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VS/7389

Leasing Manager – Build to Rent

Birmingham

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 - (Negotiable upwards dependent upon experience) plus 10% discretionary performance bonus

Hours: 40 hours per week, 10am – 7pm

My client is an emerging Build to Rent property management company in the centre of Birmingham, looking to hire a permanent Leasing Manager for a fantastic BTR scheme consisting of 237 residential apartments.

The leasing manager will provide onsite lettings management services. You will manage all aspects of lettings administration, lettings compliance and marketing. To ensure first class service is provided from the moment an enquiry is received right up until the resident’s deposit is returned.  Reporting into the Community Manager you will be responsible for reporting/presenting and coming up with new leasing strategies.

Responsibilities

Leasing and Sales

Ensure that systems are thoroughly kept up to date and accurate for all lettings and rental data
Ensuring good presentation of available and show apartments at all times, by regularly spot checking and liaising with the cleaning team to ensure it is cleaned to a high standard
Co-ordinating the online marketing of available apartments in conjunction with the Marketing team
Put together demographic data, reports and compile information along with commentary
Ensuring all enquires are responded to in line with agreed service levels
Coordinate with 3rd party agents 
In conjunction with the Community Manager - carrying out regular rent analysis of the local market
Meeting prospective tenants, conducting viewings and negotiating rental offers
Completing applicant vetting requirements
Completing new let paperwork in line with strict procedures
Compiling regular letting performance for use in discussions with the client, senior team and the Community Manager
Appraising apartments and advising key stakeholders as to recommended rents for both properties coming to the market and those where tenants wish to renew
Co-ordinate renewal communications and negotiations
Ensure arrival packs are prepared, and keys are ready for tenant move in’s
As part of the wider site team, create a best in class community through communication, events and innovations
Delivery of ad-hoc projects
Customer Service

Carry out specific daily/weekly tasks. 
Provide outstanding customer service.
Shape and assist with resident engagement strategies to ensure a strong resident community is built and maintained.
Assist with resident communications through multiple channels.
Promote and encourage a neighbourly and community atmosphere.
Meet and interact with residents in a customer friendly and professional manner.
Achieve positive resident reviews on various online platforms to include but not limited to HomeViews and Google.
Assist with managing and processing customer journey from moving in, throughout tenancy to moving out.
Ensure all reception/admin requests are well managed.
Marketing, social media, Events & Community Presence

Supports the overall marketing/leasing efforts and offers input and suggestions regarding promotions, advertisements, and pricing.
Works closely with the Community Manager and the Marketing team to deliver the brand manifesto and achieve letting targets.
Assist with regularly reviewing competitor activity and provide robust reporting to evidence this.
Assist with planning and hosting networking events to create and forge new relationships within the community.
Education, Qualifications & Experience

Experience in a similar role in either BTR, PBSA or Estate Agency
Experience of working to KPIs
Basic understanding of residential AST leases and the landlord and resident relationship.
Good health and safety and facilities management knowledge.
Excellent English language skills - both written and spoken.
IT literate - MS Office at intermediate level and other relevant software a level to undertake the role satisfactorily.
Up to date knowledge of English statutory letting requirements
Business development / sales and/or facilities experience would be desirable
ARLA (preferred)
Minimum: Educated to NVQ level 3 and/or GCSE level 9 – 5 standard or equivalent. Ideally with ‘A’ level(s) or equivalent
Character & Ability

Positive, professional and customer focussed with an ability to build relationships
Friendly and approachable, self-motivated, professional, resilient, adaptable.
Proactive and strong ability to problem solve, multi-task, plan and organise.
A confident team player
A strong communicator with a direct and open style. You must be able to:

Communicate confidently, fluently, and logically.
Hold others’ attention when speaking.
Change people’s views and influence their decision.

Ability to work at pace whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
The ability to remain calm and considered
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to manage own time effectively, prioritising tasks when required, multitasking and meeting deadlines.
A strong client focus and a resilient attitude
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as determined by the needs of the business.
Ability to work weekends and bank holidays as required
Willing to keep up to date with training and relevant legislation
In the first instance please apply by submitting your CV.

Please contact Vicky at the Manchester office.

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