About this role
Join Us in Creating the Best Places to Live, Shop, Work & PlayAs Commercial Leasing Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic leasing, financial performance, tenant relations, and operational oversight of Southwest Properties' commercial portfolio.We believe in going beyond the necessary to create inspiring environments. To us, a building is so much more than just a collection of walls under a single roof. At Southwest, we believe an innovative, exceptional, thoughtfully designed building can inspire great things to happen inside and around it.____________________________________________________________________________________Here's a Few Reasons Why We Love Where We WorkCustomizable Plan Options for Health & Dental Coverage (Single/Family Plan Options)Employee & Family Assistance Program4% Matching GRRSP programAnnual Health and Wellness IncentivesEmployee Transit AllowanceEducational Reimbursement for Eligible Employees/ProgramsSocial EventsCharitable Donation Matching Program1 Paid Volunteer Day for an Organization of your Choice2 Personal Days AnnuallyEmployee Discount ProgramVacation Purchase Program Options for Eligible Employees____________________________________________________________________________________What Your Day Will Look LikeYou will lead all commercial leasing activities, including lease negotiations, tenant retention, portfolio optimization, landlord representation, and commercial property performance. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, tenants, property management providers, legal counsel, and service providers to maximize occupancy, revenue, tenant satisfaction, and long-term asset value.This position will work with members of the senior management team and property operations to support the strategic objectives and performance of the commercial portfolio.Hours of Work: Full-time day hours Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and after-hours commitments.Work Location: Southwest Properties Main Office (1315 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS), with regular visits to commercial properties and tenant locations.____________________________________________________________________________________CompensationIn addition to a competitive base salary, the successful candidate will participate in a performance-based commission program tied to commercial leasing activities and the achievement of established leasing objectives. This incentive structure is designed to reward strong performance in areas including business development, tenant acquisition, lease negotiations, and occupancy growth. ____________________________________________________________________________________What You'll be Responsible ForCommercial Leasing & Tenant RelationsDevelop and implement leasing strategies that maximize occupancy, revenue, tenant retention, and long-term portfolio value.Lead the negotiation and administration of all commercial leasing transactions, including new lease agreements, licenses, amendments, renewals, extensions, assignments, and terminations.Act as the primary point of contact for commercial tenants, ensuring a high standard of customer service and tenant satisfaction.Review, negotiate, and finalize leasing documentation in collaboration with legal counsel.Proactively prospect for new tenants and leasing opportunities to minimize vacancy and maximize portfolio performance.Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing tenants, prospective tenants, brokers, and industry stakeholders.Conduct market research and provide subject matter expertise on commercial leasing trends, market conditions, and competitive positioning.Provide advice and recommendations regarding tenant mix, tenant quality, customer experience, and overall commercial property performance.Manage and resolve conflicts of interest between tenants, landlords, and other stakeholders while maintaining positive business relationships.Represent Southwest Properties at industry event