Build-to-Rent Leasing Lead — Drive Occupancy & Revenue

Residential Living Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Residential Living Recruitment is seeking an ambitious Leasing Manager for a premium Build to Rent development in Birmingham. You will own the end-to-end leasing operation and lead a small team to drive occupancy, revenue and resident satisfaction.

You will shape leasing strategy, forge local market relationships, manage renewals and rent negotiations, and monitor KPIs to improve performance. This role suits commercially minded leaders in a fast-paced, resident-focused environment.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of the full leasing journey, from initial enquiry and viewings through to negotiations, referencing, tenancy agreements and move-ins.
• Driving occupancy, revenue and leasing performance, consistently working towards and exceeding agreed targets.
• Leading, motivating and developing a high-performing leasing team, creating a positive and results-driven culture.
• Developing innovative marketing and leasing strategies to generate enquiries and maximise exposure.
• Keeping a close eye on local rental markets, competitor developments and pricing strategies to maintain a competitive advantage.
• Managing renewals, rent negotiations and retention strategies to minimise void periods.
• Monitoring leasing performance, budgets and KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve revenue and operational efficiency.

Job description

Residential Living Recruitment is seeking an ambitious Leasing Manager for a premium Build to Rent development in Birmingham. You will own the end-to-end leasing operation and lead a small team to drive occupancy, revenue and resident satisfaction.

You will shape leasing strategy, forge local market relationships, manage renewals and rent negotiations, and monitor KPIs to improve performance. This role suits commercially minded leaders in a fast-paced, resident-focused environment.