Manager, Specialty Leasing and Tenant Relations

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Toronto - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Allied

Allied is a leading owner-operator of distinctive urban workspace in Canadas major cities. Our work is grounded in a clear purpose: to provide knowledge-based organizations with distinctive urban environments that support creativityconnectivityand human wellness.

Our vision is more expansive. Weseekto make a continuous contribution to cities and culture that elevates and inspires the humanity in all of informs how weoperate how wedesignand how welead.

Real estate for usis not a passive investment. Itis a profoundly human endeavourone that must promote wellness sustainabilitydiversityand creativitytoday and for generations to come.

Allied is also a place to build a career of consequence. If you are looking for work that is thoughtfultangibleand enduringwork that contributes meaningfully to cities and the people who inhabit themyou will find purpose here.

For more information onAlliedsapproach to city-building visit ourInsightspage.


The Well
Located at Spadina and Front The Well brings together three million square feet of retail office and residential space constructed over 7.7 acres. Through this The Well sets the stage for meaningful experiences that draw people from down the street and across the globe to eat shop work live and play in Toronto.

Purpose of the Role

Drive specialty leasing performance and cultivate strong tenant relationships at The Well. As Manager Specialty Leasing and Tenant Relations you will perform a broad range of leasing relationship management and business development responsibilities to source new clients strengthen industry partnerships and maximize projected revenue.

Reporting to the General Manager you will collaborate across the organization to support leasing initiatives enhance tenant engagement and contribute to the distinctive experience expected by tenants and visitors at The Well.

Responsibilities

  • Design build and scale The Wells specialty leasing program including kiosks pop-ups temporary in-line space storage and experiential activations.
  • Establish and execute the vision strategy standards and operating processes for specialty leasing in alignment with The Wells brand and long-term objectives.
  • Drive ancillary revenue through specialty leasing sponsorships partnerships activations digital and static centre media telecom license agreements and film and media productions.
  • Proactively source curate and secure innovative local national and emerging brands that enhance tenant mix and elevate the customer experience.
  • Identify support and incubate start-up entrepreneurs within the specialty leasing program.
  • Prepare negotiate and execute binding license agreements with temporary tenants.
  • Develop pricing strategies performance benchmarks forecasting models and measurable success metrics.
  • Monitor performance prepare forecasts and drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximize revenue and NOI.
Entrepreneurial Leadership & Innovation
  • Act as an internal entrepreneur identifying new concepts partnerships and activation opportunities across the property.
  • Test iterate and refine specialty leasing formats based on performance data customer feedback and market trends.
  • Collaborate with Marketing Digital and Experience teams to integrate specialty leasing into broader placemaking sponsorship and experiential strategies.
  • Champion bold ideas that enhance vibrancy traffic and brand relevance even where no precedent exists.
  • Present and articulate a best-in-class vision for the property to existing and prospective tenants and partners.
Tenant Relations
  • Serve as a senior relationship lead and first point of contact for temporary and specialty tenants.
  • Foster strong trust-based partnerships with tenants through transparent communication and proactive problem-solving.
  • Support tenant onboarding openings and ongoing operations with a solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Act as a connector between tenants and internal teams to resolve issues efficiently while ensuring alignment with property standards and agreements.
CrossFunctional Collaboration & Delivery
  • Lead Partnership Brand Meetings between RioCan and Allied stakeholders.
  • Partner closely with Leasing Property Management Marketing Operations Programming and Finance teams to ensure alignment and seamless execution.
  • Support retail programming seasonal initiatives and on-site events that drive engagement and performance.
  • Lead the planning and execution of on-site activations and events including permitting logistics community partnerships operations and post-event performance analysis.
  • Oversee the sourcing onboarding and management of vendors event concepts and artists that enhance the customer experience.
  • Maintain consistent communication with Property Management to ensure activations sponsorships and installations are executed according to plan.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely delivery installation and strike of programs and seasonal décor.
Leadership Responsibilities
  • Coach and work with the Specialist Retail Partnerships to achieve individual and property objectives.
  • Foster a collaborative high-performance team culture across departments.
  • Contribute to the development of annual personal and property-level goals.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and track progress against objectives.
  • Provide clear constructive feedback through one-on-one meetings department discussions and ongoing communication.
Financial Management
  • Oversee preparation of financial reporting related to specialty leasing activations sponsorships and temporary retail sales.
  • Monitor monthly expenses and performance against budget.
  • Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective strategies to the General Manager.
  • Prepare annual specialty leasing budgets and contribute to broader asset-level budgeting processes.
  • Analyze revenue and expense assumptions to ensure accurate forecasting and achievement of target projections.
  • Prepare detailed monthly performance reports on activations sponsorships and specialty leasing to ensure NOI targets are achieved.

