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Executive Director

seattle, wa • Posted 5 days ago
Onsite Full Time Management & Leadership

Location: Seattle, WA

Position Type: Permanent

Compensation: Up to $200,000 base + bonus

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Regional Leasing Strategy & Portfolio Performance

  • Develop and execute comprehensive leasing strategies across assigned assets and development projects.
  • Evaluate market conditions, competitive assets, and development pipelines to inform pricing, positioning, and deal structuring decisions.
  • Identify and pursue high-value tenant opportunities aligned with portfolio objectives and targeted returns.
  • Establish target tenant strategies for new development and redevelopment initiatives.
  • Drive quarterly and annual leasing performance against established goals.

Transaction Leadership & Deal Structuring

  • Lead complex lease negotiations from initial engagement through execution.
  • Structure transactions to optimize long-term asset value and financial performance.
  • Oversee the full leasing lifecycle, ensuring timely occupancy and rent commencement.
  • Guide financial analysis, underwriting, and deal comparisons to support decision-making.
  • Partner closely with internal teams to ensure seamless transition from lease execution to operations.

Market Engagement & Business Development

  • Serve as a senior representative within the regional life sciences and innovation community.
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with brokers, tenants, universities, research institutions, and economic development agencies.
  • Oversee brokerage relationships and listing agents to maximize market exposure.
  • Participate in high-level pitch presentations and business development initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting

  • Partner with Asset Services, Development, and Marketing teams to align leasing strategy with asset positioning and execution.
  • Provide executive-level leasing updates, pipeline visibility, and market insights to regional and corporate leadership.
  • Ensure accurate tracking of leasing activity, market intelligence, and portfolio performance metrics.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 8 years of progressive leasing or commercial real estate experience with demonstrated leadership of complex transactions.
  • Strong expertise in market analysis, financial modeling, and lease structuring.
  • Advanced negotiation skills with a track record of driving portfolio performance.
  • Proven ability to build and leverage relationships across brokerage, tenant, and institutional networks.
  • Excellent executive-level communication and presentation skills.
  • Knowledge of life sciences, innovation clusters, or technical real estate environments preferred.
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including periodic travel to support leasing and market initiatives.

The expected annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $200,000 , plus an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, qualifications, skills, location, and other relevant considerations.

  • 100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)
  • Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan
  • Significant paid time off and holiday time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous rewards and recognitions
  • Annual Company paid time off for volunteering
  • Wellness and fitness incentives
  • Mentoring and career development opportunities
  • Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program

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