Company Description

Established in 1966, EDENS’ purpose is to enrich community through human engagement. We are the owner, developer and steward of a nationally leading portfolio of more than 100 open-air retail and mixed-use places in high-growth markets coast to coast. We design our places to achieve 3.5 trips per week and 5 hours of dwell time, reaching over 15 million people daily. With in-house capabilities spanning development, acquisitions, leasing, construction, and property management, EDENS is committed to thoughtful design, strategic curation, and impactful community engagement.

We are backed by long-term blue-chip investors and supported by a strong balance sheet and flexible capital structure, enabling us to execute our strategic vision and invest opportunistically. EDENS is proud to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where all team members can thrive.

Role Overview

The Leasing Associate will play a key role in supporting EDENS’ leasing and investment initiatives across the Pacific Region spanning the San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco metropolitan areas. This hybrid role blends market research, tenant strategy, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, offering exposure to acquisitions, leasing, development, capital markets, and investment management. This position is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and is eager to grow within the commercial real estate industry. This position will be based in San Francisco or Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities

Leasing & Market Strategy

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of retailers, restaurants, and brokers throughout Northern and Southern California.
• Identify best-in-class local and regional tenants, including digitally native brands, and provide weekly updates to the team.
• Organize monthly retailer/broker engagement events.
• Support leasing team with prospective tenant lists and prospecting.
• Aid in the management and coordination of third-party brokers
• Participate in lease negotiations and development/project meetings to learn EDENS’ process.

Investments & Financial Analysis

• Assist with financial modeling, underwriting, and due diligence for acquisitions, dispositions, and redevelopment opportunities.
• Contribute to investor relations materials, including quarterly reports and board presentations.
• Support equity and debt financing efforts, including joint ventures and corporate-level capital strategies.
• Analyze property-level performance metrics, sustainability initiatives, and expense recoveries.

Development & Strategy

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support acquisition, merchandising and leasing strategies.
• Participate in project management tasks including pro forma modeling, leasing progress tracking, and investor updates.
• Serve as our boots-on-the ground representative for ad hoc development, redevelopment, leasing and acquisition needs.
• Research consumer trends and retailer growth strategies to inform deal sourcing and execution.

Qualifications/Further Descriptions

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year institution.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in real estate, finance, or related fields.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail, strong memory capacity, and creative problem-solving ability.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint preferred.
• Willingness to travel and spend significant time canvassing markets.
• No specific property assignments or eligibility for leasing commissions.

Professional Attributes

• Demonstrated initiative, leadership, and adaptability.
• Ability to manage stress and maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to represent EDENS with polish and confidence.
• Commitment to excellence, persistence, and continuous learning.

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 and is bonus eligible. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vision Discount Programs
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Company Paid Holidays
• FMLA
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Family Leave Policy
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Entertainment Discounts
• Dress for your Day
• Tenure Recognition, including a paid sabbatical

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