VP of Leasing

DLC Management Corp.•Elmsford, NY

27d•$175,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The VP of Leasing oversees and executes a strategic leasing plan for an assigned portfolio of properties. The role may be based in Atlanta, Columbus, Chicago, Bethesda, Dallas, or Elmsford, and requires frequent travel as needed. The VP works with tenants, national retailers, brokers, internal teams, legal, property management, and joint venture partners to manage leasing activity and support property and acquisition strategies.

Requirements

5–10 years of leasing experience.
Extensive knowledge of the retail leasing process and LOI and lease terminology.
An excellent track record of successfully negotiating leases with national retailers.
A deep understanding of the entire retail leasing process.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to travel frequently as required.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels, internally and externally.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
Forward-thinking, entrepreneurial approach to solving challenges.
Collaborative, respectful, inclusive, and positive attitude.
Strong sense of urgency and desire to consistently outperform.
High degree of professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute leasing strategies for assigned properties in DLC’s portfolio.
Identify market trends and use data to inform leasing decisions.
Build and maintain relationships with local tenants, national retailers, brokers, and internal teammates across disciplines.
Negotiate letters of intent (LOIs) and lease terms for deals at assigned properties.
Partner with the Legal department to ensure leases are drafted correctly and executed on time.
Submit LPAs in the CRM for each fully negotiated LOI at assigned properties.
Review and approve LPAs for renewals and new deals submitted by the Renewal Manager and internal Leasing Representatives.
Manage and direct internal Leasing Representatives and outside brokers on active and potential deals.
Conduct quarterly property visits and market tours with brokers and internal Leasing Representatives to assess market changes and discuss vacancy lease-up strategies.
Develop and manage annual property-level leasing budgets aligned with overall property strategies and business plans.
Review and analyze data and leasing market trends to optimize pricing strategies and lease structures.
Attend weekly property acquisition calls and provide updates on leasing activity.
Conduct on-site and phone interviews with national retailers during acquisition due diligence.
Participate in monthly calls with joint venture partners to discuss the leasing pipeline.
Conduct monthly renewal calls with the Renewal Manager, Head of Leasing, and other VPs of Leasing to coordinate upcoming action plans.
Coordinate with Property Management to resolve active issues and ensure assets operate in a first-class manner.
Coordinate with Property Management on GWO deals and communicate deal completion timing so work can begin.
Collaborate with internal departments during acquisitions and when tenants are vacating spaces.
Motivate the team to deliver results and consistently outperform while maintaining professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic.