Leasing Manager

Southern Land Company is a national real estate development and construction firm with a full-service team of planning, architecture, design, construction, marketing, and resident experience professionals—all in-house and collaborating daily to create uniquely beautiful places.

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Leasing Manager to join our dynamic team at Juliette, a 177-unit luxury rental residence community in downtown White Plains, NY. Residents will enjoy a variety of residence styles, including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom options averaging 1,200 square feet, along with premium amenities such as an outdoor leisure hub with a courtyard, pool, spa, barbecue grill, exterior fireplace, and bicycle storage.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily, weekly, and month-end reporting, including accurate reporting on resident ledgers.
• Post rent, manage delinquency collections, handle the eviction process, finalize accounting statements after resident move-outs, and create/post POs and daily deposits.
• Secure and manage lease renewals and prepare new lease paperwork for final approval.
• Conduct daily physical walks and inspections of the community to address issues and ensure property conditions meet company standards.
• Assist with hiring and training new staff members.
• Monitor resident satisfaction through communication and surveys.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of area competitors.
• Oversee property operations and staff when the Community Manager is not on-site.
• Assist with leasing duties, including touring prospective residents and preparing lease agreements as needed.
• Assist with hosting resident appreciation events.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience as an assistant manager.
• 3 years’ experience in property management.
• Fair Housing training.
• CAM certification.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Yardi products.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism with clients, vendors, and co-workers.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to take initiative, use good judgment, and demonstrate urgency and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and seek clarification when needed.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle interruptions, and adapt to frequent changes or unexpected events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Bookkeeping and account reconciliation experience.
• Property management experience with a focus on lease-up and mixed-use communities.
• Experience with YARDI.

Schedule

Initial schedule: Sundays – Thursdays, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET. Schedule may change after stabilization.

Pay

Salary range: $60,000 to $65,000, based on experience.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401k with a strong company match.
• Paid time off.