Leasing Associate - Build-to-Rent

Who We Are

Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company, it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stems from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.

What We Do

Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 71,680 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 54,000 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.com.  

*Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q3 2026

Benefits That Matter

• A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
• Competitive pay that values your contributions
• Generous PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
• Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community
• Yearly subscription to a meditation app for personal wellness
• An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services

Position Overview

The Leasing Associate - BTR - Part Time owns the day-to-day leasing process for the Oxenfree community, working to convert prospects into residents and support the property's leasing and occupancy goals. This role serves as a brand ambassador within the local market, builds and manages a pipeline of prospective residents, and delivers a hospitality-driven prospect and resident experience consistent with Core's brand standards. The Part-Time Leasing Associate partners closely with the Community Manager - BTR and cross-functional teams to support leasing performance, market awareness, and resident satisfaction.

What You Will Do

Leasing & Sales

• Own the prospect experience from initial inquiry through lease execution and move-in coordination, ensuring timely follow-up and consistent communication throughout the leasing process.
• Conduct community tours that effectively showcase homes, amenities, and neighborhood features while identifying prospect needs and presenting appropriate housing solutions.
• Maintain an active prospect pipeline, documenting activity, managing follow-up schedules, and working to convert leads into qualified applicants and signed residents.
• Utilize established sales techniques to overcome objections, build rapport, and support occupancy goals.
• Accurately explain lease terms, community policies, pricing, and available promotions to prospective residents.

Marketing & Community Outreach

• Support local marketing and outreach efforts that increase community visibility and generate qualified traffic.
• Build relationships with local businesses, employers, schools, and community organizations to promote the community and create referral opportunities.
• Monitor local market activity, competitor offerings, and customer feedback, sharing relevant insights with community leadership.
• Assist with resident events, open houses, and other leasing-focused initiatives that strengthen brand awareness and prospect engagement.

Resident Experience & Administrative Support

• Deliver a hospitality-driven experience that reflects Core Spaces' service standards and brand values.
• Coordinate prospect-to-resident transitions by assisting with applications, lease documentation, move-in preparation, and resident communication.
• Maintain accurate records within property management systems, ensuring prospect, applicant, and resident information is current and complete.
• Execute leasing activities in compliance with Fair Housing requirements and company policies.
• Escalate resident concerns, prospect issues, or policy exceptions to the Community Manager - BTR as appropriate.

Compliance and Standards

• Execute all leasing activity, advertising, prospect interactions, application review, and lease execution in strict compliance with Fair Housing laws and all applicable federal, state, and local housing regulations.
• Ensure all lease files, applications, and prospect records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with company policy and applicable recordkeeping requirements.
• Consistently deliver an exceptional prospect and resident experience that aligns with Core Spaces’ brand standards from first contact through move-in.
• Follow established company policies, procedures, and pricing/leasing guidelines when quoting rates, incentives, and lease terms, escalating any requested exceptions to the Community Manager – BTR.

Work Schedule & Physical Demands

• Must be able to work a full shift and the required work schedule on-site at the assigned property.
• Must be available for additional hours, including evenings, weekends, on-call shifts, and overtime when necessary.
• Occasional travel may be necessary as needed. (off-property events, sponsorships, and community outreach)
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds regularly, as required by the essential functions of the role.
• Partner with the Community Managers, Community Leasing Managers and Regional teams on special projects and assignments.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and climbing stairs throughout the workday, including while conducting property tours across the community and grounds.

Ideally, You'll Have

• 1+ years of experience in leasing, sales, property management, hospitality, or a related customer-facing field, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales and/or occupancy goals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by influence—mentoring, training, and motivating peers without formal authority.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and closing skills, paired with a customer-first mindset and excellent verbal and written communication.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of Fair Housing laws and leasing/compliance best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and both Windows and Apple operating systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

You'll crush it if you have experience with

• BTR leasing, operations, or residential community experience, including supporting tours, resident move-ins, lease administration, and occupancy goals in a single-family rental or build-to-rent setting.
• Entrata or comparable property management software, with experience entering prospect information, managing leads, tracking follow-up activity, processing applications, and maintaining accurate resident or leasing records.
• Social media marketing, community outreach, and lead generation initiatives that help build local brand awareness, drive qualified traffic, and support leasing performance within the surrounding market.
• A high-volume, goal-driven leasing or sales environment where success depends on consistent follow-up, strong customer service, quick response times, and the ability to convert prospects into residents.

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Community Manager-BTR

Direct Reports: N/A

Disclaimer

Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation range listed reflects the base salary or hourly rate that we reasonably and in good faith expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, seniority, geographic location, and business needs.

This role may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, including bonuses, commissions, stipends, or non-cash incentives, depending on position and performance. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other role-based offerings, subject to eligibility requirements.

All compensation components are subject to change based on business needs or market conditions.