Lease Portfolio Associate

AgReserves, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Cell Phone

Work Travel Expenses

Job summary

AgReserves, Inc. is seeking a remote Lease Portfolio Associate to join our land management team. The role focuses on lease administration, tenant coordination, and compliance to ensure portfolio performance.

The position supports lease records, renewals, and coordination with service providers; travel up to 25% is possible to visit company locations and meet obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, or related field.
• 2+ years’ experience in agricultural lease management or land operations.
• Strong understanding of lease markets, compliance requirements, and budgeting.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Work independently and in teams.
• Oversee multiple service providers; identify issues and implement solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and GIS tools; financial modeling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lease administration, renewals, and documentation.
• Support tenant relationships, including communication and issue resolution.
• May assist with renewable energy projects, including managing construction activities and post-construction requirements.
• Monitor crop yields and property conditions; report variances to management.
• Coordinate routine maintenance and service provider activities.
• Maintain accurate lease records and compliance documentation.
• Prepare basic reports and contribute to budgeting for repairs and improvements.
• Provide data for market analysis and acquisition reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication (written & verbal)

Networking agricultural professionals

Teamwork

Service provider management

Budget understanding

Microsoft Office

GIS tools

Financial modeling (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or Agricultural Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS tools

Job description

Farmland Reserve is hiring a remote Lease Portfolio Associate to join our land management team!

Summary:

The Lease Portfolio Associate provides operational support for managing agricultural lease assets within an assigned region. This role focuses on lease administration, tenant coordination, and compliance activities to ensure portfolio performance and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with lease administration, renewals, and documentation.
• Support tenant relationships, including communication and issue resolution.
• May assist with renewable energy projects, including managing construction activities and administering all post-construction requirements.
• Monitor crop yields and property conditions; report variances to management.
• Coordinate routine maintenance and service provider activities.
• Maintain accurate lease records and compliance documentation.
• Prepare basic reports and contribute to budgeting for repairs and improvements.
• Provide data for market analysis and acquisition reviews.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, or related field.
• 2 + years’ experience in agricultural lease management or land operations.
• Strong understanding of lease markets, compliance requirements, and budgeting.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to network with agricultural professionals within assigned regions.
• Oversee work of multiple service providers, recognize issues, propose solutions and implement resolutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and GIS tools; financial modeling experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Work effectively both independently and in teams.
• Learn quickly and adapt to change, organized and able to prioritize work responsibilities.
• Qualified candidates must be based in the state of Arkansas, with ability to travel within the assigned stewardship up to 25%.
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Working conditions:

• The physical demands below describe what is generally required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Occasionally lift, carry, or move items weighing up to 30 pounds, such as files, supplies, or equipment.
• Regularly sit, stand, and move about the office environment.
• Frequently use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, phone, and other standard office equipment.
• Occasionally reach, bend, or stoop to access files, storage, or office equipment.
• Communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically, including written and verbal communication.
• Have adequate vision to perform office tasks, including reading, computer use, and reviewing documents, with the ability to adjust focus as needed.
• The work environment below describes conditions the employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when appropriate.
• Work is performed primarily in a climate‑controlled office environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards.
• Routine use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, photocopiers, and filing systems.
• Noise levels are typically quiet to moderate, consistent with a professional office setting.
• Occasional travel by vehicle or other means may be required to visit company locations or attend meetings.
• Periodic after‑hours or extended work hours may be necessary to support business operations or critical deadlines.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required in designated areas or during specific activities and will be provided in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.

AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full‑time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit‑sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: www.agreserves.com/benefits . AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.

Additional Benefits may also include:Company Cell Phone and Work Travel Expenses.