Retail Leasing Manager

About the role Almajd Alarabiah is seeking a Retail Leasing Manager to lead the leasing and commercial performance of retail units across its hotel properties. The role is responsible for maximizing occupancy, rental income, and the long-term value of retail spaces while building a tenant mix that complements each hotel's positioning and guest experience. Key responsibilities • Identify, attract, and negotiate with suitable retail tenants for available units across hotel properties. • Manage the full leasing cycle, including prospecting, negotiations, contract preparation, lease renewals, and tenant onboarding. • Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective tenants aligned with hotel positioning and guest profiles. • Establish an optimal tenant mix that enhances the guest experience and supports hotel operations. • Monitor lease performance, rental yields, occupancy rates, and tenant compliance across all locations. • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing tenants and hotel management teams. • Coordinate with legal, finance, and hotel operations teams to ensure smooth lease administration. • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to set competitive rental rates and leasing strategies. • Prepare regular occupancy, revenue, and leasing performance reports for senior management. • Support the positioning and marketing of vacant retail spaces to attract high-quality tenants. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field. • 4–6 years of experience in retail leasing, commercial real estate, or property management, preferably within hotels, mixed-use developments, or tourism-related assets. • Proven track record in multi-site leasing and tenant management. • Strong negotiation, commercial, and relationship-management skills. • Fluency in English. • Strong analytical and reporting skills. • Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Preferred qualifications • Experience in hotel retail or hospitality-related commercial leasing. • Knowledge of the local retail and tourism market.