Leasing Senior Executive (Fashion)

A leading global fashion retailer is seeking a Leasing Senior Executive to join their store development team in Kuala Lumpur. This role offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal part in shaping the retail landscape by securing prime locations and optimising tenancy agreements for new and existing stores. You will be at the heart of the business’s expansion strategy, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless store openings and ongoing compliance.

What you'll do:

As a Leasing Senior Executive – Fashion Retail based in Kuala Lumpur, you will be entrusted with managing the entire leasing process from site selection through contract negotiation to ongoing relationship management. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve conducting detailed feasibility studies to identify suitable locations that maximise visibility and profitability. You will collaborate extensively with landlords and mall management teams to negotiate favourable lease terms while ensuring all agreements meet rigorous company standards. Internally, you will work alongside construction, operations, finance, and legal departments to coordinate store openings seamlessly. Success in this role requires meticulous attention to detail when reviewing contracts and maintaining documentation as well as proactive communication skills for resolving issues quickly. By monitoring key milestones throughout each project lifecycle—from initial handover through tenancy commencement—you will help drive efficient store launches that support broader business objectives. Your ability to foster positive relationships both internally and externally will be crucial in maintaining compliance and optimising costs across multiple sites.

• Conduct comprehensive site feasibility analyses including footfall assessment, demographic studies, competitive landscape reviews, and return on investment considerations to identify optimal retail spaces.
• Support lease negotiations with landlords by evaluating commercial terms such as rental rates, tenure periods, and incentive packages to secure favourable agreements.
• Coordinate internal approvals for leasing decisions to ensure alignment with company investment guidelines and strategic objectives.
• Lead negotiations of lease terms covering rental structures, fit-out periods, renewal clauses, and other critical contract elements to safeguard business interests.
• Review tenancy agreements meticulously to ensure full compliance with company standards while liaising with legal teams or headquarters stakeholders for contract finalisation.
• Maintain accurate lease records and documentation for audit purposes, tracking all relevant details for effective monitoring and reporting.
• Build and nurture strong working relationships with landlords and mall management teams by acting as the main point of contact for all tenancy-related matters including handovers, renewals, and dispute resolution.
• Work closely with internal departments such as Construction, Operations, and Finance to coordinate store opening timelines ensuring lease terms align with design, construction, and operational requirements.
• Monitor key milestones like handover dates, tenancy commencement periods, and store opening schedules to facilitate smooth transitions from lease signing to operational launch.
• Proactively manage lease expiry timelines by initiating renewal negotiations early while ensuring compliance with all tenancy obligations including payments and operational clauses.

What you bring:

To excel as a Leasing Senior Executive – Fashion Retail you will bring proven experience managing complex leasing portfolios within the Malaysian retail sector. Your educational background equips you with foundational knowledge of real estate principles while your hands-on experience negotiating commercial leases demonstrates your ability to secure advantageous terms for the business. You possess an acute awareness of local market dynamics which informs your site selection process; your familiarity with shopping mall developer practices further enhances your effectiveness during negotiations. Interpersonal skills are paramount—your capacity for building co-operative relationships across internal teams ensures smooth coordination during store openings while your external rapport fosters trust among landlords. Attention to detail underpins your approach when reviewing contracts or maintaining documentation; this diligence guarantees compliance at every stage. Analytical abilities enable you to track costs efficiently while supporting broader budgeting efforts. Ultimately your proactive mindset allows you to anticipate challenges before they arise—initiating renewal discussions early so that operational continuity is never compromised.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Real Estate Management, Property Management or a related field is required for this position.
• A minimum of 4–7 years’ experience in leasing, tenancy management or retail property management within Malaysia is essential.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating commercial lease agreements including rental structures, fit-out periods, renewal clauses, incentives and other contractual terms.
• Strong understanding of current retail market trends in Malaysia coupled with knowledge of shopping mall developer practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills enabling you to build collaborative relationships both internally across departments (Construction/Operations/Finance) and externally with landlords/mall managers.
• High attention to detail combined with a robust documentation mindset ensures compliance with company standards during contract review processes.
• Experience dealing directly with shopping mall developers or landlords is highly desirable for this role.
• Familiarity with tenancy agreements including legal terminology relevant to retail leases is important for success.
• Ability to track rental costs accurately while providing insightful analysis supporting budgeting decisions and cost optimisation strategies.
• Proactive approach towards monitoring lease expiry timelines coupled with strong organisational skills enables timely renewal negotiations.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader in fashion retail thanks to its unwavering commitment to employee development and workplace inclusivity. Employees benefit from supportive leadership that encourages collaboration across departments—ensuring everyone feels connected regardless of their role or seniority. Flexible working opportunities allow staff members to balance personal commitments without sacrificing professional growth; generous training programmes provide continuous learning pathways tailored specifically for those looking to advance within property management or retail operations. The company’s reputation for nurturing talent extends beyond technical skills: it actively promotes an environment where empathy kindness loyalty modesty sensitivity trust warmth sharing communal spirit inter-personal connection are celebrated daily. As part of this team you’ll enjoy access not only industry-leading resources but also genuine mentorship from knowledgeable colleagues who value your contributions—making every day an opportunity for personal fulfilment professional achievement shared success.

What's next:

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on the future of fashion retail property management apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

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