About Leyad
Leyad is a Montreal-based real estate investment and management firm with a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties across Canada. For over a decade, we’ve focused on creating long-term value through strategic, sustainable investments and a commitment to excellence. Our success stems from our ability to identify opportunities where others see challenges and consistently deliver strong results for our clients/tenants.
Job Overview
The Commercial Leasing Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of commercial properties across the region, leading leasing operations, and ensuring the implementation of strategic initiatives that drive occupancy, revenue, and tenant satisfaction. This role emphasizes relationship management with tenants and clients, oversight of the leasing team, and the development of innovative leasing strategies. The manager will also analyze market trends, negotiate complex lease agreements, and provide guidance to ensure alignment with the organization’s business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee a portfolio of commercial properties, ensuring optimal occupancy, tenant satisfaction, and financial performance.
- Develop and execute leasing strategies for each property within the portfolio to drive revenue growth and long-term value.
- Establish and maintain strong partnerships with tenants, clients, property owners, and brokers.
- Conduct market scans and competitive analyses to identify new leasing opportunities and anticipate industry trends.
- Lead lease negotiations, renewals, and restructurings to maximize financial performance.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to the leasing team, promoting best practices and professional development.
- Ensure accurate tracking of lease agreements, deadlines, and tenant obligations to minimize risk exposure.
- Collaborate with marketing, finance, and property management teams to support lease promotion and retention initiatives.
- Prepare actionable leasing reports and present insights to senior management to guide strategic decisions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years of commercial leasing experience, with prior leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
- Strong understanding of commercial lease structures, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- Demonstrated success in tenant relations, lease negotiation, and portfolio optimization.
- Experience using leasing platforms, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly within the region.
Key Competencies
- Leadership & Team Development: Ability to coach and develop leasing professionals to achieve team and organizational goals.
- Relationship Management: Strong skills in fostering positive, long-term relationships with tenants, clients, and stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinking: Capacity to develop innovative leasing strategies and identify growth opportunities.
- Negotiation & Influence: Ability to secure favorable lease terms while maintaining strong client satisfaction.
- Analytical Skills: Competence in interpreting market data and translating insights into actionable plans.
- Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication tailored to diverse audiences.
- Problem Solving & Decision Making: Proactive in addressing challenges and making data-driven decisions.
Why Join Leyad
At Leyad, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative real estate team dedicated to excellence and growth. This role offers the opportunity to shape leasing strategies, lead a commercial portfolio, expand your leadership skills, and contribute directly to the company’s success in a dynamic and supportive environment.
