Leasing/Fit Out Assistant Manager (Retail)

A footwear retailer is seeking a Leasing/Fit Out Assistant Manager to join their dynamic real estate team in Kuala Lumpur. This is an opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in managing lease renewals, tenancy administration, and supporting expansion across Malaysia. If you are passionate about real estate, adept at building relationships with landlords and mall management, this role offers the perfect platform for your next career move.

What you'll do:

As Leasing/Fit Out Assistant Manager based in Kuala Lumpur, you will be entrusted with overseeing all aspects of lease management for an extensive network of retail stores. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve preparing comprehensive leasing documentation, negotiating favourable terms with landlords, identifying new site opportunities aligned with brand strategy, and ensuring seamless tenancy administration. You will also play an integral role in securing high-traffic promotional spaces that enhance sales performance. Working closely with internal teams such as Legal, Finance, and Projects, you will coordinate efforts to guarantee timely store openings and renovations while maintaining compliance with company standards. Your ability to foster positive relationships with external partners will be crucial in achieving successful outcomes. This position offers you the chance to make a tangible impact on the company's growth trajectory while developing your skills within a supportive environment that prioritises collaboration and professional development.

• Manage the complete process of lease renewals and tenancy administration for a diverse portfolio of retail outlets across Malaysia.
• Prepare detailed leasing proposals, conduct rental analyses, and draft renewal justifications for management review and approval.
• Negotiate rental terms, tenancy renewals, and lease conditions directly with landlords to secure optimal agreements for the business.
• Identify potential opportunities for store expansion, relocation, or rental savings by conducting thorough site evaluations based on brand requirements.
• Support the acquisition of atrium spaces, pop-up locations, and promotional areas to drive short-term sales initiatives within shopping centres.
• Monitor lease expiry schedules meticulously to ensure timely renewals or strategic exit planning as required by business needs.
• Maintain accurate lease records while coordinating closely with legal teams for the execution of tenancy agreements.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with landlords, mall management teams, property agents, and other key external stakeholders.
• Oversee communication with landlords regarding rental revisions, gross turnover reporting (GTO), and payment-related matters in collaboration with finance teams.
• Collaborate with project teams on renovation timelines and ensure store readiness for new openings or refurbishments.

What you bring:

To excel in this role, you will bring substantial experience from real estate or property management environments—ideally within retail settings—where you have managed complex lease portfolios independently. Your background includes hands-on involvement in negotiating leases, administering tenancies efficiently, preparing robust business cases for new sites or renewals, and collaborating across departments to deliver results. You are known for your meticulous attention to detail when handling documentation as well as your ability to communicate clearly with both internal colleagues and external partners. Your approach is grounded in empathy; you understand how positive relationships can drive better outcomes for all parties involved. You are comfortable working autonomously yet thrive when sharing knowledge within a team context. Your technical acumen ensures that financial analyses are accurate while your project coordination skills allow you to oversee renovations or new store launches seamlessly. Above all else you are committed to upholding high standards of integrity while contributing positively towards shared goals.

• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in real estate or property management roles within retail or commercial sectors is essential for success in this position.
• Proven track record in managing end-to-end lease renewals, negotiations, and tenancy administration processes is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are required to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, landlords, mall management teams, and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational abilities combined with excellent time management skills enable you to prioritise multiple tasks efficiently while meeting tight deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is necessary for preparing leasing proposals and presenting data-driven recommendations to management.
• Hands-on experience preparing leasing proposals, conducting rental analysis, and drafting justification papers for executive review is preferred.
• Demonstrated capability in identifying expansion opportunities as well as optimising existing rental arrangements through market research and site evaluations is advantageous.
• Experience engaging with landlord representatives and mall management professionals to build long-term working relationships is important for this role.
• Exposure to project management activities such as renovation coordination or fit-out projects on an ad-hoc basis adds value but leasing remains your primary focus area.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the world’s most respected names in footwear retailing—a brand synonymous with quality products backed by more than a century of heritage. Employees benefit from a workplace culture that places people at its heart: from customers served daily through extensive community outreach programmes right through to every member of staff who drives ongoing success. The company’s commitment extends beyond competitive compensation; it invests heavily in employee development via industry-leading training initiatives designed around teamwork excellence integrity diversity inclusion—and above all—personal growth opportunities both locally and internationally. Flexible working options generous benefits packages multicultural leadership representation plus encouragement towards cross-regional mobility further reinforce why this employer remains an aspirational destination for talented professionals seeking meaningful careers within global retail environments.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your real estate career within an inclusive global retailer that values your expertise—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your future starts here.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C