Leasing Associate – Join a Mission-Driven, Fast-Growing Team!
📍 Portland, OR | Full-Time | $22–$24/hr + Commissions
💰 Total Estimated Compensation (Base + Commissions): $60,000–$75,000

About Us

Arboreal Management is the property management arm of Great Expectations, a fast-paced, mission-driven real estate investment firm focused on providing affordable, innovative, and profitable housing throughout the Pacific Northwest.

We manage over 2,600 apartment homes and are growing quickly. We believe in collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and building communities—not just buildings. Our team is small, driven, and deeply committed to changing how housing works.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Leasing Associate to take ownership of leasing across a portfolio of multiple buildings. These include micro-units and workforce housing—well-located, desirable, and easy to lease.

You’ll become the face of our communities to prospective tenants and a key contributor to our growth and success.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Why You’ll Love This Role

💼 Career Launchpad: Leasing is the best entry point into real estate—and this role offers exposure to investment, development, and asset management.

🎯 Focused on Closing: Our offshore team handles scheduling and inbound leads so you can focus on leasing, tours, and signing leases.

💡 Marketing Meets Real Estate: You’ll help shape the story and marketing approach for each property.

📈 Growth-Oriented: You’ll be part of a tight-knit team that values initiative and supports your development.

🤝Well Supported: Our offshore scheduling team sets up tours for you, so you can focus on leasing and earning commissions!

What You’ll Do

• Respond to leads and conduct tours across multiple sites
• Craft compelling property narratives and develop marketing strategies
• Manage social media campaigns and online listings
• Build rapport with prospective residents and close leases
• Coordinate move-ins and follow-ups
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and the broader leasing team
• Use tools and data to track performance and improve outcomes

What You Bring

• 2–4+ years of experience in leasing, sales, real estate, or a customer-facing role
• A vehicle and an ability to drive between sites
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
• A professional, can-do attitude and the ability to self-manage your time and priorities
• Comfort with data, digital tools, and multitasking across locations
• A desire to grow your career in real estate and learn from experienced mentors
• Bonus points if you’ve used AppFolio or other leasing/PM software!

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Pay: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour (DOE)

Generous Commissions: Uncapped and performance-based

Total Compensation: $70,000 – $85,000 annually (base + commissions)

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k Matching
• Career mentorship and development
• A close-knit, mission-aligned team culture

Our Values

We’re not your typical property management company. We care deeply about:

Inclusion & Diversity – In our hiring, partnerships, and how we serve residents

Teamwork – We only win as a team

Data-Driven Thinking – We seek the truth and act on it

Challenging Convention – We question what others take for granted

Respect for Residents – The people in our buildings are our partners

Additional Details

Location: Portland, OR (in-person, with travel between properties)

Schedule: Monday - Friday; some evenings or weekends as needed

We encourage people with a criminal record or nontraditional backgrounds to apply

💰 Total Estimated Compensation: $60,000 – $75,000 annually

Let’s build something great—together.