Leasing Manager

Waterton Search • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

As a Waterton Leasing Manager, you will oversee and motivate a team of leasing professionals and lead processes for selling and renewing residential apartment leases. The role focuses on generating qualified prospective residents, conducting property tours, following up with prospects, and preparing lease packages. You will work to meet occupancy goals, provide excellent service to residents and prospects, maintain leasing and property readiness standards, and support marketing efforts to increase community visibility.

Requirements

• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced work environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of leasing experience.
• At least two years of sales or marketing experience.
• Illinois Leasing Agent license required within 120 days of hire. Applicants without a valid Leasing Agent or Broker license must obtain one within 120 days of hire to remain eligible for employment.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, engage, and inspire the leasing team to meet or exceed community occupancy goals.
• Generate interest in the community by answering questions, conducting tours, following up with prospective residents, and using sales-closing techniques.
• Oversee the lease renewal program and documentation process.
• Ensure lease paperwork and resident information are properly documented and protected.
• Ensure the leasing office, models, vacant units, and common areas meet readiness standards, and report deficiencies to the Community Manager.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of the local market and conditions.
• Assist in developing marketing plans involving advertising, internet, outreach marketing, and referrals to increase community visibility.
• Provide exceptional customer service to current and prospective residents.
• Engage current residents through ongoing programs and events intended to increase satisfaction and minimize turnover.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation, leasing bonuses, and incentive program participation.
• Medical, dental, life, and disability benefits.
• Pet insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off, volunteer time off, and paid holidays.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Internal and external training through lifelong-learning plans.
• Consideration for tuition reimbursement.
• Commitment to job and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED