Senior Retail Lease Administrator

1 day ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Adairs Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About Adairs & This Opportunity

Adairs is on an exciting journey to become Australia's ultimate destination for home styling. As we enter our next phase of growth, it's a fantastic time to join our team and help shape the future of our brand. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional to oversee and manage our commercial lease agreements. In this role, you'll ensure smooth day-to-day lease operations, maintain accurate documentation, and collaborate closely with landlords, tenants and property managers throughout the entire lease lifecycle.

How you will spend your day

  • Oversee the implementation, renewal, and termination of lease agreements and maintain accurate lease database along with tracking critical dates
  • Review offers and mark up where required ensuring they meet standard non negotiables
  • Manage retail lease document negotiations direct with Landlord's solicitors and Landlords to comply with standard lease requirements
  • Interpret lease agreements working in an autonomous and detailed manner
  • Record and track all dealings and maintenance of lease documents and issues
  • Maintain Lease Eagle with all commercial and relevant store information
  • Liaising and coordinating with all departments to ensure a smooth store opening transaction
  • Weekly reporting to Head of Property

    Ensure all Assignments, Surrenders, Renewals and Variations are properly managed

About You

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in overseeing the execution, renewal and termination of lease agreements, within the retail sector
  • Proven track record in maintaining an accurate lease database
  • Experience as point of contact for landlords regarding lease inquiries, issues and negotiations
  • Experience ensuring that all lease agreements comply with company policies and legal regulations

    You have an analytical mindset with strong decision-making skills
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
  • Exceptional time management and organisational skills

Make Home Your Career

Our people are everything to us, and we're big believers in making our workplace fun and energising. It's why we provide the following tools and benefits to help you thrive in your role. We are all about collaboration and connection here at Adairs, so our team do work from the office 4 days a week with the option to work from home 1 day (if you choose):

  • A passionate team who loves what they do and are great at it
  • Access to our infamous sample sales
  • Awesome team discounts 50% off full price styles, 15% off sale styles and free shipping
  • Impressive EAP partner to support you in all areas of life; health, finance, relationships etc
  • Access to tailored learning and development programs through our very own Adairs Academy
  • Access to a wellness program which includes free events to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance

What Next

To express your interest, click "Apply Now" and submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting key initiatives you've successfully led and why you're the right fit for this role.



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