Senior Associate, Retail Leasing

Description

Franklin Street is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our Retail Leasing Team in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and 1+ years of experience in commercial real estate/retail leasing. As well as a strong knowledge of local real estate markets, tenant mix, and leasing dynamics.

Position Overview:

The Senior Associate will support leasing activity for retail properties. They will assist in marketing available spaces, conducting market research, negotiating lease terms, and facilitating property tours. Success in this role is defined by the individual's ability to deliver lease transactions that meet client goals and contribute to overall property performance.

• Market retail properties through outreach and promotional efforts
• Coordinate and conduct property tours with prospective tenants, highlighting location features and trade area advantages
• Identify and cultivate potential tenant and landlord leads; maintain self-managed database of market insights and leasing comps
• Develop marketing collateral including proposals, fact sheets, and property overviews
• Monitor market conditions and prepare competitive analyses including rent comps and trend reports
• Facilitate communication between landlords and prospective tenants to support successful lease negotiations
• Draft and negotiate Letters of Intent (LOIs), supporting the client’s leasing goals and positioning
• Collaborate, as needed, with third-party stakeholders such as legal advisors or property managers during lease execution
• Represent the client in external networking and broker events to promote leasing opportunities and build pipeline
• Generate new leads through cold outreach and canvassing efforts.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in commercial real estate/retail leasing preferred
• Strong knowledge of local real estate markets, tenant mix, and leasing dynamics
• Proficient in tools required for research, database management, and document preparation (e.g., Excel, Word, email platforms)
• Self-motivated with excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills

About Franklin Street:

At Franklin Street, we believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, accountability, integrity, and hard work. We are renowned for our unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive commercial real estate solutions that exceed expectations. By joining our dynamic team, you will not only contribute to our ongoing success but also advance your own career aspirations in ways you never thought possible.

Joining Franklin Street means becoming part of a close-knit community of professionals dedicated to transforming the commercial real estate landscape. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. As such, we are committed to investing in your professional development and providing you with the resources and opportunities needed to reach your full potential. From mentorship programs to specialized training, we will support your growth every step of the way.

Learn more about Franklin Street and our award-winning culture at www.FranklinSt.com.

Franklin Street has an excellent track record of providing established agents with the room and support they need to grow their businesses and teams. Our fully integrated service model, robust tools and supportive and collaborative culture make us the perfect place to see your business thrive.

Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment (post-offer) background check.

Franklin Street and Lighthouse HR Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, or any other classification protected by law.