LEASING SPECIALIST

JOB DESCRIPTION

Big V Properties is seeking a Leasing Specialist to be based in our Charlotte, NC office. The Leasing Specialist will be responsible for identifying new prospects and tenants. They will negotiate new deals in order to maximize occupancy and revenue across a portfolio throughout the Southeast, which we own and manage.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify leasing prospects via canvassing, cold calling and by building/maintaining relationships with tenants and tenant brokers
• Negotiate leases, letters of intent, and work with the Company’s asset management, construction, and legal departments throughout the lease process
• Review the portfolio for opportunities to upgrade tenancy, increase rent and term and improve lease language/provisions to add long-term value to the assets
• Prepare market studies, lease budgets and leasing activity reports for distribution to senior management and investors
• Development sales tools such as marketing and merchandising plans for property redevelopments along with the Company’s marketing and construction departments

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-3/+ years of retail leasing experience dealing with local, regional and national tenants 
• Possess a strong understanding of retailers’ site selection needs
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills are critical to the success of this role
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Ability to travel to selected centers and markets