Leasing Agent

UniLodge Living Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Collaborative culture

Employee engagement initiatives

Team celebrations

Accommodation discounts across Essence

Employee referral rewards up to $1,000

Job summary

Essence Communities in Brisbane is seeking a Leasing Agent for 50 Quay, a premium Build-to-Rent community. You’ll drive enquiry, lead tours, and convert interest into leasing.

Reporting to the Leasing Manager, you will manage applications, coordinate inspections and ensure compliant documentation while delivering exceptional resident experiences. We offer competitive pay and a collaborative culture in a growing BTR portfolio.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (QLD) essential.
• Experience in build to rent, property management, residential leasing or co-living.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative environment, and autonomously as needed.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed leasing, occupancy and rental targets, confidently promoting the premium Build-to-Rent lifestyle and community at 50 Quay.
• Manage prospective residents from enquiry through to application, including CRM management, inspections, lead nurturing and relevant checks, with a strong focus on conversion and customer experience.
• Manage applications and lease documentation with accuracy and professionalism, ensuring commercial terms and processes comply with QLD legislation and internal requirements.
• Maintain compelling and accurate property listings and marketing activity, while supporting new residents through a seamless move-in experience and helping foster a welcoming, cohesive community.

Skills

Leasing

Property management

Residential leasing

CRM management

Lead nurturing

Customer experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (QLD)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Our Story Essence Communities is Australia and New Zealand’s largest Build-to-Rent (BTR) operator, delivering tailored management solutions backed by a 30-year legacy in property and asset management through our parent company, UniLodge Living Group.

Our Story Essence Communities is Australia and New Zealand’s largest Build-to-Rent (BTR) operator, delivering tailored management solutions backed by a 30-year legacy in property and asset management through our parent company, UniLodge Living Group.

We are shaping the future of rental living - combining commercial discipline with hospitality-led thinking to create communities where people feel they truly belong. As the BTR sector continues to evolve at pace, so do we – expanding our national footprint and redefining what best-in-class performance looks like.

Introducing 50 Quay 50 Quay is a landmark Build-to-Rent community that is redefining modern rental living in Brisbane. Comprising 475 premium residences in a prime riverfront location, the asset seamlessly blends high-quality homes with exceptional lifestyle amenities and thoughtfully curated resident experiences.

Designed to foster ‘natural connection’, convenience and community, 50 Quay sets a new benchmark for Build-to-Rent living, delivering a sophisticated residential offering where residents can truly feel at home.

The Opportunity As our Leasing Agent, you’re not just filling apartments, you’re matching people with their next chapter. You’re part sales strategist, part storyteller, part trusted guide. At 50 Quay, you’ll bring the lifestyle to life and turn 'just looking' into 'where do I sign?'

Reporting to the Leasing Manager, you’ll take the lead on driving enquiry, building momentum and delivering a leasing journey that feels seamless from first click to key collection.

Here’s How You’ll Make It Happen

• Meet and exceed leasing, occupancy and rental targets, confidently promoting the premium Build-to-Rent lifestyle and community at 50 Quay.
• Manage prospective residents from enquiry through to application, including CRM management, inspections, lead nurturing and relevant checks, with a strong focus on conversion and customer experience.
• Manage applications and lease documentation with accuracy and professionalism, ensuring commercial terms and processes comply with QLD legislation and internal requirements.
• Maintain compelling and accurate property listings and marketing activity, while supporting new residents through a seamless move-in experience and helping foster a welcoming, cohesive community.

About You: You’re an experienced leasing or property professional ready to elevate your career within a Build-to-Rent model.

You'll Bring

• A polished, resident-first service mindset
• Current Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (QLD) essential
• Experience in build to rent, property management, residential leasing or co-living
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to liaise effectively with people at all levels
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative environment, and autonomously as needed.

Why Join Us?

At Essence Communities, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture where contributions are valued, achievements are recognised, and individuals are empowered to thrive.

We Offer

• Competitive remuneration reflective of your experience and contribution.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your voice matters.
• Opportunities to shape our future through employee engagement initiatives.
• Team celebrations, social events, and community-focused experiences.
• Exclusive accommodation discounts across Essence Hotels & Apartments.
• Employee referral rewards of up to $1,000.

Ready to make your mark at 50 Quay?

If you're passionate about people, community and creating exceptional resident experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Essence Communities is part of the UniLodge Living Group.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.