Qualifications

  • 58 years of experience in specialty leasing retail leasing tenant relations or commercial real estate within a shopping centre or mixed-use environment.
  • Proven ability to generate new sales strategies and revenue streams.
  • Strong negotiation relationship management and influencing skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating autonomously and managing ambiguity.
  • Strong financial acumen including budgeting forecasting and variance analysis.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse cultures and business owners.
  • Highly organized self-motivated and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
$80000 - $100000 a year

Allieddeterminesindividual compensationby work location and other factors including relevant experienceeducationand internal equity.

Note: The listed salary range does not reflect total compensation and rewards. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

This role is a current vacancy on the Allied team.

TotalRewards*andtheEmployee Experience

At Allied total rewards are designed with the same perspective that shapes ouroperations. They are intended to support sustained contributioncreativityand a genuine sense of ownership in the work we do.

In practice this includes:

  • Shared financial success and an ownership mindset
    Eligible employeesparticipatein performance-based bonus programs and aretirement savings programwith the option to investtraditional fundsor Allied units. This approach aligns individual effort withAlliedslong-term performance and reinforces a sense of ownership at every level of the organization.

  • Intentional presence and time off
    In addition to vacation employees receive six personal days and half-daysbefore statutory holidays. Allied supports flexibility whilemaintaininga strongin-personculture. This reflectshow we collaborate most effectively and how weoperateas a business.

  • Healthwellbeingand support
    Comprehensive company-paidhealth benefits include vision and dental coverage along with a healthcare spending account. An employeeassistanceprogram is available to provide confidential support when it is needed.

  • Growth through leadership and exposure
    Allied believes in leadership at every level. Employees are encouraged to contribute beyond the boundaries of their role collaborate acrossdisciplinesand develop a broad understanding of the business. For those drawn to real estate this includes uncommon exposure to how buildings organizations and cities evolve through hands-on experience and shared responsibility.

  • Professional development grounded in practice
    Learning at Allied is both formal and experiential. Ongoing professional development and a mentorship program support growth through structured learning and day-to-day engagement with experienced colleagues across the organization.

  • Purpose and connection beyond work
    Each year employees are provided with a paid volunteer day to contribute time and effort to a cause that is personally meaningful to themreflecting our belief that contribution extends beyond the workplace.

If you are motivated by the role real estate plays in shaping cities and cultureand want your work to contribute to that effortwe encourage you to apply.

Moreinsight into life at Allied including ourESG and EDIinitiatives canbe found inourannual ESG report.

*Temporary or contract roles may not qualify for all the benefits listed and some roles may follow a modified total rewards will confirmwhat benefits you qualify for during the recruitment process.

Additional Information

We value human connection and experience. WhileAllied uses technology including AI-enabled tools to support administrative efficiency all screening assessment and hiring decisions are made by people.

We arecommitted to hiring the most qualified candidates with a dedication towards supporting diversityequityand inclusion across our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender ethnicity origin sexual orientationdisabilityand socioeconomic background. Diverse perspectives strengthen our organization and help us deliver better outcomes for our tenantspartnersand communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

We strive to provide an accessible recruitment experience and welcomereasonableaccommodation requests at any stage of therecruitmentprocess. Please reach out toemailprotectedif support is needed.

We look forward to receiving your application.


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