Regional Leasing Director

Job Overview

University Partners is a vertically integrated real‑estate company specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of student‑housing communities across the country. We focus on creating exceptional living experiences for students through property ownership, management expertise, and innovative marketing strategies.

Title: Regional Leasing Director
Reports to: Director of Leasing
Location: Downtown Dallas, Texas

• Serve as the primary leasing and marketing leader for assigned properties, ensuring strategies are executed consistently and effectively.
• Partner with Community Managers and Assistant Community Managers to monitor velocity, identify challenges, and implement corrective strategies.
• Act as a liaison between corporate leadership and on‑site teams, ensuring alignment on goals and initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and oversee property‑specific marketing and leasing plans aligned with portfolio objectives.
• Review and approve property marketing calendars,li>
• Partner with revenue management and marketing teams to keep property pricing, promotions, and positioning competitive.
• Ensure compliance with all University Partners policies, procedures, and brand standards.
• Train, mentor, and coach on‑site leasing teams to ensure best‑in‑class sales performance and customer experience.
• Lead workshops, site visits, and regional trainings on leasing strategies, prospect engagement, and technology tools.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance across leasing teams.
• Monitor leasing velocity and key performance metrics across assigned properties, reporting findings to leadership.
• Ensure timely submission and accuracy of required leasing and marketing reports.
• Audit compliance with company policies, procedures, and brand standards.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the executive team.

Significant travel (40–60%, depending on season) required to support site teams, evaluate market conditions, and identify opportunities.

• 3+ years of student housing experience, including at least 2 years of multi‑state leasing and/or regional responsibilities.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and coach leasing teams.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, trends, and market conditions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present effectively to both small and large groups.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a large portfolio.
• Coachable, enthusiastic, and adaptable; able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective team player; collaborates well across functions and levels.
• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and multi‑site student housing experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience with Entrata or equivalent property management software; CRM and digital marketing tools a plus.

• Seniority level:
  Director
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Sales and Management