Leasing Manager

Leasing Manager – Ivy & Elm | $65.000 - $75,000 The phones are ringing. A prospect is waiting for a tour. A leasing consultant needs help closing a lease. Occupancy goals are approaching, and the team is looking for direction. In student housing, there's always activity. The difference between a busy leasing office and a successful one usually comes down to leadership. We're hiring a Leasing Manager at Ivy & Elm — someone who can lead from the front, develop a high-performing team, and turn leasing activity into results. What This Role Really Is This isn't a role where you simply manage a calendar or monitor reports. This role is about creating consistency, accountability, and performance across the leasing operation. It sits at the intersection of: Team Development Marketing Customer Experience Property Performance You’ll be responsible for helping prospects choose Ivy & Elm while coaching your team to deliver an exceptional experience every step of the way. Who This Role Is For This role is for someone who: Loves the challenge of hitting leasing goals Enjoys coaching and developing others Leads by example rather than from behind a desk Understands that follow-up drives results Brings energy, accountability, and structure to a team Can balance sales, operations, and customer service priorities Takes ownership of outcomes rather than making excuses Who This Role Is NOT For This role is probably not a fit if: You prefer working independently rather than leading a team You avoid difficult conversations or performance coaching You focus on activity instead of results You struggle with accountability and follow-through You view leasing as simply giving tours and answering questions We're looking for someone who understands that strong occupancy starts with strong leadership. What You'll Be Responsible For Leading and developing the leasing team Driving occupancy, leasing, and renewal goals Coaching leasing professionals on tours, closing techniques, and follow-up Monitoring leasing performance and identifying opportunities for improvement Managing lead flow and ensuring timely communication with prospects Supporting marketing, outreach, and resident engagement initiatives Maintaining strong knowledge of market conditions and competitor activity Ensuring an exceptional prospect and resident experience Partnering with property leadership to achieve community goals Creating a culture of accountability, professionalism, and results What We’re Looking For Previous leasing experience required Previous leasing leadership or management experience preferred Student housing experience is a plus Strong sales and customer service skills Experience coaching, mentoring, or leading team members Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to perform in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment Experience with Entrata or similar property management software preferred Why Ivy & Elm Every tour matters. Every follow-up matters. Every lease matters. This role directly impacts: Occupancy performance Leasing team success The overall success of the community It's an opportunity to lead a team, influence results, and make a visible impact on the property's performance. Interested? If you thrive in a sales-driven environment... And if you're looking for an opportunity to lead, influence, and grow... We’d love to connect. Apply today and let’s start the conversation. AI Hiring Process Disclosure We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support portions of the hiring process, including reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, screening candidates, and evaluating responses. These tools are used to assist our recruitment team and do not replace human judgment. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by people. If you would like additional information regarding how your information is processed during the hiring process, please contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr