Leasing Associate

Cord Meyer Development, a legacy real estate owner and developer with over 120 years of experience throughout the New York metro area, is seeking a dedicated Leasing Associate to join our team.

Job Description:

The Leasing Associate supports the Leasing team with a primary focus on marketing execution, broker and tenant relationships, and market intelligence. This role is highly outward-facing and plays a key part in positioning the portfolio, supporting deal sourcing, and ensuring the Leasing team is well-informed on market conditions and competitive activity.

About Us

Founded in 1904, Cord Meyer Development is a premier developer, owner, and operator of high-quality retail, commercial, and residential properties throughout Queens and the New York metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Leasing Support

• Assist in the development and execution of leasing marketing initiatives across the portfolio
• Prepare and update marketing materials, offering memoranda, presentations, and property fact sheets
• Maintain accurate and current listings across brokerage platforms and internal systems
• Coordinate photography, floor plans, signage, and other marketing collateral
• Leverage social media platforms and AI-driven tools to support leasing and marketing efforts, including creating content, analyzing engagement metrics, identifying prospective tenants, and enhancing outreach strategies to drive visibility and deal flow

Broker & Tenant Relationships

• Serve as a point of contact for external brokers and prospective tenants
• Respond to leasing inquiries and ensure timely follow-up
• Coordinate property tours, meetings, and site visits with brokers, tenants, and internal teams
• Support ongoing broker relationships through regular communication, updates, and outreach

Market Intelligence & Research

• Track market activity including comparable deals, availabilities, rental rates, and concessions
• Maintain market intel databases and summary reports for internal use
• Assist with competitive property analysis and submarket reporting
• Monitor industry trends, tenant movements, and notable transactions

Deal & Team Support

• Support leasing executives with deal tracking, pipeline reporting, and follow-up
• Assist with preparation of deal summaries and internal presentations
• Coordinate internal meetings and leasing-related events as needed

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of direct leasing or brokerage experience with demonstrated involvement in tenant sourcing and deal negotiation
• Existing relationships with retailers, brokers, or local market participants preferred
• Ability to independently manage prospect outreach, tours, and initial deal discussions
• Working knowledge of lease terms, site selection criteria, and retail merchandising strategy
• Strong sales mindset with ability to drive deals forward and close transactions
• Highly motivated, self-starter with strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deals/pipelines simultaneously
• Ability to conduct market research, compile lease comps, and analyze competitive properties
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person