National Leasing Specialist at Tailwind Group, Inc.

Mankato, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

62000.0

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leasing Management, Strategic Marketing, Market Research, Sales Strategies, Property Management Software, Social Media Marketing, Customer Retention, Fair Housing Laws, Tenant Rights, Real Estate Principles, Relationship Building, Project Management

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Description Tailwind Group is a top twenty owner and manager of off-campus student housing and brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry. We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace culture that is second to none. We strive to fight for the highest possible good of the people that matter most, including our team members! Attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry is an ongoing objective at Tailwind Group. We would love for you to join our team! The National Leasing Specialist is responsible for providing leasing support to student housing assets by filling vacant Leasing Manager roles, training team members, and providing day-to-day or ongoing support. The level of support may vary based on need, up to overseeing the entire leasing and marketing efforts of a student housing community. A successful National Leasing Specialist will provide excellent leasing support, take pride in the property(s), and understand that this role is critical to the reputation and function of Tailwind Group. This is a full-time position requiring extensive travel (90-100% of the time), with 10 days on and 4 days off. The compensation range for this position is $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 plus bonus potential. This range is determined by current market data based on the position requirements and complexities. Final offers of employment will be based on multiple factors including candidate education, skills, experience, and location. Benefits & Perks We strive to provide our employees with the most competitive benefits package in the industry. A few of those benefits and perks include: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance for employees and their families Vacation & Sick Leave + 12 Paid Holidays 401(k) with company matching On-the-job training and career development Paid Parental Leave Responsibilities & Duties Travel to properties and lead the leasing and marketing efforts for the property in absence of a permanent Leasing Manager or in collaboration with the Leasing Manager. Assist with implementing the properties strategic marketing plan, including leasing efforts and strategy and conducting market research and analysis to ensure achievement of budgeted occupancy. Utilize effective sales strategies to maximize revenues while keeping concession spend at or below budget. Act as lead salesperson by conducting tours, responding to leasing inquires, and completing follow-up with prospective residents. Train and support the Leasing Specialist and/or Community Assistants, focusing on work delegation and timely execution of assignments, alongside the Property Manager. Participate and assist with the execution and development of marketing efforts on campus and in the community, customer appreciation events, and other special events. Enforce lease agreement terms and communicate expectation levels with residents. Manage all administrative, inventory, and reporting related tasks within the department for the assigned property. Quickly identify leasing issues and opportunities on-site and recommend action plans to remediate with the Regional Leasing Manager and Regional Property Manager. May assist with new property on-boarding and lead leasing staff in successful execution of the sales process and procedures as assigned. Assist with implementation of pre-leasing plans and renewal campaigns. Assist properties in developing and implementing customer retention programs. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field and/or two or more years of experience in a Leasing Manager position, or similar role is required. Proven success in the lease-up of a property, within the student housing industry is strongly preferred. Experience with property management software, Entrata preferred. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Demonstrated ability to work in a growing, fast-paced environment managing multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism. Proven experience building strong relationships with on-site team members, resident bases, vendors, and company partners. Ability to adapt to challenging and changing circumstance and jump in and make an impact quicky. Experience creating social media and marketing content and managing a marketing calendar. Be a self-motivated individual and excel at working in a team environment. Understanding of the standards of property management including Fair Housing laws, Tenant/Landlord rights, and general real estate principles. Extensive travel (90-100%) required. Travel assignments will typically follow a 10 days on, 4 days off schedule. Candidate must be located near a major US airport. To learn more about our core values, mission, and vision, check out: http://thetailwindgroup.com/. A complete list of responsibilities and duties can be provided during the interview process. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship at this time. Tailwind Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Provide leasing and marketing support to student housing assets by filling vacant manager roles and training team members. Lead sales efforts, conduct tours, and implement strategic marketing plans to achieve budgeted occupancy.