Our Client is a prominent food service/hospitality leader who’s been undergoing significant growth throughout Canada. As a result of their successes, we are currently seeking a dynamic, motivated, commercial real estate professional to join their company as a Real Estate Manager and play a key role in driving the organization’s continued growth in Canada.
As the Real Estate Manager, you will:
- Aggressively source, identify, negotiate and close real estate opportunities to facilitate the organization’s regional growth plan
- Manage and direct real estate brokers and franchisees in site selection and lease negotiations
- Build and maintain relationships with brokers, developers, and restaurant owners
- Maintain communication with franchisees regarding the process and progress of securing sites
- Manage the status of lease documentation through full execution, working with in-house and outside legal as required
- Remain involved in managing the existing lease portfolio and renewals within the territory
- Act as a liaison between franchisees and Landlords to resolve problems
- Prepare and update internal reports as required
The ideal candidate will possess:
- 3 – 5 years of experience in commercial real estate
- Strong knowledge of commercial real estate markets in Canada
- Restaurant experience a definite asset
- Proven market analysis and site selection skills and experience
- Extremely high level of motivation and drive
- Strong communication and negotiating skills
- The ability to work independently with minimum supervision
If you fit the above description and are ready to boost your real estate career to the next level, apply online today but sending your resume to Frank Joe at fjoe@locksearchgroup.com!