National Leasing Specialist

• Travel to properties and lead leasing and marketing efforts in the absence of a permanent Leasing Manager or in collaboration with the Leasing Manager
• Implement strategic marketing plans, leasing efforts, and leasing strategies
• Conduct market research and analysis to achieve budgeted occupancy
• Utilize sales strategies to maximize revenues while keeping concession spend at or below budget
• Conduct tours, respond to leasing inquiries, and follow up with prospective residents
• Train and support Leasing Specialists and/or Community Assistants, focusing on work delegation and timely execution alongside the Property Manager
• Execute and develop marketing efforts on campus and in the community
• Participate in customer appreciation events and other special events
• Enforce lease agreement terms and communicate expectations with residents
• Manage administrative, inventory, and reporting tasks for the assigned property
• Identify leasing issues and opportunities and recommend action plans with the Regional Leasing Manager and Regional Property Manager
• Assist with new property onboarding and lead leasing staff in executing sales processes and procedures
• Implement pre-leasing plans and renewal campaigns
• Develop and implement customer retention programs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field and/or two or more years of experience in a Leasing Manager position, or similar role is required
• Proven success in the lease-up of a property, within the student housing industry is strongly preferred
• Experience with property management software, Entrata preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work in a growing, fast-paced environment managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism
• Proven experience building strong relationships with on-site team members, resident bases, vendors, and company partners
• Ability to adapt to challenging and changing circumstance and jump in and make an impact quicky
• Experience creating social media and marketing content and managing a marketing calendar
• Be a self‑motivated individual and excel at working in a team environment
• Understanding of the standards of property management including Fair Housing laws, Tenant/Landlord rights, and general real estate principles
• Extensive travel (90-100%) required
• Candidate must be located near a major US airport
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship at this time

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leasing management and marketing strategies within the student housing sector, with a strong focus on customer retention and relationship building. Proficient in utilizing property management software and executing effective marketing plans to achieve occupancy goals.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration
• Proven Success in Lease-Up of Property
• Experience with Property Management Software
• Understanding of Fair Housing Laws
• Ability to Manage Multiple Projects

Hard Skills

• Leasing Strategies
• Market Research and Analysis
• Sales Strategies
• Customer Retention Programs
• Pre‑Leasing Plans
• Renewal Campaigns
• Marketing Content Creation
• Administrative Management
• Inventory Management
• Reporting Tasks

Soft Skills

• High Level of Integrity
• Professionalism
• Relationship Building
• Adaptability
• Self‑Motivation

Industry Keywords

• Student Housing
• Property Management
• Tenant/Landlord Rights
• Real Estate Principles
• Leasing Manager

Tools & Technologies

• Entrata