**Description** **Do you have a knack for communication and negotiation? Do you have experience in real estate or land acquisition?** If so, Lamar Advertising of Phoenix, AZ has an amazing opportunity for you! The purpose of the Real Estate Manager in Phoenix, Arizona is to oversee all real estate-related functions and activities necessary to profitably secure, maintain, and grow the company's real estate portfolio of leased and owned properties in a manner consistent with Lamar's business practices. This position may supervise administrative employees, depending on location needs. **Why Lamar?** Lamar is a certified **Great Place to Work** , with **86%** of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a "Best Company to Work For" in U.S. News & World Report's annual ranking. + Learn more about us on our official **YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TheLamarChannel) .** + Check reviews and company updates on our **Glassdoor page (https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Lamar-Advertising-EI\_IE5998.11,28.htm) .** + Learn more about our **Great Place to Work certification. (https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1000144)** **What you can expect from us:** + **A Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm work schedule** + A first-year earning potential of **$80,000- $120,000** including commissions and bonus opportunities with an annual base salary of **$72,000.** + **Both phone & auto allowance.** + 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure + 12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth + Career advancement opportunities + Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential + Multiple medical plan options and health savings account + Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage + Dental and vision insurance + Short and long-term disability and paid parental leave + 401K plan with company match + Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program + A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback **What we are looking for in YOU:** + Ability to know and understand the city and state codes/regulations (as applicable), related maps for all jurisdictions within the designated market area, and an understanding of the permitting and variance process for each jurisdiction. + Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, possessing the ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands while establishing priorities to meet deadlines. + Must have strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, etc.), web applications, and the ability to quickly and easily learn job-related computer programs. + Work requires an excellent command of the English language to correspond and communicate on a one-to-one basis using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain information, explain policies and procedures, and negotiate with lessors. + Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds. + Must possess attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials + Must have knowledge of basic Accounting skills and practices to ensure accurate payment distributions. + Ability to operate within a set yearly budget. + Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, both internally and externally. + Ability to handle confidential information and situations. **Education & experience** + Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in business, real estate, or another related field. + In lieu of a bachelor's degree, 7 years of experience in business, real estate, or another related field is preferred. + 5 years of experience in business, real estate, or another related field is preferred with a degree. + 3-5 years of experience in land acquisition, zoning, and land use planning is preferred + A current and valid driver's license is required. + A real estate license is preferred + Or other equivalent combination of education and experience. **A day in the life** + Responsible for using discretion, independent judgment, and own research and analysis to determine which real estate assets to add to Lamar's portfolio and how to profitably maintain and grow Lamar's real estate portfolio + Responsible for monitoring, tracking, and analyzing critical operational data and dates associated with numerous land lease agreements, owned properties, and other real estate assets. + Responsible for creating and maintaining an up-to-date market abstract by identifying areas for growth or relocation of existing assets through documentation and analysis of current zoning laws that meet the criteria for permitting as required by the appropriate jurisdiction. + Responsible for monitoring competitor activity and permitting practices. + Collaborate with loc