Leasing Director - Asset Strategist

As a seasoned leasing professional, you will lead the development of strategic leasing and tenant mix plans tailored to each asset's positioning and lifecycle stage. Your expertise in market analysis and competitive benchmarking will enable you to identify emerging trends and capture strategic leasing opportunities.Key Responsibilities Assess the marketability and financial performance of portfolio assets, recommending repositioning, re-leasing, or enhancement initiatives.Provide strategic guidance for new asset openings and redevelopments, supported by business cases and feasibility studies.Align leasing strategies with the organization's broader investment objectives and urban activation goals.Market Intelligence and Deal Structuring You will conduct deep market analysis to identify emerging trends, benchmark performance, and capture strategic leasing opportunities. You will structure complex leasing and joint venture agreements, ensuring optimal financial returns and risk management.Engage regularly with local and international market players, retail groups, and corporates to attract strategic tenants.Cross-Sector Expertise: Office, Retail, Residential You will oversee and coordinate leasing strategies across these core asset classes, tailoring tactics and timelines for each. You will implement sector-specific initiatives, such as programs for white-collar tenants in offices, curated retail experiences, and lifestyle-focused residential leasing models.Partner with finance and development teams to optimize pricing models, lease structures, and marketing incentives.Public-Private Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement You will lead negotiations and develop partnerships with private and government entities to unlock alternative revenue streams and strategic alignments. You will serve as the primary contact for leasing discussions with municipalities, regulators, and strategic partners.Prepare and present detailed leasing performance reports and strategic updates to senior management and investment committees.Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field; Master's or Executive Education preferred.10+ years of progressive experience in asset management, investment, or leasing within large-scale mixed-use environments.Proven track record in managing leasing across office, retail, and residential asset classes.Extensive experience in structuring and negotiating leasing deals and joint ventures with both public and private sectors.Strong financial modeling, feasibility assessment, and business case development capabilities.