Senior Leasing Manager

Description

Tailwind Group capitalizes on real estate opportunities in acquisition, development, and management. Our team is uniquely qualified to provide full-scope expertise, ensuring lasting and sustainable environments. We are committed to creating and supporting a workplace culture that is versatile, innovative, and the best in our market. We strive for every team member to operate by our five core values—in doing so, they are affecting a positive change in their respective communities. Attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry is an everyday objective at Tailwind Group. We would love for you to join our team! 

The Position: The Senior 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 and focus on the management and implementation of the leasing processes and systems.

The Property: The Landing College Station is a unique housing community consisting of 444 units and 628 beds, recently renovated and designed with Texas A&M University students in mind.  

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 $48,000 - $55,000 plus high 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 
• 17 Days of PTO in your first full year + 9 Paid Holidays 
• 401(k) with company matching 
• On-the-job training and career development 
• Paid Parental Leave 

Responsibilities & Duties

• Model and cascade Tailwind Group’s five core values: Entrepreneurial, Versatile, Responsive, Innovative, and Integrity.
• 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.
• Monitor community, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas for superior curb appeal, general cleanliness, and organization.
• Assist with annual unit turnover and help execute move-in/move-out procedures.
• Participate and assist with the execution and development of marketing efforts on campus and in the community, customer appreciation events, and other special events.
• Ensure accurate file documentation and assist in collection of required fees in accordance with company policy; participate in lease file audits as needed.
• Enforce lease agreement terms and communicate expectation levels with residents.
• Post updates and communication through social media, monitor and respond to reviews.
• 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 three or more years of progressive experience in student housing.

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.
• Relevant property management, student housing, or sales/marketing experience is a plus.
• Experience with Entrata software is preferred.

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

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