About University Partners University Partners is a leading student housing management company dedicated to creating exceptional communities where residents thrive and team members grow. Purpose :
- Lead all leasing and marketing efforts for a new student housing development.
- Build and guide a high-performing leasing team to achieve full occupancy, strong brand awareness, and a successful property launch.
Key Responsibilities :
Lease-Up Phase : Spearhead the full lease-up process—from pre-leasing through move-in—driving occupancy, awareness, and resident engagement for the new community.Recruit, train, and motivate the leasing team to ensure top-tier service and adherence to UP’s standards.Develop and execute marketing strategies including campus events, digital outreach, partnerships, and referral programs to generate traffic and leases.Monitor leasing velocity, conversion metrics, and market data; refine tactics to meet lease-up milestones.Collaborate with construction, operations, and marketing teams to ensure unit readiness, model / unit presentation, pricing, and promotional timelines align with lease-up goals.Plan and lead move-in day logistics, including traffic flow, vendor coordination, and resident check-in experiences. Ongoing / Stabilized Operations :
Lead, train, and coach the leasing team to meet leasing, renewal, and customer service objectives.Support Leasing Consultants in leasing apartments while maintaining compliance with Fair Housing guidelines.Review, approve, and maintain lease paperwork, applications, and Entrata records to ensure accuracy.Coordinate resident renewals and maintain the renewal tracker; ensure timely follow-up by the team.Plan, implement, and monitor marketing initiatives, including events, promotions, print / online advertising, and social media.Conduct monthly market surveys and provide pricing recommendations based on competitor data.Collaborate on roommate matching, move-in planning, traffic flow, and resident events.Maintain goal boards and monitor leasing performance, ensuring deadlines and standards are consistently met.Review leasing team schedules, ensure office coverage, and support smooth day-to-day operations.Support the Community Manager in daily operations, reporting, and administrative duties.Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2+ years of leasing or marketing experience, preferably in student housing lease-ups.Proven ability to engage student communities and collaborate with student leaders, including fraternity and sorority organizations. Experienced in leading and developing a team in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Entrata (preferred).Willingness to work weekends or extended hours during peak leasing seasons.Why Join University Partners?At UP, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a new community from the ground up.Join a collaborative, growth-minded team that values innovation, energy, and results.If you’re ready to lead a successful lease-up and make your mark, we encourage you to apply today!
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