Now Hiring - Uptown Properties - Leasing Agent in Portland, OR

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Leasing Agent Uptown Properties | Portland, OR Looking for a rewarding role where you help people find their next home? Uptown Properties is hiring a Leasing Agent to guide prospective residents through property tours, applications, and lease signings. Ideal candidates are friendly, organized, and confident communicators. Enjoy a fast-paced environment, bonuses for leased units, and a supportive team. Join us in making renting clear, easy, and valuable! About Uptown Properties LLC We specialize in full service Portland metro property management to accomplish your goals. With Uptown Properties, you'll have peace of mind of knowing that your property is being professionally managed to help realize the maximum potential of your investment. Description Leasing Agent Location: Portland, OR (On-site) Company: Uptown Properties Employment Type: Full-Time Build your real estate experience while creating consistent income. Uptown Properties is looking for a Leasing Agent to join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in real estate, earn stable income, develop strong client relationships, and gain hands-on experience in leasing and property management. Whether you're already licensed or exploring a path into real estate, this role provides a strong foundation to grow professionally while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you love working with people, thrive in a dynamic setting, and want to be part of a company where your work truly matters, this could be a great fit. At Uptown, you won't get lost in the shuffle. We're a boutique brokerage and property management company that values collaboration, initiative, and long- term growth. This role gives you the opportunity to work directly with property owners, prospective tenants, and internal teams, while building valuable experience and relationships within the industry. Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity This is more than a leasing position. It's a relationship-driven role that helps you build real-world experience and develop skills that translate into long-term career growth. What you gain in this role:

• Consistent income while building industry experience
• Exposure to property owners, investors, and prospective tenants
• Opportunities to build relationships that can turn into future referrals
• Hands-on experience with leasing, client communication, and operations
• A chance to grow within a supportive, boutique company
• A team environment that values professionalism, accountability, and growth

About the Role

As a Leasing Agent, you'll serve as a key point of contact for a portfolio of rental properties, helping deliver a high-quality, responsive experience to both owners and residents. You'll help coordinate the moving pieces that keep properties operating smoothly, including leasing activity, tenant placement, onboarding, and turnovers. This role is ideal for someone who is:

• naturally organized and detail-oriented
• strong in communication and follow-through
• comfortable building relationships and managing expectations
• energized by a role that combines people, service, leasing, and problem-solving What You'll Be Responsible For Client & Resident Communication
• Serve as a primary point of contact for leasing-related communication
• Build trust through proactive updates and consistent follow-through
• Deliver a professional, high-touch experience to owners and residents Leasing & Coordination
• Coordinate leasing activity and tenant placement for assigned properties
• Support property onboarding and ensure smooth transitions
• Help manage turnover timelines and communicate next steps clearly Team Collaboration
• Work closely with leasing, accounting, maintenance, and customer service teams
• Keep projects moving and ensure clear communication across departments
• Help create a seamless experience from onboarding through occupancy Execution & Follow-Through
• Respond with urgency and professionalism
• Anticipate needs and solve problems proactively
• Maintain strong organization across multiple properties and priorities Who Will Thrive Here You'll likely do very well in this role if you are:
• Interested in building a career in real estate or property management
• Strong with people, communication, and follow-up
• Motivated by ownership, accountability, and results
• Able to move quickly without sacrificing quality
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team What We're Looking For

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management
• Detail-oriented with a high standard for execution
• Professional, polished, and client-service driven
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Bonus (Not Required)
• Active real estate license in Oregon
• Currently pursuing a real estate license
• Experience in leasing, real estate, sales, property management, or client service roles Why Uptown Properties At Uptown Properties, we believe people do their best work when they have the right mix of support, opportunity, and ownership. We've built a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where team members have access to leadership, real support, and opportunities to expand their careers. What sets us apart:
• Boutique environment with real access to leadership
• Strong team culture and collaboration
• Opportunities to build meaningful relationships
• A company that values initiative and long-term growth If you're looking for a place where you can contribute, grow, and build a future in real estate, we'd love to connect. To Apply Please submit your resume including references, along with a short note explaining why you're interested in the property management industry.