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Company: Yugo USA Community: Pavillion Kennesaw Location: On-site / City, State Position Title: Leasing Manager Position Type: Full-time / Hourly / Non-exempt Compensation: $24 - $26/hr

Overview Yugo is the trusted name for student housing, globally. Every day we connect young people to opportunities and students to amazing spaces. Here at Yugo, we like to do things differently. It's about people, planet, and passion. General Managers are #Futureshapers who want to positively influence and shape the lives of their staff and our students.

The Leasing Manager reports to the Property Manager and is responsible for leading the leasing effort at the property, training and overseeing the leasing staff and directing all parts of the sales efforts. The Leasing Manager must provide the community with value and quality by assessing the needs of clients they are assisting and providing a solution that not only coincides with the goals of the community but is beneficial for all concerned parties.

Key Responsibilities

Knowledgeable of all phases of leasing and resident retention. Oversees the lease renewal process and works to keep high levels of returning residents. Meet the needs of residents and their lease agreements.

Prepare move‑in paperwork and perform a move‑in orientation with new residents.

Walk units, as needed, on move‑in and move‑out and as otherwise directed.

Plan and assist with resident functions.

Review all resident applications and approve applications as directed by property manager.

Maintain a positive customer relations attitude.

Physically inspect community when on grounds, pick up litter and report any service needs to maintenance staff. Inspect move‑outs and vacancies when requested.

Work with lease renewals each month.

Keep daily records on lease renewals and terminations.

Greets prospective clients, shows community and performs leasing duties.

Answer and handle incoming phone calls from prospective new residents, current residents, vendors/suppliers, etc.

Maintain awareness of local market conditions and trends. Contribute ideas to property manager for marketing community and improving resident satisfaction.

Update required reports concerning move‑out notices, activity, etc., on a daily basis and provide information to the property manager and assistant manager.

Organize and file all applicable reports, leases, and paperwork.

Proofread all lease paperwork and process move‑ins and move‑outs.

Accept service requests from residents and route to maintenance for prompt processing. Conduct service follow‑up with resident when work is completed.

Coordinate and oversee marketing and sales programs. Maintain market information including amenities, facilities and pricing. Prepare for and, if requested, participate in weekly leasing activity call.

Enforce all policies and procedures. Maintain compliance by ensuring all property records (leases, addenda, reports, etc.) are kept in accordance with all legal requirements and company policies and practices.

Assist in leading regular community team meetings to communicate goals, progress toward goals and expectations and identify actions to achieve objectives. Lead by example for community team members in the areas of resident communication, leasing, and telephone techniques.

Ensure office is opened on schedule and that the office and model apartments are maintained in a clean condition. Begin daily work quickly and independently.

Comply with all state, federal and local laws including Fair Housing. Oversee compliance with policies related to employment and Human Resources. Communicate policy and procedure changes with community team members.

Use tools, methods, & systems to gather and interpret current market and economic trends that may impact the community.

Comply with all company procedures relating to turn activities including budgeting and pre‑turn planning, vendor management, cost containment, and staffing.

Ability to work evenings, overtime, holidays, and weekends, as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned and as necessary.

Competencies

Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions. Displays orientation to profitability. Demonstrates knowledge of the market and competition.

Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions.

Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer and staff situations. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems promptly. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting.

Delegation – Delegates work assignments. Matches the responsibility to the person. Provides recognition for results.

Leadership – Inspires and motivates others. Effectively influences the actions and opinions of others.

Cost Consciousness – Works within the approved budget. Implements cost‑saving measures.

Ethics – Treats people with respect. Keeps commitments. Works with integrity.

Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.

Strategic Thinking – Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Analyzes the market and competition.

Judgment – Exhibits willingness to make decisions. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner. Treats others with respect and consideration.

Thoroughness – Demonstrates attention to accuracy and quality.

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands.

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Keeps commitments.

Initiative – Takes independent actions and calculated risks.

Supervisory Responsibility This position assists the property manager with overseeing and supervising the property leasing staff.

What else? This Job Description serves as a guideline; this list of responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive, and other requests in line with the role may be made of you from time‑to‑time.

Key Skills & Capabilities BE BOLD – Shows interest in, anticipates, and responds timely to students and parent’s needs. Strives to consistently meet service standards.

BE TRUE – Plans, coordinates and manages internal and external resources to accomplish role responsibilities and/or assigned tasks.

BE OPEN – Excellent communication skills in both written and oral English.

BE REAL – Takes pride and accountability in accurate reporting, motivating fellow Yugoers, and being a brand champion.

Certificates and Licenses

None required for this position.

Education and Experience

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, preferred. In lieu of a degree, equivalent experience in residential properties, rental operations, or related business operations is required.

Minimum of one year of experience, preferably in residential properties, rental operations, or related business operations, required.

Computer Skills

Property management software, RealPage or similar systems.

Experience with MS Office, Outlook, MS Word, and Excel.

Physical Demands

Regular tasks include seeing, hearing, talking, and handling or feeling. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Requires sitting, standing, walking, climbing or balancing, occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using sense of smell.

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

The noise level is usually moderate.

Employees may be monitored or recorded at any time for training purposes to critique customer service skills and provide feedback on job performance as needed. This includes phone audio recordings and onsite video recordings.

Expected Hours of Work

Offices are open Monday through Saturday. Ability to work outside of office hours and weekends is required.

Travel

Travel is minimal. When required, it is primarily local during business hours.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive and flexible medical, dental, and vision plans

Competitive 401K match

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with generous company contribution

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid vacation time and holidays

Paid parental leave

Paid sick leave for all employees

Summer Friday program for corporate positions

EAP and LifeCare program for employees and family members

Paid volunteer time

Voting leave

Foundations peer cohort onboarding and mentoring program

Leadership conferences and workshops

And more!

So, if you are currently looking for an exciting new opportunity where no two days are the same, we would love to hear from you. Click apply now! We can’t wait to meet you!

EXCITING NEWS: Campus Advantage is now part of Yugo! In September 2025, Campus Advantage joined forces with Yugo, the world’s first global student housing operator. This strategic acquisition brings together two industry leaders to create a powerhouse in student living, now operating nearly 40,000 beds across 88 properties in 28 states. The transition to Yugo U.S. means more opportunities, more innovation, and a stronger commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for students and team members alike.

Why is this awesome? Because Yugo is global, growing, and grounded in purpose. With a presence in over 14 countries and 120 cities, Yugo is redefining student living through its Live Your Best Life program, which focuses on sustainability (YugoEco), professional development (YuPro), and personal growth (YuGrow). Yugo’s culture is inclusive, bold, and future‑focused—making it an inspiring place to work and grow.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Sales and Management

Industries Hospitality

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