Leasing Specialist

Position: Leasing Specialist

Reports to: Leasing Director

Job Type: Full Time

ABOUT RENNIE

rennie brings a thoughtful, people-first approach to real estate, supporting our clients and communities for over 50 years. With a growing team of 400+ (including home office staff and real estate advisors), we provide trusted sales, marketing, and advisory services.

rennie is a place for fundamentally good humans. That means we treat others with respect, celebrate what makes us different, and hold one another to high standards - with kindness and clarity. We exist to educate, inspire and empower.

WHAT WE OFFER

At rennie, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe the best workplaces are rooted in trust, shaped by empathy, powered by growth, and elevated by excellence. That means:

• You start with trust — autonomy and integrity are expected and encouraged.
• Growth is a priority — your development is supported and celebrated.
• Care is non-negotiable — kindness, fairness, and respect are how we show up.
• Impact is collaborative — we hold high standards with high support, striving to deliver impact with care.

To support you in doing and being your best, we offer:

• Learning and development opportunities to support your personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Flexibility where possible, with clear expectations and the trust to do meaningful work.
• A culture of collaboration, fairness, and feedback - where your contributions matter.
• A workplace where you belong from day one - valued for who you are, not just what you do.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As an integral member of the rennie Leasing Team, the Leasing Specialist is responsible for the successful leasing of a single multi-phase rental community. This role plays a critical part in leading and managing the on-site project leasing team, developing and executing strategies that provide an exceptional guest experience, maximize absorption, optimize revenue, and deliver on the developer's project goals.

The Leasing Specialist ensures operational excellence, compliance, and consistency across all leasing activities, including the preparation, execution, and oversight of leasing contracts.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to be part of the meaningful work underway at Sen̓áḵw, a project on Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) land and rooted in place, culture, and community. As an Ambassador of Sen̓áḵw, your role is to welcome guests to the community, share the history of the land, and represent the values of the Squamish Nation to all residents.

Sen̓áḵw is a place of return, a community built on Squamish land and shaped by Squamish values. Led by Nch'ḵay̓ Development Corporation on behalf of the Squamish Nation, Sen̓áḵw brings homes, opportunities, and connection back to a place where our people once gathered. It is more than a development; it is a vision for a sustainable, inclusive future where everyone can belong.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sales Performance and Strategy

• In collaboration with the Leasing Director, sets initial pricing and conducts on-going (daily, weekly, monthly) pricing assessments and adjustments in alignment with the Developers' revenue or absorption goals.
• Partners with rennie Marketing to create and implement a market-leading leasing strategy that aligns with the broader marketing plan and project positioning.
• Monitors and manages inventory to ensure alignment with the overall leasing strategy and developer objectives.

Team Leadership and Operations

• Oversees all presentation centre operations and day to day duties of the site team, ensuring professional standards, compliance, and readiness are maintained at all times.
• Works with rennie Sales Operations to staff the project, implement systems and processes on site including utilization of rennie platforms, standards and best practices.
• Leads extensive project and service training programs with the Leasing team consistent with rennie and cultural standards, with the goal of building a 'best-in-market' leasing team and tenant experience, including elevating the brand reputation with Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw values.

Contract Compliance and Administration

• Prepares, reviews, and executes leasing contracts on site in accordance with regulatory requirements and developer-approved terms.
• Oversees the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all leasing documentation prepared by the team, ensuring consistency with legal, operational, and brand standards.
• Implements and monitors contract-related processes and checklists to safeguard accuracy and ensure timely completion of all documentation.

Client and Stakeholder Coordination

• Establishes regular reporting and communication channels with the Leasing Director and developer, providing timely updates on performance metrics, pricing, and leasing progress.
• In partnership with rennie Marketing, leads all outgoing communication for the leasing team—including standardized scripts, emails, and marketing follow-ups—to deliver a high-touch and consistent experience.
• Builds and maintains strong internal and external relationships, fostering collaboration with marketing, operations, and developer partners while cultivating a robust tenant pipeline.

Market Intelligence and Continuous Improvement

• Acts as a market expert, maintaining up-to-date knowledge (product, pricing, promotion) of the Vancouver rental landscape through active research and competitive analysis.
• Leverages rennie Intel data and local insights to inform pricing, absorption strategies, and promotional recommendations.
• Continuously evaluates performance metrics, processes, and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation in leasing execution.

WHAT YOU BRING

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• An active Real Estate Trading Services License under the Real Estate Services Act of BC required
• Rental Property Management license an asset.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in leasing.
• Minimum 3 years' experience leading or supporting sales teams in achieving defined performance targets.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or coordinating leasing centre activities, client interactions, or other high-touch sales environments requiring strong service and operational discipline.
• Ability to provide examples of successful leasing programs they led in Greater Vancouver market within the last 3 years.
• Experience working with First Nations is an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Deep knowledge of the Vancouver real estate, rental and property management market, including leasing operations, pricing strategies, and tenant lifecycle management
• Demonstrated ability to uphold high standards of service, ensuring a consistent, professional, and engaging leasing experience.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate on-site teams to achieve leasing targets and project goals.
• Skilled in operational management, reporting, and leveraging market data to inform strategy and pricing.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with Marketing, Sales Operations, and developers; communicates clearly with clients, tenants, and team members.
• Ability to translate market insights into actionable leasing strategies; adapts to evolving project and market demands.
• Models high standards of integrity, reliability, and excellence in all client and team interactions.
• Proficiency with leasing and CRM +TMS systems (e.g.: Salesforce, Building Stack)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primarily an onsite position at the leasing centre, with travel to the rennie home office
• Ability to travel as required
• Requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and irregular schedules during key project phases, launches, or client events

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods during on-site activities, tours, and events
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or setup of materials and equipment may be required

SALARY INFORMATION

The base salary for this specific position is $42,000 annually. In addition to the base salary, you will be eligible to earn deal fees. The estimated total earnings for strong performers is $110,000 annually, based on expected leasing absorption and project performance.

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We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only select individuals will be contacted.

I can't be me unless I let you be you. - Bob Rennie

At rennie, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We don't just accept differences, we celebrate them. We're proud to hire from a variety of backgrounds and are dedicated to adding new perspectives to our team.

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