Sr Leasing Associate

COMPANY SUMMARY

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and manages a well-positioned property portfolio of office, retail and multifamily assets in Manhattan and the greater New York metropolitan area. Owner of the Empire State Building, the World's Most Famous Building, ESRT also owns and operates its iconic, newly reimagined Observatory Experience. The company is a leader in healthy buildings, energy efficiency, and indoor environmental quality, and has the lowest greenhouse gas emissions per square foot of any publicly traded REIT portfolio in New York City. As of Dec. 31, 2021, ESRT's portfolio is comprised of approximately 9.4 million rentable square feet of office space, 700,000 rentable square feet of retail space and 625 units across two multifamily properties. More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at  and by following ESRT on , ,  and .   

We are currently seeking an energetic Sr Leasing Associate to join the team and support the marketing and leasing activities for Empire State Realty Trust’s New York City portfolio. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Broker and prospective tenant outreach (e.g., canvass, events, meetings, and conduct space tours)
• Develop/maintain existing tenant and broker relationships
• Ensure that all information for listings and vacant space is accurate and conveyed to the market in a timely manner.

• Effectively articulate the features and benefits of the properties to prospective tenants, existing tenants and brokerage firms through presentations, meetings, and tours of the property.

• Maintain market knowledge, including prospect tracking, leasing availability, and current market conditions.

• Maintain an accurate, in-depth knowledge of all aspects of assigned properties including all vacancies, tenants, lease expirations, and lease encumbrances.

• Coordinate with Design Team on organization of floor plans.
• Coordinate execution of marketing campaigns with the Marketing Team
• Conduct routine inspections of all marketable spaces to ensure in marketable condition through teamwork with Property and Project Management . 
• Coordinate the leasing process from prospect to lease execution.

 QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS degree required.
• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of related experience in commercial real estate leasing or brokerage required.
• Ability to interact with co-workers, contractors, tenants or vendors in an articulate, courteous and professional manner at all times. Existing relationships in broker community needed. 
• Financial aptitude / understanding of basic financial & business concepts 
• Can work autonomously, as well as part of a team, to further organizational goals. Effective problem-solving skills, proactive and resourceful.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines without compromising attention to detail.
• Willing to work nights as needed. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a richly diverse work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. By focusing on inclusion and celebrating our differences, we create even greater value — in business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture & Success Factors -  

• Adaptable – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently
• Dynamic –you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT
• Dependable – you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work
• Passionate – you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
• Curious – you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder
• Ethical – you treat others with respect, and embrace and contribute to a culture of diversity and inclusion
• Positive – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through

BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary and bonus.
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance.
• Company sponsored Life, AD&D, STD (with Salary Continuation), and LTD Insurance. Voluntary Enhanced LTD Program.
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident, and Cancer Programs.
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%.
• Paid parental leave.
• Pre-tax transit accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program for emotional, financial, and legal support.

WELL-BEING

• Generous paid time off.
• Flex remote work time.
• Flex Summer Fridays.
• Employee engagement programs.
• Volunteer time off.
• Continuing education.
• Complimentary Empire State Building Observatory access.
• Complimentary gym membership and other wellness benefits.
• Employee Discount Programs.