Leasing Manager
About the role
Position Summary: As our Leasing Manager, you will oversee leasing and marketing operations, drive occupancy, manage renewals, and lead our leasing team. We are seeking a results-driven leader who understands leasing metrics, marketing strategies, and team accountability.
About Us: Voted one of the Best Places to Work in Hampton Roads, ODUrent is one of the largest, fastest-growing, and most innovative real estate companies in the region. We specialize in off-campus student housing, manage 750 units, oversee over 300 self-storage units, and operate several traditional apartment communities. We are also proud to be one of the top-rated property management companies in Norfolk on Google, driven by our commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and doing things the right way the first time.
Responsibilities
- Leasing & Performance: Oversee daily leasing operations and maintain occupancy goals; monitor leads, tours, applications, conversion rates, and renewals; ensure timely lead follow-up and accurate lease execution; manage rental rates, availability, and concessions.
- Marketing & Renewals: Develop marketing campaigns to generate leads and increase conversions; oversee online listings, advertising, and social media marketing; manage renewal strategies, pricing, and deadlines; monitor marketing effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Leadership & Team Collaboration: Lead, train, and hold the leasing team accountable for performance; establish departmental goals and provide weekly performance reports; coordinate with Maintenance, Customer Service, and Operations; ensure compliance with company SOPs and Fair Housing regulations; identify opportunities to improve efficiency and leasing processes.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5–10+ years in leasing or property management, preferably student housing or multifamily.
- Leadership: 2+ years of management experience preferred.
- Strong sales, marketing, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to meet occupancy and leasing goals.
- Experience with property management software; Buildium preferred.
- Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and leasing regulations.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to 5% company match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance (company pays 60% of medical, dental, and vision)
- Vision insurance
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance / tuition reimbursement and paid certifications
- Bonus based on performance / quarterly performance bonuses
- Company parties / company events, team-building
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement / career growth opportunities
- Paid time off (PTO after 90 days)
- Parental leave
- Life insurance (company-paid policy)
Pay
Salary: $65,000–$80,000 annually, based on experience.
Quarterly performance bonuses.