Head of Leasing

Singapore We are supporting a confidential search for a Head of Leasing based in Singapore. This senior role combines hands-on retail leasing, tenant-mix strategy and retailer concept development, with responsibility for securing brands and leading a multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the retail leasing strategy, shaping the tenant mix to strengthen customer appeal and commercial performance.
• Originate opportunities and secure new brands, managing retailer engagement from initial approach through commercial negotiation and deal closure.
• Work with retailers to develop distinctive concepts and partnerships that support leasing objectives and footfall.
• Build relationships across luxury and mainstream retail brands, understanding their business models and expansion priorities.
• Evaluate opportunities and negotiate terms that balance tenant quality, concept fit and commercial returns.
• Lead and develop the team, working across marketing, fit-out and commercial analysis to turn agreed plans into delivery.

Candidate profile

• Proven landlord-side retail leasing experience with a property owner, developer or retail REIT.
• A personal track record of originating and closing leasing deals, attracting new brands and shaping tenant mix.
• Experience developing retailer concepts and partnerships, supported by sound commercial judgement and strong negotiation skills.
• Credibility with senior retail decision-makers and the ability to build productive, long-term relationships.
• Demonstrated team leadership and the ability to coordinate delivery across functions.