National leasing role across renewals, relocations and new store deals Join a major retailer in growth with a fast-paced, commercial team Hybrid Melbourne role with strong scope to influence portfolio outcomes National Leasing Manager Major National Retailer | Melbourne | Hybrid A rare opportunity has arisen for a commercially driven National Leasing Manager to join a major national retailer during a significant period of transformation, growth and portfolio evolution. This is a senior leasing role sitting at the commercial centre of a high-value retail portfolio. It is suited to a confident, strategic and results-focused deal maker who can lead complex lease negotiations, manage key landlord relationships and deliver strong commercial outcomes across a multi-site network. Working within a centralised national function, you will play a key role in shaping leasing strategy, improving portfolio performance and supporting future expansion. This is a high-trust, high-accountability position with scope to grow into broader leadership responsibilities over time, making it an ideal opportunity for someone ready to step into a genuine second-in-command style role within a lean and evolving team. Location: Melbourne Support Office Working Model: Hybrid – 3 days in office / 2 days from home About the Role This is not a traditional tenancy coordination role. It is a commercially focused national leasing position for someone who can balance long-term strategic thinking with disciplined execution. You will be responsible for managing a mix of national landlords and independent owners across your region, leading lease negotiations across renewals, relocations and new store acquisitions, while identifying opportunities to improve lease outcomes and strengthen overall portfolio value. The role requires someone who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, influencing stakeholders at all levels and delivering quality deals that support broader business objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead complex lease negotiations across renewals, relocations and new store acquisitions Manage and optimise leasing outcomes across a national retail portfolio Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional landlords, developers and independent owners Identify opportunities for rent reduction, lease restructuring and broader portfolio improvement Provide commercial insight and market intelligence to support national leasing decisions Partner with legal, finance, store development and operations teams to ensure alignment and timely execution Support landlord engagement strategies and long-term portfolio planning Contribute to the ongoing evolution of a high-performing national leasing function About You Proven experience in retail leasing, property, portfolio management or lease negotiation Strong commercial acumen and the ability to deliver value through negotiation and stakeholder management A strategic mindset paired with a practical, results-driven approach Confident dealing with a mix of institutional landlords and independent owners Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability retail environment Strong communication, influencing and relationship management skills Self-driven, commercially minded and capable of operating autonomously Ambitious and motivated by the opportunity to grow within a transforming national retailer Experience across national retail, multi-site or large-format portfolios will be highly regarded Measures of Success This role will be measured on commercial impact and quality of outcomes, including: Strong rent reduction and lease improvement outcomes Quality and commercial strength of negotiated deals Effective landlord management and execution across the portfolio Contribution to broader leasing strategy and business growth Why This Opportunity Stands Out Join a major retailer during a period of transformation and national growth Step into a high-impact role with strong visibility across the business Take ownership of meaningful lease negotiations and portfolio strategy Opportunity to become a key leader within the leasing function Hybrid working model and Melbourne-based support office Work alongside a high-performing team in a commercially focused environment If you are a commercially savvy leasing professional who enjoys negotiating strong deals, building strategic relationships and influencing portfolio outcomes, this is an outstanding opportunity to make your mark. For a confidential discussion, please contact James Newman Consultant jnewman@goughrecruitment.com.au Reference number: 4018582 Profession:Property & DevelopmentNATIONAL LEASING MANAGER Company: Gough Recruitment AU Date posted: 17th Apr, 2026
