Leasing Division Head A well-established, leading retail brand in South Africa is looking for a dynamic individual to head up the leasing division based in Gqeberha. You must be a strong negotiator who can secure sustainable leases for the relevant franchised stores nationwide. Requirements: Matric Relevant Bachelor's degree would be advantageous Valid Driver's License with own car Sound knowledge of leasing and lease agreements Minimum 5 years experience in lease negotiations with high-level landlords in SA Responsibilities: Responsible for all leasing functions, including reviewing and negotiating lease transactions and agreements Liaise with tenants regarding negotiations and leasing concerns Prepare and update leasing schedules Contact landlords 3 months in advance of lease renewals to receive renewal offers from landlords to commence negotiations Consistently scout for new sites and negotiate relevant deals associated with potential new stores or relocation of existing stores Ensure board approvals on leasing decisions from landlords and Franchisor on behalf of Franchisees Liaise with the legal division on lease agreements and ensure sign-off on agreements from the legal division Review lease agreements for final approval Responsible for the productivity and budgetary performance of the leasing operations department Monitor leasing trends of competitors in the marketplace to ensure the company is positioned correctly for the future Report on current deals, progress or status of deals, terms, updates, and approvals Produce quarterly cost-saving reports to central finance for review and collaboration Key Skills: Excellent communication and negotiation skills Strong leadership skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment #J-18808-Ljbffr