Position Overview

As a New Development Leasing Manager, you'll be at the forefront of launching and leasing The Morado on Berry new development. Your role is dynamic, encompassing strategic brand building, partnership cultivation, and innovative marketing implementation. You'll oversee a part-time sales and marketing team, ensuring they're aligned with lease-up objectives and equipped to drive leasing. Your leadership will be pivotal in guiding the team through the sales process and optimizing marketing efforts to achieve success.

Your success in this role hinges on your creativity, multitasking abilities, dynamism, and networking skills. You'll need to be an innovative thinker with a knack for devising fresh marketing approaches and leasing strategies, capable of seamlessly managing day-to-day operations while navigating the complexities of year one lease-up, and proficient in leveraging connections to forge beneficial partnerships, secure referrals, and enhance the visibility and reputation of our properties

Responsibilities

• Direct oversight of the part-time and full-time sales and marketing team, including scheduling, training, and ensuring adherence to University Partners standards and objectives.
• Execute tasks and strategy in go-to-market strategies and leasing plans to promote brand awareness and ensure successful lease-up of assigned new developments.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with local businesses, academic institutions, and community stakeholders to broaden market reach and drive leasing opportunities.
• Responsible for compiling and executing all leasing and marketing reports for the respective community.
• Collaborate with the new development mission control team to execute impactful events and special projects that generate buzz and excitement in the new market.
• Monitor and evaluate the sales knowledge and touring performance of the part-time team, providing guidance and support as needed to enhance effectiveness.
• Assist in overseeing day-to-day operations within the temporary leasing space to maintain operational efficiency and excellence.
• Ensure pre-leasing compliance, including lease execution, financial requirements, and adherence to company policies to meet milestone eligibility for incentive programs.
• Accountable for achieving pre-leasing milestones aligned with company goals.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, as required by the demands of the job. This may include bending, stooping, and lifting throughout the workday

Ideally, You'll Have

• High School graduate; college degree preferred but not required
• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in leasing, real estate development, or property management, showcasing a history of successful lease-ups.
• Proven experience in executing successful go-to-market strategies and driving lease-ups for new development communities in student markets
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows and/or Apple operating systems.

You'll crush it if you have experience with

• A creative edge, adept at driving leasing success through innovative strategies, seamless multitasking, and effective networking, all while maintaining a strong focus on sales performance.
• Energetic, imaginative, and enthusiastic, adept at articulating a compelling vision and securing leases effectively.
• Experience with Entrata.

Organizational Structure

• Reports to: New Development Manager
• Direct Reports: Sales & Marketing Team, Social Media Intern
   

Why Join University Partners?
At UP, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a new community from the ground up. Join a collaborative, growth-minded team that values innovation, energy, and results. If you’re ready to lead a successful lease-up and make your mark, we encourage you to apply today!