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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $40 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 30,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.
RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.
The Senior Manager, Real Estate Asset Management is responsible for overseeing and strategically managing a designated real estate portfolio. This role involves leading lease negotiations, managing property acquisitions and dispositions, and developing long-term real estate strategies. The Senior Manager collaborates with internal teams and external partners, including landlords, brokers, and developers, to support the organization’s growth objectives. This position requires a high degree of autonomy, strategic decision-making, and leadership in handling complex real estate transactions and aligning with the company’s broader business goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a regional real estate portfolio with a focus on lease renewals, acquisitions, dispositions, and property optimization.
- Negotiate and draft lease agreements with external landlords, including key clauses, market rates, and extension options to ensure favorable terms for the organization.
- Develop and maintain relationships with landlords, developers, and brokers to secure new opportunities and maintain strong property control.
- Work closely with legal counsel to finalize lease agreements, amendments, property transactions, and other contractual documentation.
- Lead efforts in property purchases, renovations, and dispositions, including optimizing existing assets by adding value through developments such as drive-thru lanes or site improvements.
- Conduct comprehensive market and property analyses, including regular site visits, market tours, and ongoing assessment of real estate trends and opportunities in the region.
- Prepare and present approval memos, updates, and recommendations to senior leadership and the Real Estate Committee.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as the Development Team, Construction, Finance, and Operations to align real estate strategy with broader organizational goals.
- Take ownership of complex transactions, ensuring deals are closed effectively and in line with company objectives.
- Represent the organization to all external stakeholders in a professional and strategic manner, upholding company standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in commercial real estate leasing, with a strong focus on negotiating and drafting complex lease agreements.
- Extensive knowledge of the commercial leasing industry, market rates, and real estate trends.
- Proven ability to lead complex real estate transactions, including property acquisitions, dispositions, and significant lease negotiations.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills with a track record of building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously.
- Ownership mentality with the ability to drive results and close out high-value deals.
- Proficiency in market research tools and technology platforms used in real estate management.
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Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.
Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
