Regional Leasing Manager - Affordable Housing

About the role

Fairstead is a real estate firm focused on affordable housing, owning and managing more than 30,000 apartments across 28 states. The Regional Leasing Manager oversees leasing operations with a primary focus on full adherence to HUD, Section 8, LIHTC and other affordable housing regulatory requirements, ensuring tenant file accuracy, applicant eligibility and compliance readiness across the portfolio. The role works closely with the Compliance Department and supports core leasing goals and marketing initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Generate leads, run virtual and in-person property tours and follow up with prospects to close sales and secure leases quickly.
• Represent the property at local meetings, networking groups and outreach initiatives such as the Chamber of Commerce, senior centers and civic groups.
• Set up and maintain lease forms and supporting documentation, including audit sheet templates and regular reviews of Blue Moon and non-Blue Moon leases.
• Standardize move-in packets, fee sheets, renewal offer letters and correspondence, and work with Legal and external counsel to meet jurisdictional requirements.
• Review marketing, resident selection and leasing documents for Fair Housing and other compliance, and oversee site-specific lease exceptions.
• Conduct portfolio-wide lease audits, support acquisition due diligence and assist with dispositions by preparing data reports and lease documentation.
• Maintain a master database of approved fees and rentable items, and develop project plans for new lease programs.
• Manage and mentor a team covering lease system configuration, Yardi and Blue Moon setup, fee and program change implementation, system troubleshooting, training and process improvement.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in affordable housing compliance and leasing (HUD/Tax Credit).
• COS certification strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of HUD, Section 8, LIHTC and other affordable housing programs, with proven experience reviewing eligibility, income certifications and compliance documentation.
• Prior experience supporting or leading compliance audits required.
• Willingness to travel 35%-50%.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Yardi and MS Office Suite.
• Attention to detail, documentation accuracy and regulatory interpretation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to mentor site staff on compliance procedures.

What we offer

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Medical insurance through Meritain Health, vision plan, employer-paid life insurance and flexible spending account.
• 401(k) matched 100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%, 12+ paid holidays, 15 days PTO and 7 sick days.
• Nationwide pet insurance, disability insurance, laser correction discount and employee discounts.