Assistant Leasing Manager, Real Estate - Lakeland

Publix • Lakeland, FL

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About The Position

The Assistant Leasing Manager co-manages leasing strategy for a territory of company-owned shopping centers with the Leasing Manager, working to maximize revenue and increase the value of Publix’s real estate portfolio by supporting tenant retention and higher rental rates. The role analyzes trade-area data to project market rents for lease renewals, expansion leases tied to current vacancies, and pending acquisitions. Territories average approximately 40 company-owned shopping centers, and the role typically negotiates and executes about 72 renewals annually, with additional opportunities possible when Publix acquires shopping centers.

The Assistant Leasing Manager reviews tenant requests to renew leases or assign businesses and evaluates whether each proposed Permitted Use aligns with Publix’s leasing strategy. The position also manages clerical and administrative aspects of lease execution from the initial letter of intent through completion of lease documents, and provides analytical, managerial, and project support to the Leasing Manager, Leasing department, and special projects.

The position is based in Lakeland. Occasional day trips or local travel may occur as a development opportunity. Overnight travel is not expected except rarely with manager approval. Weekend and holiday availability may be required as business needs dictate, and extended hours may occasionally be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 2 years of experience in a customer service field or 3 years of experience in an administrative or office position.
• Independence, time management, financial acumen, applied learning, detail orientation, problem solving, and strategic thinking.
• Ability to build relationships and use influence, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook skills; Outlook proficiency should be intermediate.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as business needs require.
• Occasional availability to work extended hours.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Finance, or another analytical discipline.
• At least 4 years of experience in a customer service field or 6 years of experience in an administrative or office position.
• Ability to read and speak Spanish.
• Knowledge of how to read and interpret legal documents, including lease agreements, addendums, guaranty agreements, work letters, and amendments.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate terminology.
• Knowledge of finance terminology and financial underwriting, and ability to complete mathematical computations.
• Knowledge of negotiation strategies for commercial real estate deals with external contacts, including prospective tenants, brokers, and legal counsel.
• Knowledge of Publix Real Estate business practices, including company-owned and non-company-owned shopping centers.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Knowledge of SAP Compass, Publix Property Portal, and GeoPorta.

Responsibilities

• Co-manage the leasing strategy and territory with the Leasing Manager to maximize revenue and support the value of the real estate portfolio.
• Analyze trade-area data to project market rents for lease renewals, expansion leases related to current vacancies, and pending acquisitions.
• Review tenant requests to renew leases or assign businesses, and evaluate whether the Permitted Use aligns with Publix’s leasing strategy.
• Negotiate and execute lease renewals and manage additional renewal opportunities associated with shopping center acquisitions.
• Handle clerical and administrative tasks throughout lease execution, from the initial letter of intent through execution of lease documents.
• Provide analytical and support tasks for the Leasing Manager and Leasing department.
• Perform miscellaneous analytical and managerial tasks and assist the Leasing Manager and SMOL with special projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED