Leasing Associate

Job Title: Leasing Associate

Industry: Commercial Real Estate | Property Management | Real Estate Development

Location: Silver Spring, MD (Travel throughout the DMV required)

Assignment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $45,000 – $60,000 / Annually

Work Schedule: Full-time, 45+ hours/week; Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or 9:00 AM–6:00 PM. Hybrid position with frequent travel between portfolio properties.

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

A commercial real estate investment, development, and property management firm specializing in acquisitions, entitlements, construction management, asset management, and mixed-use, multifamily, retail, office, industrial, and townhome developments throughout the Washington, D.C. region.

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a driven Leasing Associate to lead leasing efforts across a diverse portfolio of office, retail, industrial, and residential properties. This is a relationship-focused, sales-driven role responsible for sourcing new tenants, marketing available space, conducting property tours, negotiating lease terms, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver an exceptional tenant experience. The ideal candidate enjoys building business relationships, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable traveling between properties throughout the DMV.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lease office, retail, industrial, and residential properties across the portfolio.
• Develop and execute property-specific marketing and leasing strategies.
• Prospect and source new tenants through direct outreach and networking.
• Build relationships with the commercial brokerage community and local businesses.
• Respond promptly to leasing inquiries and schedule property tours.
• Market available space using CoStar, Crexi, MLS, Craigslist, and other platforms.
• Draft Letters of Intent (LOIs) and lease agreements.
• Partner with Marketing to create property-specific marketing materials.
• Collaborate with Property Management and Accounting to onboard new tenants.
• Track leasing activity, maintain accurate records, and follow up on leads.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of leasing experience.
• Experience leasing both commercial and residential properties preferred.
• Mixed-use property experience is highly desired.
• Experience negotiating lease agreements and understanding various lease structures (NNN, full service, modified gross, etc.).
• Strong sales, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license with willingness to travel throughout the DMV.

Additional Details:

• Position was created to separate leasing responsibilities from property management as the company continues to grow.
• Reports to the Director of Property Management & Leasing.
• Portfolio consists of 13+ properties with daily priorities determining which properties require onsite support.
• Company vehicle provided for business travel.
• Interview process includes a virtual interview followed by an onsite interview and property tour.

Perks:

• Opportunity to work with an established and growing real estate owner/developer.
• Hybrid work environment with autonomy and variety in daily responsibilities.
• Company vehicle provided for business travel.
• High-visibility role with significant growth potential.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with strong employee tenure and long-term career advancement opportunities.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.