Director of Lease Operations (5 years Commercial Real Estate exp)

About Us At Divaris, we are one of the largest and most highly regarded full-service commercial real estate firms in the mid-Atlantic region.

Our mission is simple:

to consistently meet and exceed the expectations of our clients by leveraging our unique combination of talent, technology, and connectedness. We believe that our people and their vision for the success of our clients is the single greatest asset that we can offer. Our employees come from a wide variety of disciplines in the commercial real estate world, with a combined skill set that allows us to navigate this multifaceted industry with both agility and efficiency. The Leadership Position Divaris is seeking a Director of Lease Operations to lead and elevate our Lease Analyst team in Virginia Beach. This is a key leadership opportunity for someone who can bring structure, accountability, and vision to the department while driving strong performance, team development, and operational excellence. The right candidate, will have a comprehensive knowledge of commercial lease administration and will also be someone who can step in, provide direction, develop people, improve performance, and help build a high performing team. Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the Lease Analyst team, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Establish clear departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations, and monitor progress against them.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, responsiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate team workflows, responsibilities, and structure to ensure the department is operating efficiently and positioned for growth.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding of assets, lease administration transitions, and due diligence processes.
• Provide leadership and guidance on complex lease matters, interpretations, and operational issues.
• Partner with internal departments, including Property Management, Property Accounting, and Brokerage, to improve coordination, communication, and service delivery.
• Build, refine, and implement processes, controls, and best practices to improve efficiency, consistency, and overall team performance.
• Identify opportunities for training, professional development, and succession planning within the department.
• Serve as a trusted resource to internal stakeholders and clients, ensuring a high level of service and professionalism. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, real estate or business preferred.
• 5 plus years' experience in third-party commercial real estate lease administration or property accounting.
• Proven leadership experience, including managing teams, developing staff and setting goals.
• Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements and drive accountability across a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility across departments and with clients.
• Strong understanding of commercial lease structures, terms and abstracting lease documents preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Yardi, and related systems.

Additional Information This is a full-time, on-site position located in Virginia Beach, VA. A background check and drug screening are required prior to employment. This position requires less than 10% travel. Why Join Us? In this high visibility leadership role, you'll shape process improvements, guide a talented team, and ensure our lease administration function delivers accuracy, insight, and value. You'll have the opportunity to influence how our lease analyst team supports a growing commercial real estate portfolio, while working closely with departments across the company. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a dynamic workplace culture.

Our benefits include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Health savings accounts includes a company contribution 401(k) with company match Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage Paid vacation, personal, sick and holiday time off Professional growth opportunities Lead with purpose. Grow with Divaris. Divaris is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Third party commercial lease administration: 5 years (Required) Leading teams of 4+ employees: 4 years (Required)

Yardi:

6 years (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Virginia Beach, VA 23462: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person