What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialty Leasing Rep position at Brookfield Properties Retail Inc.?
Location
Ala Moana Center (H) - 1450 Ala Moana Blvd, #1290Business
At Brookfield Properties, we believe retail should be anything but typical. It’s why we’re integrating shopping, dining, entertainment, and more to reimagine retail experiences everywhere. Because for us, retail isn’t just about managing properties or redeveloping malls. It’s about creating inspiring spaces that draw consumers in. It’s about helping our tenants build their brand in a big way. It’s about contributing to our communities. And, more than anything, it’s about bringing people together.
If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Specialty Leasing Representative is responsible for generating new revenue through Specialty Leasing and temporary deal making for multiple centers in a specific geographic area, by canvassing, cold-calling and growing existing tenants by adding new concepts. Primary lease deal types include: kiosks, retail merchandising units, inline spaces, storage units and parking lot activations. Required to meet specific new business income goals through aggressive deal-making. Must communicate effectively and persuasively with prospective and existing tenants and local, regional and corporate employees of various levels.
Responsibilities
Work with Business Development/Leasing leaders and the property teams in preparing the Specialty Leasing budget and business plan for assigned center(s)
Generate new local leads and achieve Specialty Leasing income goals at all assigned centers
Canvass region to find and develop new retail concepts for the centers and work to expand their retail operations into assigned centers
Enhance value of the assigned centers by negotiating short term agreements that are on favorable terms to the company
Keep abreast of competitive Specialty Leasing trends industry/region areas and the areas of all assigned centers
Maintain all accounts and account activity, and ensure all required reports are accurate and submitted when due
Ensure that specialty leasing retailers enhance the appearance and values of the shopping center and meet company visual merchandising requirements and standards of professionalism
Ensure all specialty leasing retailers are adhering to the company operating procedures
Must clearly communicate all deals and leasing activity with each assigned center's set of assigned stakeholders and managers
Coordinate all national client leasing activities to ensure consistency, maximize rents and provide superior customer service
Monitor year to date progress, trouble shoot, identify problems and work to develop solutions with Business Development and interdepartmental colleagues and leaders
Assist in select centers in rent collections, visual merchandising and problem tenants as needed
Attend appropriate company seminars, conventions, trainings, and meetings
Ensure that all local property team members understand the needs of the Business Development processes and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Travel may be required
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Minimum 3 years experience in a sales capacity
Computer skills - Excel, Word, Outlook and Salesforce (soon to be replaced by Yardi)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Developed prospecting, negotiation and sales skills
Strong ability to initiate sales contacts
Understanding of the specialty leasing process, rent structure and legal terminology
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with strong organizational, planning and time management skills
Benefit Information
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1
401(k) Company matching
401(k) Vests on Day 1
Career development programs
Charitable donation matching
Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)
Paid Volunteer Hours
Paid Parental Leave
Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoption options
Wellness and mental health resources
Pet insurance offering
Childcare Assistance
Commuter benefits
A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together.
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