We are seeking a highly motivated Leasing Manager to join our awesome team here at Fairlawn! The ideal candidate will embody Fairlawn’s core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve.

The Leasing Manager will lead a local leasing team and oversee successful sales and marketing initiatives for a portfolio of properties in the Champaign-Urbana market. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented leader with strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.

What will you do?

• Exemplify the core values of Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own It, and Always Improve
• Manage day-to-day leasing operations including managing a leasing team
• Market all available units through approved channels, ensuring all listings are accurate, appealing, and drawing traffic
• Apply established sales and marketing strategies to increase property traffic, maintain closing ratios, and meet or exceed budgeted occupancy
• Review and approve rental applications in compliance with set guidelines
• Prepare, review, and execute leases, making certain that all documents are accurate and executed in a timely manner
• Own the delivery of excellent customer service via all front-line channels (walk-ins, phone, email, text)
• Prepare move-in paperwork, confirm residences are move-in ready, and ensure new residents are satisfied with their housing
• Assist Senior Managers with setting market rents, defining leasing goals, and the renewals process
• Contribute to online content for property listings, property websites, and social media
• Become knowledgeable on our properties versus competition and effectively communicate features to prospective residents
• Learn and ensure compliance with all Fair Housing Laws including local, state, and federal housing regulations (We provide training)
• Pivot, roll up your sleeves, and jump in where needed!

Why should you work here?

• Competitive Pay. We are ready to invest in you!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Starting on the First Day of Employment - to access care for positive health outcomes and your overall well-being
• Employee-sponsored benefits including Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Flexible Spending, and H.S.A. Accounts to avoid costly medical expenses due to gaps and ensure that all your medical needs are met
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match to invest in your future wealth and retirement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay to help you reset and come back rejuvenated and refreshed
• Monthly company events to promote team cohesion
• Wellness Days to focus on being your best self. We want you to have time to disconnect and recharge in a way that works for you
• The opportunity to work for a growing organization where you are valued and can have a direct impact
• Quarterly off-site meetings with your manager to celebrate wins, issue solve and ensure you are set up for success. Plus, the process is rewarding, and the results are great for your career

Who you are – We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have at least three years of sales experience
• Have at least one year of experience as a people leader successfully managing a team
• Have a bachelor's degree OR three years of leasing, property management, or real estate experience
• Must be able to obtain Illinois Residential Agent License within 1 year of employment
• Are proficient with relevant technology (e.g. Microsoft Office, AppFolio, Outlook) and can easily adapt to changing technology
• Demonstrate superior attention to detail, high energy, and a positive attitude
• Have an ability to give and receive real-time feedback with a positive mindset
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have an ability to work independently and also to work closely with other team members
• Embody our core values: Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own It, and Always Improve

Some additional things you will need:

• A valid driver’s license and dependable transportation. Limited in-town usage of personal vehicle for errands, any out-of-county personal mileage reimbursed at the Federal rate
• Availability to work Saturdays (Sundays during high volume leasing seasons)
• Availability to work longer hours and weekends during department and company peak seasons
• To serve as one of the emergency contacts for the community / Availability to be on-call and assist in after-hours emergency situations
• Must be able to perform the physical functions of the position, not limited to ability to walk properties, ability to sit for long periods of time at a computer, complete physical inspections, and deliver resident communications

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate a strong alignment with the requirements listed above. While meeting all qualifications is preferred, we understand that exceptional candidates may bring comparable experience and skills to the table including prior experience at Fairlawn Real Estate. We value diversity of thought and experience, and we are committed to considering all applicants [internal and external] and to identifying and selecting the most qualified applicant for the role.

Fairlawn Real Estate is a fast-growing real estate firm managing approximately 5,000 units throughout Central Illinois and Indianapolis. Our company uses the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to run and help grow our business – the tools from EOS contribute to finding the right people and putting them in the right roles, effectively solving issues as they arise, and building a culture of accountability. In short, it gets everyone on the same page and working toward the same goals. If you have an ownership mindset and take pride in all the details, joining our team may be perfect for you!

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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