Senior Leasing Manager

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Senior Leasing Manager

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CBL Properties, one of the largest mall REITs in the United States, is in search of a Senior Leasing Manager based in CBL's Corporate Office in Chattanooga, TN. CBL is an innovative retail real estate company which owns, holds interests in, or manages shopping centers across the US, including high-quality enclosed, outlet and open-air retail centers.

The Senior Leasing Manager has full responsibility for the permanent leasing financial performance and operation at assigned center(s). This role contributes to the financial success of the mall through effective leasing space to tenants. This position requires a strong understanding of sales and merchandising in order to negotiate leases with prospective merchants and a minimum of 5 years national chain retailer experience. If you'd like to be a part of creating great shopping experiences, this opportunity may be the right choice for you! Apply and see why CBL continues to earn Great Place to Work Certification year after year!

SUMMARY Senior Leasing Managers enhance the value of assigned shopping centers primarily through the leasing of space to tenants on terms favorable to the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Merchandising of shopping centers with local, regional and national tenants
• Understand property/mall operations, company operations, and general economic climate factors
• Know and understand each assigned mall's leasing and development/redevelopment plan
• Carrying out more difficult leasing assignments such as the leasing of malls undergoing renovations and/or redevelopments, big box leasing, and/or working with high profile tenants
• Prepare lease proposals, gather tenant information, and evaluate tenant qualifications.
• Work cohesively with internal and/or external legal personnel to facilitate lease review
• Track and ensure timely processing of lease contracts following approval by owners and ensure that approved terms are accurately depicted in contracts
• Effectively assist other departments in carrying out terms of the lease
• Assist others as needed internally and externally to facilitate goal accomplishment.
• Flexibility in working hours, regular attendance, and the ability to travel extensively, including by air and/or via rental vehicles.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Senior Leasing Managers assigned to various properties in the CBL portfolio, facilitate negotiations, evaluate performance, and provide assistance to mall teams and coworkers within the Leasing division. This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in related field of study preferred; CLS designation preferred. Minimum of 5 years national chain retail experience is required. Excellent national, regional, and local retailer relationships. Strong ability to initiate sales contacts. Excellent communication/presentation and sales skills required. Communicate effectively with potential and established merchants, management, marketing and operations employees at various levels. Strong interpersonal skills. Self starter with strong organizational, planning and time management skills, strong analytical skills and solid computer skills.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift -not applicable- Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and subsequent opportunities for training, advancement, promotion, compensation (increases and/or reductions) and/or termination without regard to race, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. In addition, harassment on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws will not be tolerated.

About the Organization CBL Properties is a real estate investment trust (REIT) traded on the NYSE (NYSE: CBL) for over 47 years. CBL has owned and managed a portfolio of market-dominant malls, lifestyle and open-air centers, and outlet centers in thriving markets with strong demographics and high growth potential. We manage our portfolio to generate lasting value for our shareholders as well as to provide the communities we serve with a vibrant place to shop, dine, socialize and so much more. Each property is an economic engine for its community and a valued community partner. Over time, our properties have evolved to offer more than just a place to shop, but a community hub that combines retail, a variety of dining and entertainment options, events, services, health and wellness offerings, and more.

CBL offers a robust benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, short-term & long-term disability insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement, volunteer hours, pet insurance, life/AD&D insurance, accident/critical illness/hospital indemnity plans, PTO, and Holidays.

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