Real Estate Specialist

Job Description

The Real Estate Transaction Specialist will support the Real Estate Management team across one or more divisions in executing the enterprise’s brick-and-mortar capital strategy. This role focuses on lease restructuring, surplus property disposition, tenant leasing, outparcel carveouts, use waivers, property management, and key initiatives that align with long-term network strategy and deliver Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) over time. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver presentation materials for division leadership meetings, real estate site tours, and other ad hoc presentations to communicate project updates, strategic initiatives, and transaction outcomes.
• Partner with division asset management team in the creation and execution of brick & mortar network strategy, including major projects, joint venture developments, fuel centers, remodels, key initiatives, operational closures and divestitures; prioritize projects that deliver ROIC thresholds and support long-term network strategy.
• Support the Real Estate Manager throughout the entire real estate transaction lifecycle, including due diligence, lease contingencies, tracking key milestone dates and completing supporting legal documentation.
• Partner with Corporate Real Estate, division teams and 3rd Party consultants to evaluate, negotiate and document lease restructuring opportunities that increase leasehold value and align to network strategy through proficient and aggressive negotiating.
• Initiate and manage surplus property disposition and outparcel leasing transactions from inception to completion.
• Partner with key stakeholders (1045, retail maintenance, operations, etc.) to assist with property management functions, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and operational excellence.
• Conduct market research and financial analysis to support site selection, lease negotiations, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare, review and track letters of intent, leases, purchase agreements, Joint Venture Agreements and REAs, ensuring adherence to company standards and respective party obligations.
• Partner cross-functionally with legal counsel, consultants, brokers, landlords/developers and division teams to execute projects effectively.
• Partner with division teams to submit capital projects to Capital Committee, including accurate financial analyses and supporting documentation required for submittal.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Real Estate
• 2+ years of experience in commercial/retail property management, real estate leases, accounting, contractual obligations/legal liabilities, and/or sales experience
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Proficiency with standard business software

Desired

• 2+ years of experience in real estate with another retailer or real estate development company, including property management experience