Full - Time Leasing Consultant

About University Partners
University Partners is a leading owner, operator, and manager of student housing communities across the U.S., overseeing more than 25,000 beds. We’re dedicated to providing exceptional service, creating engaging communities, and supporting the professional growth of our team members.

Job Purpose
As a Leasing Consultant, you’ll be the face of the community — welcoming prospective residents, handling day-to-day resident needs, and coordinating lease renewals. You’ll play a key role in achieving occupancy goals and ensuring the community thrives in a competitive market. Training focuses on Fair Housing, leasing strategies, and overcoming objections.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding service to residents, prospects, and visitors.
• Lease apartments to meet occupancy goals and follow Fair Housing standards.
• Conduct outside marketing initiatives under the guidance of management.
• Review applications, verify credit, income, and background information.
• Complete lease paperwork, maintain files, and ensure apartment readiness before move-in.
• Follow up with residents, manage lease renewals, and promote annual renewal campaigns.
• Maintain accurate records in Entrata, track leads, and follow up promptly with prospects.
• Support turn processes, including roommate matching, move-in coordination, gate codes, parking decals, and utility verification.
• Collaborate with maintenance and management teams on work orders and resident requests.

Qualifications

• Professional, enthusiastic, and customer-focused demeanor.
• Strong communication, sales, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and explain lease documents.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Team player with patience, professionalism, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Effective time management and problem-solving skills.
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in leasing, sales, marketing, or customer service a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Entrata preferred.
• Weekend and occasional overtime availability required.

Apply Today
If you’re motivated by relationship-building, sales performance, and creating an exceptional community experience, we encourage you to apply and explore your career growth opportunities with University Partners.