Leasing Manager

Southern Management Companies; Bladensburg (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Group term life

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & PTO

Continuing education

Job summary

Southern Management Companies in Iowa seeks a Leasing Manager with strong sales and customer service skills to lead a leasing team, oversee the leasing process from contact to move-in, and drive traffic through marketing strategies. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, at least two years in property management or high-volume sales, familiarity with Yardi; Microsoft Office proficiency is a plus.

A reliable vehicle is required for outreach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Two years of experience in property management or similar high-volume sales, marketing, or real estate environment.
• Experience with Yardi products a plus.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, coach, counsel and manage a successful leasing team.
• Oversee leasing process from first point of contact to move-in, ensuring internal quality control standards.
• Utilize sales and marketing strategies to increase property traffic, maintain closing ratios and achieve budgetary goals.
• Oversee all aspects of community marketing and advertising efforts.
• Ensure purchase order process is completed according to internal quality control standards.

Skills

Leasing management

Sales aptitude

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Outreach

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Yardi software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Strong sales and customer service skills with excellent communication and time management abilities with a demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding performance goals and sales targets. Demonstrates a sense of urgency, strong problem-solving skills, and a data-driven mindset. Knowledgeable of market trends and social media, with the ability to coach and mentor others while multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Must have a reliable vehicle for outreach; bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Hire, train, coach, counsel and manage a successful leasing team
• Encourage and build positive relationships with all team members, customers, and
  vendors
• Oversee leasing process from first point of contact to move-in, ensuring internal
  quality control standards are maintained
• Utilize sales and marketing strategies to increase property traffic, maintain closing
  ratios and achieve budgetary goals
• Inspect apartments and the community to ensure product quality
• Oversee all aspects of community marketing and advertising efforts
• Assist with preparation of annual budget and community plans
• Ensure purchase order process is completed according to internal quality control
  standards
• Stay abreast of industry trends
• Contribute to community and company engagement efforts
• Demonstrate behaviors that cultivate a positive work culture
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager and/or supervisor

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Strong sales aptitude with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to project an outgoing personality
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Ability to maintain adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment
• High-level critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational capability
• High level of written and oral communication skills
• Ability to keep accurate and neat records
• Knowledge of current applicable laws
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High school diploma
• Two years of experience in property management or similar high-volume sales, marketing, or real estate environment
• Experience with Yardi products a plus

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Two years of experience in property management or similar high-volume sales, marketing, or real estate environment
• Experience with Yardi products a plus

Pay Rate:

$21.82 - $29.55

Summary of Benefits:

Southern provides:

• A choice of Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you, your spouse and/or eligible children at a remarkably low cost
• Company paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurances
• Traditional and ROTH 401(k) with Company contribution
• Paid holidays, paid time off, pay for bereavement/funereal leave and jury duty
• Continuing Education

You can customize your package to include: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Long Term Care for an additional cost, at a reduced rate.

Benefit eligibility is dependent on Team Member Status. All benefits are subject to change or cancellation at any time.