Director, Retail Leasing

The Retail Leasing Associate will support the retail leasing team in all leasing and marketing activities for Related’s retail portfolio in New York City. This role will be based on-site at Related’s headquarters in Hudson Yards. Responsibilities: The Retail Leasing Associate will be responsible for: Negotiating lease terms and deal structures for new and renewing tenants. Preparing proposals, letters of intent, and responses to requests for information. Reading, analyzing, and negotiating lease and sublease documents, commission agreements, and other contracts in collaboration with legal teams. Market Research & Strategy: Conducting market research and maintaining a deep understanding of retail trends, competitive landscapes, and tenant activity. Tracking market absorption, leasing comps, and relevant industry news, preparing reports with key insights. Providing financial modeling and analysis for transactions, including brokerage fees. Marketing & Tenant Engagement: Collaborating with creative teams to develop marketing materials, events, and leasing strategies. Coordinating with external partners such as architects, graphic designers, and contractors. Building and maintaining strong relationships with tenants, brokers, and industry partners. Proactively identifying and engaging with potential retail tenants, including prospecting, cold calling, and networking. Portfolio & Project Management: Implementing leasing and marketing programs, overseeing exclusive brokers on various projects. Monitoring leasing activity, maintaining leasing reports, and updating merchandising plans. Assisting in preparing lease abstracts and due diligence for potential transactions. Participating in weekly meetings with Leasing, Construction, and Property Management teams to ensure smooth coordination. Qualifications: Approximately 4-8 years of relevant retail leasing and marketing experience. Strong understanding of retailers and the apparel industry. Expertise in financial modeling. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong project management skills. A strategic thinker with a keen understanding of value creation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across different organizational levels. High integrity, entrepreneurial mindset, and intellectual curiosity. Undergraduate degree required; a Real Estate Salesperson License is preferred. Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $150,000+. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives and a comprehensive benefits package. Overview: Related is the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, the company has offices and major developments across the world. Related owns and manages a premier portfolio of assets valued at over $70 billion, including the 28-acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side. Related believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team-oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate strong entrepreneurial spirit. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are deliberate about the team and culture we are building.

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