and other KPIs.

Required skills :

Teamwork

Policies and Procedures

Financial skills

Administrative Skills

Communication Skills English & Arabic

Professional Knowledge

Commercial awareness

Strong customer service skills with a friendly approach

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Experience and Knowledge: 4-5 years of experience