Leasing Administrator

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone. THE OPPORTUNITY The Lease Analyst will provide support and resources related to Chipotle’s real estate portfolio. They preserve the business’s economic model by ensuring lease compliance, controlling occupancy expenses, and helping maintain long-term tenancy at the restaurant locations, while also providing direction and leadership to others. The Lease Analyst serves as a liaison with internal property management, finance, legal, operations, construction, as well as landlords and their representatives. WHAT YOU’LL DO Interpret and analyze lease language to determine the right course of action to confirm critical lease dates, prepare and process stipulations, set up recurring payments for Common Area Maintenance, Taxes, Insurance, and execute store set up in system for new restaurant openings. Processing and approving monthly rent and out of cycle/one-time payments timely and accurately and provide supporting reports. Monitor progress and obtain required documentation for TI Allowance. Invoice, collect and process TI Allowance payments. Abstracting monthly Lease Renewals and Amendments. Execute initial set up for anticipated rent payments to support accrual process. Analyze sales data and lease language to accurately prepare one-off percent rent payments. Audit and reconcile Landlord ledgers/invoices and validate we are paying in accordance with the lease agreement. Liaise between Landlords and internal teams to rectify discrepancies due to escrow changes or unapplied / misapplied payments, utilities, etc. Communicating with landlords on lease issues, disputes and negotiating to resolution. Controlling occupancy costs by performing annual reviews of operating expenses (CAM reconciliation) to ensure Landlords are complying with the terms of the lease agreement. Understanding various rent payment models and ensuring timely and accurate payments and reporting. Review and communicate lease obligations with business partners to provide important insight and inform business decisions and actions during lease tenure. Assist in creating efficiencies within the department and analyzing the impact on the business while also providing meaningful and actionable insight. Maintain electronic lease documentation files. WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE B.A./B.S. or the equivalent 3-5 years of experience in commercial real estate lease administration, property management or related field. Restaurant or retail experience preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Excel. Possess the technical aptitude to use various Lease Administration systems and software. Understand essential lease and real estate industry terminology. Possess excellent analytical, communication and mathematical skills. Be highly organized, detail oriented with a professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills. PAY TRANSPARENCY A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $67,000.00–$95,500.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit for more details. WHO WE ARE Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests. #J-18808-Ljbffr