Corporate Retail Real Estate Broker
Full Time • Corporate
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Wellness resources
Benefits and Perks:
- 401K with company match
- Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- HSA with company match
- Instant Card, earned wage access
- Ancillary benefits including STD, LTD, and Life insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- FREE lunch at local brand-related restaurants
- PerkSpot corporate nationwide discount program
- And much more!
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Corporate Real Estate Broker to oversee and manage our company’s commercial real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for identifying, negotiating, and securing real estate opportunities that align with our business objectives, including lease negotiations, acquisitions, dispositions, and portfolio management. The ideal candidate will have deep market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders to support expansion, cost optimization, and operational efficiency.
Sun Holdings is one of the top franchise organizations in the U.S. and one of the largest minority-owned organizations based in Dallas, TX. Sun Holdings employs 30,000 team members and, owns and operates more than 1,200 locations across 35 states with popular U.S. brands including Applebee's, Arby's, Burger King, Freebirds, Golden Corral, GNC, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and restaurants in DFW and Georgia airports.
Our Corporate Headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas, where our culture is engaging and collaborative due to our onsite Monday through Friday operations. We invite you to learn more about Sun Holdings at www.sunholdings.net. We were awarded one of 2024 America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek magazine!
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute real estate strategies that support business growth, cost savings, and operational goals
- Identify and negotiate lease agreements, acquisitions, renewals, subleases, and dispositions
- Conduct market research and site selection analysis to optimize real estate decisions
- Collaborate with finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure real estate transactions align with corporate objectives
- Manage relationships with landlords, developers, and brokers to maximize value in negotiations
- Oversee lease administration, compliance, and portfolio performance
- Monitor market trends, zoning laws, and regulatory changes that impact real estate decisions
- Provide financial modeling, cost analysis, and risk assessments for proposed transactions
- Support corporate real estate projects, including renovations, relocations, and build-outs
- Maintain a database of all lease agreements, key dates, and critical obligations
Qualifications:
- Active commercial real estate license (as required by Texas state law)
- Experience in commercial real estate, preferably within the restaurant, retail, or hospitality industries
- Background in site selection, franchise development, or corporate expansion strategies
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Experience managing multi-location real estate portfolios
- Proficiency in lease administration software and financial analysis tools
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
- Knowledge of zoning laws, lease structures, and real estate financing
- CCIM, SIOR, or similar industry certification is a plus
We at Sun Holdings are committed to delivering a rewarding experience to our customers and a stimulating career environment for our employees.
Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sun Holdings was founded in 1997 by Guillermo Perales, funded by an SBA loan, and provides world-class management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and Uncle Julio's locations in 35 States. The collective portfolio of brands makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.
Mission
Mission
Our mission is to create great locations and facilities, so each unit operates at maximum potential. Our goal is to satisfy our customers' demands and exceed expectations for the products and services each brand offers. As we continue to expand, we want to hire dedicated staff and run a proficient business.
Vision
Vision
To be the nation’s leading retail and restaurant management-services company in total sales, operational metrics, customer satisfaction, and unit-level economics.
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401(K)
Health Insurance
Vision & Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
FREE Brand Meals