Commercial Real Estate
Leasing Executive — Global Hiring Overview
Leasing Executives run office, retail, and industrial leasing transactions — sourcing tenants, structuring deals, and managing renewals.
Median Salary
$78.0k
$56.2k – $109k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
3.8K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+15%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for leasing executives in the global real estate market is exceptionally strong. Real estate developers, brokerages, REITs, and operators report a 15% year-on-year increase in Leasing Executive mandates, driven by office repositioning, retail recovery, industrial absorption, and rising occupier demand across global business hubs.
Salary Trend
Leasing Executive compensation typically falls between $56.2k and $109k, with experienced leasing execs in the global real estate market commanding $109k+ at leading developers, REITs, brokerages, and PropTech operators. Total compensation often includes incentive structures, commissions, performance pay, and equity or carry where applicable.
Career Path
Leasing Executives typically progress to Leasing Manager, Commercial Real Estate Broker roles, or into commercial head, leasing director, and CRE platform leadership across the global hiring real estate market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Source and qualify tenants
- •Negotiate leases and renewals
- •Hit monthly leasing and revenue targets
Qualifications
- •Commercial leasing experience
- •Strong negotiation and CRM skills
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Leasing Executive jobs by city
Leasing Executive jobs in Dubai
7.4K openings · $103k
Leasing Executive jobs in Abu Dhabi
5.7K openings · $99.8k
Leasing Executive jobs in Sharjah
4.6K openings · $81.9k
Leasing Executive jobs in Doha
5.7K openings · $101k
Leasing Executive jobs in Riyadh
6.8K openings · $92.0k
Leasing Executive jobs in Jeddah
5.5K openings · $87.4k
Leasing Executive jobs in Singapore
7.0K openings · $113k
Leasing Executive jobs in Hong Kong
5.9K openings · $115k
Leasing Executive jobs in Kuala Lumpur
5.1K openings · $68.6k
Leasing Executive salary insights
Leasing Executive salary in Dubai
$103k
Leasing Executive salary in Abu Dhabi
$99.8k
Leasing Executive salary in Sharjah
$81.9k
Leasing Executive salary in Doha
$101k
Leasing Executive salary in Riyadh
$92.0k
Leasing Executive salary in Jeddah
$87.4k
Leasing Executive salary in Singapore
$113k
Leasing Executive salary in Hong Kong
$115k
Leasing Executive salary in Kuala Lumpur
$68.6k
Hiring by real estate industry
Residential Real Estate Developers hiring Leasing Executives
Residential developers building primary, secondary, and master-planned housing for buyers and renters worldwide
Commercial Real Estate Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Owners, developers, and operators of office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use commercial property
Luxury Real Estate Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Luxury developers, brokerages, and branded residence operators across global luxury markets
Industrial Real Estate Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Industrial and logistics developers, owners, and operators across global trade corridors
Retail Real Estate Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Mall owners, high-street operators, and retail-led mixed-use developers worldwide
Hospitality Real Estate Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Hotel owners, branded residence operators, and serviced apartment developers worldwide
Facility Management Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Integrated facility management, hard and soft services across commercial and residential assets
Property Management Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use property managers worldwide
Real Estate Investment Firms hiring Leasing Executives
Funds, family offices, and institutional investors deploying capital across real estate
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Leasing Executive in the global real estate market is around $78.0k, typically ranging from $56.2k to $109k based on experience, asset class, and the real estate employer.