Leasing Focused Property Manager

WizeHire, Inc; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) options

Job summary

Premier Living US is seeking a proactive Property Manager in Athens, Georgia, to oversee the daily operations of a multifamily community. You will manage leasing, customer service, and asset quality while achieving exceptional resident satisfaction.

Your role will involve financial management, overseeing staff, and championing resident relationships. Join a committed team that values impact and growth, with competitive healthcare benefits and a path for advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a property manager with a leasing focus.
• In-depth knowledge of property management regulations, including Fair Housing.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring exceptional service.
• Manage income and expenses to meet budget goals.
• Proactively facilitate tenant renewals and secure new leases.

Skills

Property management experience

Customer service focus

Strong communication skills

Time management

Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations

Financial management

Education

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Yardi Operating System

MS Office

Job description

Leasing-Focused, Hands-On Property Manager

Are you an actively involved leasing-focused property manager? Want to make an impactful difference every day? This may be the role for you!

Our dedicated team is on the hunt for a high-energy, results-driven Property Manager with a strong leasing mindset to lead one of our multifamily communities! This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves leasing and operations, and is passionate about delivering an outstanding resident experience every day.

As the Property Manager, you take ownership of the community’s performance—overseeing operations, financials, leasing, customer service, team development, and asset quality. Your mission is to effectively lease available units, maximize resident satisfaction, grow revenue, protect asset value, and build a high-performing team aligned with Premier Living’s standards of excellence. This is a single-person office in a small community, allowing the right candidate to truly showcase their skillset!

The right Property Manager is the key to a successfully operating property. At the helm of the day-to‑day interactions with residents, prospects, and vendors, the Property Manager is focused on positive interactions and successful forward progress. We are looking for a positive, energetic manager with a can‑do attitude. Does this sound like a fit for you? If so, please apply! We'd love to talk with you!

Compensation

$60,000 - $67,000 yearly

Responsibilities

Lead Daily Property Operations

• Oversee all aspects of day-to-day community operations, ensuring exceptional service and functionality. Doing so with a positive attitude and daily motivation.
• As a single-person office, the property manager is responsible for daily pushing forward on the company's KPIs; including leasing prospects, resident satisfaction, unit turnover, collection efforts, and invoice/vendor management.
• At as the professional face of the property to prospects, tenants, and vendors.
• Serve as the point of contact for major emergencies (fire, flood, crime, etc.) and respond onsite within 30 minutes when needed.
• Maintain all required industry certifications and stay informed on multifamily trends and evolving regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing, OSHA, MSDS, and all safety policies and codes.
• Review and approve staff time cards for payroll processing.

Grow the Property’s Financial Success

• Manage income and expenses to meet or exceed budget goals. Seek opportunities for cost savings or bulk pricing where available.
• Have input and insight into annual budget creation with the Regional Director's review.
• Assist the Regional Manager with monthly financial reporting and variance reports.
• Manage invoice submission and approvals through Avid Exchange and Yardi. Interacting directly with vendors on performance and accurate billing.
• Support capital planning efforts where applicable, including organization of status and vendor accountability.

Drive Occupancy Through Hands-On Leasing & Marketing

• Oversee and support the full leasing lifecycle—from prospect qualification to move-in, ensuring following PLUS protocols and process for accurately qualifying applicants.
• Ensure compliance with all company procedures and housing laws (local, state, federal).
• Implement strategic marketing initiatives to achieve occupancy goals. Bring on those creative ideas!
• Proactively facilitate renewal offers to secure tenants remaining in occupancy.
• Maintain awareness of market trends, competitor offerings, assist in marketing plans, and track advertising performance, making suggestions on improvements or efficiencies which may be available.
• Commissions along with additional bonus opportunities exist for reaching occupancy growth goals.

Minimize Delinquency & Enforce Lease Standards

• Aggressively pursue rent collections and ensure adherence to lease terms.
• Adhere to the company's procedures for rental collection efforts and documentation of efforts and tenant responses.
• Oversee delinquency procedures, including evictions, attending court hearings as needed, and appropriate write‑off protocols.
• Opportunity for bonus compensation based on achieved delinquency goals.

Ensure Exceptional Maintenance & Turnover Performance

• Coordinate and oversee all make-ready and turnover processes, ensuring units are delivered on time and within budget.
• Manage capital improvements and ensure maintenance standards exceed expectations.
• Protect the physical asset with proactive efforts on potential problems or risks.
• Walk the property daily to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment.
• Conduct regular, systematic inspections to uphold asset quality.

Champion Communication & Resident, Vendor Relationships

• Build strong, positive relationships with residents, fostering a community culture centered on service and respect.
• Resolve resident concerns, conflicts, and violations professionally and document all actions, escalating to the supervisor as needed for assistance.
• Complete the required weekly and monthly reporting as required.
• Maintain productive relationships with agencies, owners, vendors, and public officials.
• Attend required meetings and report major incidents promptly to regional leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a property manager, with a hands-on leasing and collections focus.
• In-depth knowledge of rules and regulations surrounding property management including Fair Housing.
• Openness to corporate and ownership support. We have a team mentality here!
• Desire to grow with the company as opportunities present with future acquisitions.
• Competency in MS Office, relevant databases, and property management software.
• Customer focus with a strong understanding of property management success.
• Interpersonally savvy with strong communication skills.
• Well‑organized candidate with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ability to recognize, diagnose, and resolve property operational problems.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and problem‑solve. Has a can‑do attitude!
• Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Market knowledge and experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of the Yardi Operating System is required, and Yardi CRM IQ is a plus.

About Company

Premier Living US is a growing company in the multifamily space. Owner/Operator since 2003, we have provided stability and continue to be in the top percentage of similar investment companies. We have $400 million in assets, which will double in the next 36 months. Make an impact with your contribution and have the opportunity to advance with our team! Health care benefits and 401(k) are available. Join a team that is committed to improving the lives of our residents and the results of our investors! Our core values drive our daily decisions!

Core Values

• Deliver Value through achieving results
• Make a positive impact
• Excellence is our standard
• Committed to continuous growth (CANI)
• Loyalty & Accountability