A leading retail brand in South Africa is looking for a dynamic individual to Head up the leasing division that is based in Port Elizabeth. You will be a strong negotiator that is able to secure sustainable leases for the relevant franchised stores nationwide. Your excellent knowledge of the retail leasing industry, business acumen and financial knowledge will drive outstanding business decisions that will secure our competitiveness and longevity. Key Responsibilities: - Responsible for all leasing functions, including reviewing and negotiating lease transactions and agreements. - Liaise with tenants in respect of negotiations and leasing concerns. - Prepare and update leasing schedules. - Contact landlords 3 months in advance of lease renewals to receive renewal offers from landlords to commence negotiations. - Gather operational statistics on centre and shop performance, to effectively establish reasonable offers that will ensure sustainability on behalf of the franchisee. - Follow up with landlords and franchisees on concerns, administrative requirements, documentation, and final agreements. - Reassess whether relocation options are necessary for franchisees, to ensure higher visibility, improved shop allocations inside or outside the malls, and flag where necessary underperforming malls / sites. - Consistently scout for new sites, and negotiate the relevant deals associated to potential new stores or relocation of existing stores. - Ensure board approvals on leasing decisions from landlords and Franchisor on behalf of Franchisees. - Ensure the relevant offer to lease, or addendum to lease agreements are obtained from landlords. - Review lease agreements and suggest changes in favour of the franchisee to ensure cost effectiveness, favourable terms and negotiate the relevant changes. - Liaise with Legal division on the lease agreements and ensure sign-off on agreements from the legal division. - Review lease agreements for final approval. - Responsible for the productivity and budgetary performance of the leasing operations department. - Develops and implements policies and procedures to improve efficiency and profitability of the department. - Monitors leasing trends of competitors in the marketplace, to ensure we are best positioned for the future. - Extensive knowledge of leasing department processes and procedures. - Report on current deals, progress or status of deals, terms, updates, and approvals. - Produce quarterly cost saving reports to central finance for review and collaboration. Qualifications&Experience: - Bachelor’s degree or relevant - Minimum 5 years’ experience in lease negotiations with high level landlords in South Africa - Sound knowledge of leasing and lease agreements Key Competencies: - Excellent communication and negotiation skills to interact with tenants, property owners, and vendors. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and meet leasing targets. - Proficiency in property management software and standard office applications. - Good financial background. Flexibility: - Additional functions and or duties may be required in addition to those listed in above. #J-18808-Ljbffr