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Akelius

Residential property owner-operator of rentals

Leasing Manager

Full-Time
CA$50k - CA$55k/yr
Mid, Senior
Ottawa, ON, Canada
In Person
Real EstateReal Estate Sales

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 1 year of experience in residential leasing.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and French is required.
  • Availability to work weekends is required.
  • A high school diploma (DES) or equivalent GED is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
  • Strong attention to detail is required.
  • The candidate must be creative and an excellent negotiator.
  • The candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Strong interpersonal and time management skills are required.
  • The candidate must be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Organizational and administrative skills are required.
Responsibilities
  • Create and maintain an effective marketing strategy for vacant units.
  • Coordinate showings from all marketing sources.
  • Lease vacant apartments and reduce vacancies through individual appointments and open houses.
  • Compile complete application files, prepare leases, and handle all aspects of the move-in process.
  • Enter prospect data into required management systems.
  • Stay informed about pricing, products, and incentives offered.
  • Proactively identify necessary changes based on current trends and market competition.
  • Maintain close contact with clients and deliver a compelling final presentation.
  • Perform other assigned tasks.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Yardi is a plus.

About the company

Akelius Residential Property AB owns and manages about 19,000 rental apartments in major cities across North America and Europe. It buys properties, upgrades them to a high standard and rents them out, using self-developed digital tools to run operations and improve tenant services, while adding energy-efficient improvements and preserving historical value. The company differentiates itself by upgrading existing buildings to a 'First Class' standard in desirable urban locations and by being majority-owned by the Akelius Foundation, a charitable organization, with a focus on sustainable practices and long-term value. Its goal is steady rental income and long-term value growth through concentration in North American and European markets and well-maintained urban housing.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Stockholms kommun, Sweden

Founded

1994

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What believers are saying

  • Akelius raised EUR 335 million on 1 May 2026 to retire hybrid debt.
  • Akelius issued a EUR 550 million senior unsecured bond on 18 March 2026.
  • Akelius sold Austin assets for EUR 116 million in Q2 2026, boosting liquidity.

What critics are saying

  • Akelius posted a EUR 128 million first-half 2026 loss after EUR 196 million valuation declines.
  • North American cap rates rose to 4.94 percent, pressuring Akelius valuations and refinancing.
  • If the Akelius Foundation withdraws, the EUR 1,165 million guarantee disappears next refinancing cycle.

What makes Akelius unique

  • Akelius owns 19,000 apartments in New York, London, Paris, and Toronto.
  • Akelius July 2026 report showed 3.0% like-for-like rent growth from completed capital projects.
  • Akelius kept a EUR 1,165 million owner guarantee, supporting financing flexibility.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Gym Membership
  • Training Programs

Company News

Cision
May 1st, 2026
Akelius raises $379M in equity to repurchase hybrid bond

Akelius Residential Property AB has raised €335 million in equity through a capital contribution from its owner, Akelius Apartments Ltd. The funds will be used to repurchase an outstanding hybrid bond worth €334.7 million, which has a first reset date in May 2026. Standard & Poor's assigns Akelius's hybrid bond 50% equity content. By adding equity well above this threshold, the Swedish property company expects to receive equity content recognition for any future hybrid capital securities it issues. The transaction was announced on 1 May 2026.

Cision
Mar 19th, 2026
Akelius issues EUR bond

Akelius Residential Property AB has issued a EUR 550 million senior unsecured bond. The issue