Retail Real Estate Director, North America

Retail Real Estate Director, North America – LEGO Group

Job Description

We’re looking for a passionate leader to bring the LEGO‑owned and operated stores into new markets and improve our portfolio of 100+ locations across the US and Canada. You will bring retail and lease‑negotiation experience to the Retail Development global team and drive the growth of the LEGO brand.

Core Responsibilities

Negotiate new leases and lease renewals, aligning with our retail development strategy and annual rollout plans

Work with external partners and landlords to review and select site opportunities that meet strategy, brand guidelines, space requirements and business case guardrails

Prepare and present site evaluation and approval packages to secure business case endorsement from the Global Real Estate committee

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders : Footprint Strategy, Retail Design, Construction & Project Management, Finance, Legal, Stores, Retail Operations, Retail Marketing, Commercial Planning, Global Business Services

Develop and maintain clear real‑estate processes and company standards, including lease terms

Conduct periodic portfolio reviews with landlords; drive lease actions that meet profitability targets and occupancy cost objectives

Interface with legal counsel to review LOIs, define lease‑risk protections and finalize execution documents

Partner with internal teams to ensure new stores and renovations are executed on time, leveraging landlord and local‑authority support

Maintain an up‑to‑date lease portfolio and landlord database via company tools

Do you have what it takes?

Relevant experience in retail real estate

Data‑driven mindset with strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills

Excellent negotiation skills

Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and storytelling ability

Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Experience partnering with senior business leaders (Directors, VPs)

People‑leadership experience : motivating and developing teams

Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time, potentially more depending on projects

Compensation

Salary range : $156,432.00 – $234,648.00. Compensation is based on responsibilities, market benchmarks, organizational constraints, prior experience, skills, expertise, location and internal equity. Benefits will be discussed at offer.

What’s in it for you?

Enhanced paid leave

options

Life and disability insurance

Well‑being support

– Headspace app and local wellbeing initiatives

Colleague discount

from day one

Bonus scheme

tied to goal achievement and eligibility

Primary workplace location

– office, store or factory with hybrid work (average 3 days per week in office)

We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play where everyone feels safe, valued and belongs. LEGO is committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For candidates with high engagement with children, a Child Safeguarding background screening will be required. We adhere to a drug‑free workplace policy and conduct routine drug screening.

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Join the LEGO® team today.

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