Temp Lease-Up Admin for Affordable Housing – Chicago

RELATED; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Related Management Company in Chicago is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our Affordable Housing group for a new building. You will support the team through initial lease-ups, handle documents, and maintain organized records while providing front-desk coverage.

The role emphasizes compliance with affordable housing regulations, strong communication, and the ability to work with property management teams on a major luxury development in Streeterville.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of administrative, customer service, leasing, property management, or related experience; affordable housing experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional, customer-service-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel; experience with property management or applicant tracking systems is a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information, maintain accurate records, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to learn and follow affordable housing regulations, Fair Housing requirements, and company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and maintain tracking systems for initial lease ups, and/or general inquiries.
• Maintain neat, accurate and organized paper and electronic filing systems.
• Prepare and send preliminary applicant notices for lease ups.
• Assist staff with preparation and distribution of lease documents.
• Provide front desk reception coverage in the office, including answering phones and emails.
• Assist staff with the handling of all applicant/resident questions and concerns professionally and expeditiously.
• Provide general support to office staff.
• Perform additional duties which may be assigned.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Clear communication

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Related Management Company in Chicago is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our Affordable Housing group for a new building. You will support the team through initial lease-ups, handle documents, and maintain organized records while providing front-desk coverage.

The role emphasizes compliance with affordable housing regulations, strong communication, and the ability to work with property management teams on a major luxury development in Streeterville.