Associate - Leasing

AmCap, Incorporated•Chicago, IL

29d•$110,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

AMCAP, INCORPORATED is a vertically integrated private real estate investment firm founded in 1979 with primary offices in Stamford, Connecticut and Denver, Colorado. The firm focuses on grocery-anchored and necessity retail shopping centers in the Top 100 U.S. MSAs. AmCap's growing nationwide portfolio includes 24 properties totaling approximately 5 million square feet, representing nearly $1 billion in assets under management. The firm is actively investing in value-add and core-plus transactions on behalf of its institutional investors. Position Overview: The Associate - Leasing is a key member of our Leasing team and is responsible for driving leasing activity for the Chicago/Midwest properties within our necessity-retail anchored portfolio. This role may be based remotely or on-site at one of our properties within the Chicago MSA and will report to the Director – Leasing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
2-5 years of experience and a proven track record in Commercial Retail Leasing
Established tenant and industry relationships and broker network
Outstanding initiative, a strong work ethic, detailed oriented, proven ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks with competing priorities and deadlines
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Strong financial and system acumen
Experience working with Yardi Retail Manager, Voyager, and/or similar real estate- specific software products
Ability to adapt quickly to new technology and work with others in implementation of new assignments
Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Develop annual leasing budgets aligned with individual asset performance goals
Canvass local markets in which we operate and remain up to date on competitive activity
Support tenant retention efforts and lead the negotiation of lease renewals
Create a pipeline for new deals and negotiate all terms with local, regional and national tenants
Initiate construction process with the assistance of Construction and Property Management teams
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with tenants, brokers, and industry contacts
Travel as necessary to collaborate with local listing agents, support site tours, market engagement, and leasing events
Assist Asset Management and Accounting teams with financial forecasting, lease reporting, and portfolio performance analysis