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Do you want to help revolutionize a major industry? At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), you'll have the opportunity to impact the future of real estate by developing innovative and engaging places that reinvent being together. Come join a team that builds excitement about working at URW. You'll get to work with leaders who are passionate about tackling changing consumer behavior with innovative experiences. All this bold vision means the company culture embraces evolution and change. We believe there is no "perfect" candidate and want to encourage applying even if all the requirements listed aren't met. If you're passionate about URW and looking to learn and grow, then we look forward to reviewing your application!
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Specialty Leasing Manager
Summary
We are seeking a self-motivated, strategic National Account & Specialty Leasing Manager to join our Specialty Leasing team. This role is responsible for generating new revenue opportunities with national specialty tenants while driving short-term leasing across common areas (RMUs/Kiosks) and local in-line spaces. You will manage the full deal cycle-including new agreements, renewals, and amendments-while balancing tenant needs with company objectives to maximize portfolio value.
Reporting to the VP of Leasing, the ideal candidate brings strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of market and consumer trends. You will help curate a first-in-class shopping experience across our flagship U.S. destinations and play a critical role within the broader URW 360 Sales Team, which includes permanent leasing and specialty leasing,.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop new National Specialty Leasing accounts and negotiate multi-center RMU, TOU, kiosk, vending, rooftop, and temporary in-line deals.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing national clients.
- Drive incremental revenue opportunities.
- Communicate progress of initiatives to stakeholders.
- Engage with property, regional, and corporate leadership.
- Ensure campaigns support revenue growth while managing risk.
- Understand client strategies and expectations.
- Own the full sales cycle and documentation.
- Align specialty programs with company and asset strategies.
- Execute center-specific merchandising strategies.
- Manage financial budgets and forecasts.
- Travel to assigned centers and understand local markets.
Preferred Experience & Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience in brand management, client service, media, entertainment, marketing consulting, or agencies.
- Experience with global brands preferred.
- Experience blending physical and digital programs.
- Success with cross-functional teams.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Authentic learner with integrity and drive.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; Salesforce & DocuSign a plus.
- Ability to generate leads using multiple platforms.
- Resilient and able to overcome obstacles.
Compensation

• Exempt
• $96,000 - $130,000 per year + Discretionary Annual Bonus

What is important to us
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) is driven by an entrepreneurial foundation of talented and ambitious employees who embrace change, strive for innovation, and know when to venture into uncharted terrain. Teams within URW are collaborative and thrive by working together to seize opportunity and solve challenges. Employees receive mentorship and guidance while being empowered to drive their initiatives, embracing their individuality and unique backgrounds. URW's flagship destinations are interwoven into the community fabric, and we give employees the power to be impactful in their work and lead meaningful change in our communities through volunteering, DE&I programming and leading ESG efforts. URW is an innovator and trend setter in experiential entertainment and is making bold moves to be a brand that creates inspiring consumer experiences in-person and digitally. Breaking beyond conventional beliefs, URW is surprising and delighting customers by reinventing being together and creating memorable moments.
Our company purpose - to Reinvent Being Together - is about reimagining how individuals and communities come together, socialize, and enjoy dynamic experiences alongside one another in entirely new ways. We are at our best when we are TOGETHER safely and joyfully