Leasing Manager

Tailwind Group; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company matching

On-the-job training

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Tailwind Group in Fayetteville, AR is seeking a Leasing Manager for College Town Fayetteville, a 231-unit student housing community. You will coordinate sales and marketing strategies to achieve maximum occupancy and deliver high-quality resident service.

This full-time role runs Monday–Friday 8:30am–5:00pm with occasional evenings/weekends depending on business needs. Compensation ranges from $40,122 to $52,159 plus bonus potential and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Experience in student housing or property sales is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead a team and manage leasing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the property team to achieve a minimum of 95% occupancy each year.
• Utilize effective sales strategies to maximize revenues while keeping concession spend at or below budget.
• Act as lead salesperson by conducting all tours, responding to leasing inquiries, and following up with prospective residents.
• Train and develop the Leasing Specialists and/or Community Assistant to perform all duties when the Leasing Manager is unavailable.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service during each encounter with residents, prospects, vendors, officials, and community members.
• Support campus and community marketing efforts, events, and special projects.
• Remain informed on market conditions, trends, and local competitors.
• Manage administrative, inventory and reporting tasks within the department.

Skills

Sales skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Team leadership

Entrata knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Entrata software

Job description

Description

Tailwind Group is a top twenty owner and manager of off‑campus student housing and brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry. We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace culture that is second to none. We strive to fight for the highest possible good of the people that matter most, including our team members! Attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry is an ongoing objective at Tailwind Group. We would love for you to join our team!

Job Type

Full‑time

Tailwind Group is a top twenty owner and manager of off‑campus student housing and brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry. We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace culture that is second to none. We strive to fight for the highest possible good of the people that matter most, including our team members! Attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry is an ongoing objective at Tailwind Group. We would love for you to join our team!

The Position

The Leasing Manager is primarily responsible for coordinating the sales and marketing strategy of the leasing department to ensure maximum occupancy of the community. A successful Leasing Manager will provide high quality customer service to our residents, focus on the management and implementation of the leasing processes and systems, and understand this role is critical to the reputation of the property.

The Property

College Town Fayetteville is a cottage‑style student housing community in Fayetteville, Arkansas, designed to serve students attending the University of Arkansas. The 231 unit, 670 bed community offers 1, 2, and 4‑bedroom units with amenities that include an updated clubhouse, renovated fitness center, resort‑style swimming pool, and much more. College Town provides team members with opportunities to develop and grow their careers while delivering an unmatched living experience for our residents.

This is a full‑time position working a standard schedule, Monday - Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Nights or weekends may be required from time to time dependent on business needs.

The compensation range for this position is $40,122.00 - $52,159.00 plus bonus potential. This range is determined by current market data based on the position requirements and complexities. Final offers of employment will be based on multiple factors including candidate education, skills, experience, and location.

Benefits & Perks

We strive to provide our employees with the most competitive benefits package in the industry. A few of those benefits and perks include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance for employees and their families
• Vacation and Sick Time + 12 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company matching
• On-the-job training and career development
• Paid Parental Leave

Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead the property team to achieve a minimum of 95% occupancy each year.
• Utilize effective sales strategies to maximize revenues while keeping concession spend at or below budget.
• Act as lead salesperson by conducting all tours, responding to leasing inquiries, and completing follow‑up with the prospective residents.
• Train and develop the Leasing Specialists and/or Community Assistant to perform all above responsibilities when the Leasing Manager is unable to be onsite.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service during each encounter with residents, prospects, vendors, officials, and community members.
• Participate and assist with the execution and development of marketing efforts on campus and in the community, customer appreciation events, and other special events.
• Be an expert on current market conditions, trends, and local competitors.
• Manage all administrative, inventory and reporting related tasks within the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field, and/or one or more years of progressive experience in student housing.
• Relevant property management, student housing, or sales/marketing experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Possess strong administrative, organization and communication skills.
• Be a self‑motivated individual and excel at working in a team environment.
• Understand basic standards of property management including Fair Housing laws, Tenant/Landlord rights, and general real estate principles.
• Experience with Entrata software is preferred.

To learn more about our core values, mission, and vision, check out: http://thetailwindgroup.com/.

A complete list of responsibilities and duties can be provided during the interview process.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship at this time. Tailwind Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.