Leasing Specialist

Company Description TPG Management is a residential property management company in New Jersey. We currently manage over 450 units across single-family and multi-family properties in New Jersey.Position OverviewWe are seeking a Leasing Professional to own the leasing process end-to-end across a portfolio of scattered-site single-family and small multi-family rental properties. The Leasing Professional takes every vacant unit from rent-ready confirmation through marketing, showings, application underwriting, and lease signing — and keeps renewals on track through inspections and signature collection.This is a hybrid field-and-office role. The Leasing Professional spends a significant portion of each week in the field — visiting vacant units, conducting showings, performing move-in/move-out and renewal inspections, and capturing marketing photos — while managing the CRM, listings, applications, and owner/PM communications from our office.Daily OperationsThe Leasing Professional begins each business day with a structured review of the leasing pipeline:Review the daily vacancy report and confirm every unit is moving forward: rent-ready confirmed, photos taken, listed, or under applicationTriage all incoming inquiries in the CRM — respond, qualify, and book showingsFollow up on all prior-day showings and pending applications before turning to new workReview applications in queue and prepare underwriting recommendations for the Property ManagerConfirm upcoming move-ins, move-outs, and renewal inspections are scheduled and on trackPrimary Responsibilities (Direct Execution)Listing Management — Draft and publish listings; manage each listing from A to Z, including syndication, copy, pricing, photos, and ongoing maintenance until lease signingMarketing Photos — Capture professional marketing photos at every vacant unit before listingRent-Ready Confirmation — Walk every unit prior to listing to confirm rent-ready status; coordinate with the Maintenance Coordinator on any remaining turn itemsComps and Pricing — Run rental comps for new listings and renewals to ensure pricing is competitive and supported by market dataCRM Management — Own the leasing CRM: leads, communications, follow-ups, and pipeline status at all timesShowings — Schedule, conduct, and follow up on all property showings; check on vacant units between showings to ensure they remain presentableApplications — Collect applications, underwrite each applicant against our screening criteria, and submit recommendations to the Property Manager for final approval or denialInspections — Conduct move-in inspections, move-out inspections, and renewal inspections; document condition with photos and written reportsRenewals — Send renewal documents, collect signatures, and confirm lease executionMove-In Township Compliance — Ensure each unit is in full compliance for move-in, including Certificate of Occupancy, smoke/CO certifications, and any municipality-specific requirementsOversight Responsibilities (Coordinate; Cross-Functional Partners)Property Owner and PM Coordination — Work closely with the Property Manager and property owners on listing pricing, application decisions, and renewal termsMaintenance Coordination — Partner with the Maintenance Coordinator and internal maintenance team to clear turn items and address issues identified during inspections or showingsSuccess MetricsThe Leasing Professional will be evaluated on the following outcomes within the first twelve months:Reduced days-on-market across all listingsHigh showing-to-application conversion rateAccurate, timely application underwriting with consistent screening disciplineLease renewal rate above 70% on eligible renewals, with signatures collected on timeZero compliance lapses at move-inHigh-quality marketing materials — photos, listing copy, and CRM hygiene maintained at a consistent standardStrong, professional communication with prospects, residents, and ownersQualifications1+ years of leasing, real estate, or related operational experience preferred (no experience required for the right candidate)Valid NJ driver's license and reliable transportation (field work is a core component of the role)Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated record of proactive follow-upHigh attention to detail and consistent follow-through across multiple open filesComfort with photography for listing purposes (smartphone or DSLR acceptable)Proficiency with property management software (AppFolio preferred), CRM tools, task management platforms (Asana), email and helpdesk tools (HelpScout), and SlackWorking knowledge of New Jersey residential leasing and rental regulations preferredOur ValuesWe hire and operate on the principles of autonomy, clarity, organization, follow-through, and documentation. We expect every member of our team to take genuine ownership of their pipeline, communicate proactively with prospects, residents, and owners, and uphold a high standard of professionalism in every interaction.Compensation and BenefitsCompetitive base salary commensurate with experienceHealth insuranceCompany VehiclePaid time offOpportunity for professional growth within a scaling organizationScheduleFull-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMIn-person at our Springfield, NJ office, with regular field work across the assigned portfolioTo ApplyPlease submit your resume along with a brief note (3–5 sentences) describing a leasing or operations situation you personally drove to resolution, and what you learned from it.Benefits:Flexible scheduleHealth insuranceWork Location: In person