Director of Commercial Leasing

Director of Commercial Leasing

Our client, 3CDC, is searching for a Director of Commercial Leasing to lead the strategy, growth, and execution of leasing efforts across one of the most impactful real estate portfolios in Cincinnati. This is not a traditional brokerage role. They are looking for someone who understands how to build neighborhoods, curate experiences, and bring the right businesses into the right spaces to create long-term community success.

3CDC has played a direct role in more than $2 billion in development projects throughout Downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine, helping transform the urban core through mixed-use development, community programming, and business activation.

This role will oversee leasing strategy for a diverse portfolio of retail, office, and restaurant spaces while leading a collaborative leasing team focused on occupancy growth, tenant retention, and long-term property performance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead day-to-day commercial leasing operations across retail, office, and food & beverage assets
• Develop and mentor the commercial leasing team while driving accountability and performance
• Build relationships throughout the Cincinnati business community, broker network, and entrepreneurial ecosystem
• Identify and secure new tenants through creative outreach and relationship building
• Negotiate lease terms, renewals, amendments, and expansions
• Analyze leasing performance, vacancy trends, and pipeline activity to improve portfolio performance
• Partner with marketing, development, construction, and property management teams to support successful tenant launches
• Help curate a strong tenant mix that supports long-term neighborhood success — not simply filling vacancies
• Represent the organization at networking events, community functions, and industry events

What They’re Looking For

• 5+ years of commercial leasing experience within office, retail, industrial, hospitality, or related sectors
• Strong negotiation skills and proven success closing complex deals
• Someone highly connected within the Cincinnati market who understands the local business landscape
• A relationship-driven professional who thrives in networking environments and can think strategically about placemaking and community impact
• Experience building teams, developing people, and influencing others
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze leasing trends, financials, and market opportunities
• Experience with CRM or property management systems preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Marketing, or a related field required

What Makes This Opportunity Different

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity with an organization that is deeply embedded in the Cincinnati community. The right person will have the ability to directly shape the city’s growth by helping bring in businesses that create vibrancy, sustainability, and long-term economic impact.