Lease Up Analyst / Associate

About Lincoln Avenue Communities

Welcome to Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC)! We are a dynamic and entrepreneurial real estate private equity firm that strengthens communities. As a developer, investor, and operator, we provide sustainable, high-quality homes for lower- and moderate-income individuals, seniors, and families across 29 states. With a portfolio encompassing 170+ properties and 20,000+ units, we are committed to creating lasting impacts on the lives of our residents and the communities we serve.

About This Role

We are open to candidates at either the Analyst or Associate level.

As a Lease?Up Analyst / Associate, you will partner closely with the Lease?Up Manager to drive successful occupancy and revenue generation for new?construction multifamily communities. You'll combine data analysis, marketing coordination, and hands?on leasing support to keep projects on schedule, surface insights, and maximize property performance during their critical initial lease?up phase.

The position reports directly to the Lease-Up Manager and is based in Denver, CO.It follows a hybrid schedule, with team members expected to be in the office three (3) days each week.

What You'll Do

LeaseUp Strategy Support

• Research submarkets, competitor sets, rent comps, and ancillary income opportunities.

• Build and maintain dashboards/models to track lease up velocity, absorption, and pricing.

• Assist in refining pricing strategies and concessions based on real-time performance and market feedback.

Marketing & Advertising Coordination

• Coordinate the creation and distribution of marketing collateral (web, social, email, print) in partnership with property management teams and third-party vendors.

• Monitor digital campaign metrics; recommend budget shifts or creative tweaks to improve lead generation and cost efficiency.

Leasing Operations Assistance

• Maintain the CRM/guest card database, ensuring data accuracy from first inquiry through lease execution.

• Schedule tours, host virtual walkthroughs, and provide backup leasing coverage as needed to ensure an exceptional prospect experience.

• Conduct periodic file audits and unit inspections to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Prepare weekly lease up reports summarizing traffic, application pipeline, occupancy, and KPI variances for senior stakeholders.

• Analyze trends to flag risks early and suggest actionable solutions to keep the property on target.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Track key vendor deliverables (photography, signage, ILS listings, etc.) and escalate delays.

• Help facilitate communication between construction, development, and property management teams during lease up.

Requirements

What You Bring

• Proficiency with Excel or Smartsheet (pivot tables, lookups, basic modeling) and comfort working with large data sets.

• Familiarity with property management/leasing software (e.g., Yardi, RealPage) and CRM tools.

• Working knowledge of digital marketing channels such as ILS platforms, social media, and email marketing.

• Strong written/verbal communication and organizational skills; able to juggle multiple deadlines.

• Analytical, detail oriented, and eager to learn in a fast paced, entrepreneurial setting.

Your Education and Experience

• 13?years of experience in multifamily leasing, real estate finance, asset management, or related field.

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related discipline.

Benefits

What We Offer

The expected base salary for the role is $65,000 - $75,000. This represents the current range and is subject to change. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate's skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Our comprehensive total rewards package offers more than just a salary.

Benefits include:

• Performance-based bonuses

• 100% fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents

• 401(k) plan with employer matching and immediate vesting

• Life and disability insurance

• Generous PTO, holidays, and sick time

• Paid parental leave

• Employee referral incentives

• Fun company and team-building events

• Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree