Job Details

The Leasing Associate oversees assigned leasing responsibilities for assigned properties within the Las Vegas Regional portfolio. This position is responsible for developing an in-depth working knowledge of the properties and its tenants. They understand the goals and objectives of each assigned property and implement the associated leasing guidelines, with the Portfolio Manager, Assistant Vice President, and Vice President of Leasing. They track vacancies, lease expirations, and manage existing and prospective tenants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TASKS:

• Respond promptly to leasing inquiries, obtain information related to prospective tenants, and apply consistent follow-up with prospective tenants.
• Present space to prospective tenants on assigned properties and work on a team basis with other members of the leasing and management team to provide assistance and back-up for the leasing of other properties.
• Negotiate new leases with prospective tenants on assigned in-house listed properties.
• Negotiate lease renewals with existing tenants at assigned properties.
• Prepare lease analysis and lease proposals for review by the Portfolio Manager, Assistant Vice President (AVP) and Vice President (VP) of Leasing.
• Communicate lease deals with Portfolio Manager/AVP, and VP of Leasing.
• Work with listing brokers on leasing and marketing of broker listed properties.
• Maintain current market information related to the competition and market surrounding the assigned properties, conduct and compile quarterly marketing surveys.
• Track lease expiration dates, option to extend dates as assigned. Prepare and implement plan for lease renewals in coordination with Portfolio Manager, AVP, and VP of Leasing.
• Monitor the timely flow of lease documents related to assigned properties, including through full signature and delivery of documents.
• Work with and develop Property Manager skill set as it relates to leasing and marketing of assigned properties.
• Understand the budget related to leasing for assigned properties, i.e., tenant improvement allowances, operating expenses, projected income.
• Work with Directors of Leasing and Property Management to determine refurbishment plans for vacant spaces, including revised floor plans and changes in use.
• Provide and implement strategic leasing direction for assigned properties and communicate such plan(s) with Directors of Leasing and Portfolio Managers.
• Prepare marketing plan and work with and/or provide Marketing Coordinator with direction on marketing materials for assigned properties.
• Additional duties and special projects as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Proficient computer skills including Adobe, Microsoft Office, and property management software systems (Yardi experience preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Utilize good customer service skills when assisting tenant inquiries, vendors and others.
• Dependable, reliable, collaborate. Good interpersonal skills. Enthusiastic about working in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with ability to follow-through and exercise good judgment; creative and resourceful.
• Self-motivated, with ability to demonstrate initiative.
• Problem solving and analytical skills, and capable of handling multiple tasks.
• Operating knowledge of workflow principals and design.
• Coordinate complex events within and outside of the company structure.
• Analyze financial reports and explain results.
• Knowledge of financial statements.
• Effectively present ideas, studies and reports.
• Involvement in ongoing education to keep up with industry standards.
• Flexibility with work schedule.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE REQUIRED:

Valid driver's license and registered vehicle.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel to regional properties required.

Schnitzer Properties offer a full benefits package with medical, dental, vision, 401k, and FSA options as well as vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.