Leasing Manager

Linktal Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation included

Job summary

Linktal Recruitment is seeking a Leasing Manager for a residential Build-to-Rent portfolio in Sydney. You will lead end-to-end leasing operations, drive occupancy and rental performance, and shape the leasing strategy.

You’ll oversee marketing, tenant applications, negotiations and team coordination, ensuring NSW tenancy compliance and high resident satisfaction. The role offers a competitive salary of 110K-140K AUD plus super.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential leasing or leasing management.
• Exposure to Build-to-Rent (BTR), co-living, PBSA or large-scale residential portfolios is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of the Sydney rental market and NSW tenancy legislation.
• Ability to develop leasing strategies and manage occupancy and rental targets.
• Experience leading or coordinating leasing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end leasing operations across the residential portfolio from enquiry to lease execution.
• Develop and implement leasing strategies to maximise occupancy and rental income.
• Oversee marketing campaigns, property advertising, inspections, tenant applications and negotiations.
• Manage and support leasing teams and external leasing agents.
• Monitor market conditions and rental trends to identify opportunities for performance improvements.
• Build relationships with prospective tenants, residents, property management teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure leasing activities comply with NSW residential tenancy legislation.
• Identify opportunities to improve leasing processes and resident experience.
• Prepare leasing performance reports and provide updates to senior management.

Skills

Residential leasing

Leasing management

Client relations

Negotiation

Team leadership

Job description

Leasing Manager - Residential / Build-to-Rent

An established property development and management company is seeking an experienced Leasing Manager to lead and oversee leasing operations across its growing residential portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with a strong focus on residential assets, where you will play a key role in driving occupancy, rental performance and the overall leasing strategy.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in residential leasing, with exposure to Build-to-Rent (BTR), co-living, multi-residential or large-scale residential developments highly regarded.

The Role

• Lead and manage end-to-end leasing operations across the residential portfolio, from initial enquiries through to lease execution and tenant onboarding.
• Develop and implement leasing strategies to maximise occupancy, rental income and overall asset performance.
• Oversee marketing campaigns, property advertising, inspections, tenant applications and lease negotiations.
• Manage and support leasing teams and external leasing agents to achieve occupancy and leasing targets.
• Monitor market conditions, competitor activity and rental trends to identify opportunities for improved leasing performance.
• Build strong relationships with prospective tenants, residents, property management teams and key stakeholders.
• Ensure all leasing activities comply with relevant NSW residential tenancy legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve leasing processes, operational efficiency and the overall resident experience.
• Prepare leasing performance reports and provide regular updates to senior management on occupancy, enquiries and rental results.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in residential leasing, leasing management or a similar property-related role.
• Previous exposure to Build-to-Rent (BTR), co-living, purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), multi-residential or large-scale residential portfolios is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of the Sydney residential rental market, leasing processes and NSW tenancy legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to develop leasing strategies and manage occupancy, rental and conversion targets.
• Experience leading, mentoring or coordinating leasing teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially minded, organised and proactive, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Why Consider?

• Join an established property development and management business with a growing residential portfolio.
• Take ownership of leasing strategy and performance across diverse residential assets.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and optimisation of the business's residential portfolio.
• Work closely with senior leadership and key decision-makers.
• Competitive salary package of $110K-$140K + Super, depending on experience.