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Leasing Manager

Yugo

The Role

Overview

Oversee leasing team, drive occupancy, manage marketing, ensure resident satisfaction

Key Responsibilities

  • talent acquisition
  • marketing plan
  • leasing database
  • property tours
  • occupancy strategy
  • team management

Tasks

-Assist with recruiting, hiring, and new talent acquisition initiatives. -Establish and nurture relationships with prospective residents and integral partnerships. -Routinely update marketing material and leasing documents to ensure accuracy. -Maintain leasing files and ensure records are accurate and complete. -Serve as a motivational leader to drive sales and meet objectives daily. -Create and implement an annual marketing plan and evaluate performance outcomes. -Conduct property tours and assist prospective residents with the leasing process, including lease signings and move-in processes. -Develop and implement leasing strategies to increase occupancy rates and renewal rates. -Promptly input executed lease files into the leasing database and physical files. -Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. -Manage the leasing team and ensure they are meeting leasing goals and providing excellent customer service to prospective residents. -Create and maintain positive relationships with current and prospective residents, as well as with local universities and colleges. -Coordinate, staff, and attend campus events related to on/off campus housing. -Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Requirements

  • high school
  • entrata
  • microsoft office
  • communication
  • problem solving
  • leasing

What You Bring

-High School Diploma or equivalent, college degree is a plus -Demonstrated above-average verbal and written communication skills. -Industry software experience preferred (Entrata, One Site, etc.) -Demonstrate a thorough understanding of sales best practices. -Willing to work flexible schedule including weekends -Possess exemplary relationship-building and networking skills. -Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. -Able to multitask and meet deadlines in a timely manner -Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. -Frequently required to walk -Problem-Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. -Leasing or sales experience is a plus -Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. -Prioritize and delegate tasks using effective time management skills. -Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. -Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity -Continually required to talk or hear -Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to _25_ pounds -Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Benefits

-Leadership conferences and workshops -Foundations peer cohort onboarding and mentoring program -Paid sick leave for all employees -Competitive 401K match -Voting leave -Paid parental leave -Summer Friday program for corporate positions -Competitive and flexible medical, dental, and vision plans -Paid vacation time and holidays -MOJO monthly team events -EAP and LifeCare program for employees and family members Paid volunteer time -Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with generous company contribution -Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

The Company

About Yugo

-Fueled by student insight, it pioneers the “Live Your Best Life” program, touching hundreds of thousands through wellbeing, professional growth, and sustainability. -Specialising in purpose‑built student accommodation, Yugo blends stylish residential spaces with communal and study areas in top university cities. -Backed by The Dot Group and GSA’s legacy, its robust financial model attracts institutional investment into a resilient real‑estate sector. -A standout partnership as exclusive student‑housing operator for a Formula One™ team highlights its zest for innovation and visibility.

Sector Specialisms

Student Housing

Sustainable Living

Higher Education Accommodation

Residential

Sustainability

Social Impact

Community Building

Global Real Estate

Property Management

Development and Refurbishment

Environmental Innovation

Student Experience Enhancement

Health and Well-being

Energy Procurement

Market Acquisition Strategy