Job description
Real Estate Lease Manager (Commercial Portfolio – Remote, Multi Site)
Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-Time
Overview
We are seeking a Real Estate Lease Manager to take ownership of a multi-location commercial lease portfolio across NY, NJ, and CT. This role is responsible for tracking lease obligations, identifying landlord non-compliance, and driving resolution through structured follow-up and escalation.
Compensation
- Base Salary: $70,000 -- $95,000 per year
- Up to $105,000 for highly experienced candidates (100+ lease portfolio experience)
- Performance-based bonus tied to issue resolution and compliance outcomes
What You Will Do
- Review and abstract commercial leases, including landlord obligations, tenant obligations, default clauses, and cure periods
- Build and maintain a centralized lease tracking system across all locations
- Identify and track landlord compliance issues (repairs, maintenance, structural, HVAC, access)
- Prepare summaries of lease violations and coordinate escalation with leadership and legal counsel
- Communicate directly with landlords and property managers to drive issue resolution
- Track lease expirations, renewal timelines, and risk exposure
- Maintain documentation of all correspondence and actions taken
- Provide weekly reporting on portfolio status, active issues, and resolution progress
Requirements
- 3--7 years of experience in commercial real estate, lease administration, or property management
- Experience managing multiple locations or lease portfolios
- Strong ability to read and interpret contracts
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Persistent follow-up and problem-solving mindset
- Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
Why This Role
- Direct ownership of a multi-location commercial portfolio
- High visibility with executive leadership
- Measurable impact on cost control and operational risk
- Fully remote with clear accountability
Objective
Establish full control over lease obligations, enforce landlord accountability, and reduce financial and operational risk across the portfolio.