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Continental Properties (https://www.cproperties.com/who-we-are/our-story)is looking for an Emerging Area Manager (EAM) to join our multifamily team in Memphis, TN.
Continental Properties Company is a commercial real estate property management company committed to delivering exceptional living experiences and strong operational results across our multifamily communities. We invest in our people, offering hands-on mentorship and a clear path for career growth for those ready to step into regional leadership.
This role is designed for professionals in the first 1-2 years of a multi-site operations career who are ready to take the next step. You will oversee two or more properties, blending the hands-on, relationship-focused work of an on-site leader with the strategic oversight and portfolio management responsibilities of an Area Manager, while building the multi-site operational and financial expertise needed to advance into a permanent Area Manager role or beyond. You will report to a Regional Vice President, who will provide the mentorship and support to help you grow into that next role.
This position is based in Memphis, TN and requires frequent travel to community sites (up to 50%), as well as periodic travel to our home office for corporate events. A complimentary on-site apartment is included as part of this role. #LI-Hybrid
Essential Responsibilities:
Portfolio & Financial Oversight
- Conduct regular site visits across your market to evaluate daily operations and manage risk, partnering closely with your Regional Vice President.
- Complete quarterly property audits and drive follow-up action plans.
- Partner with Community Managers to monitor performance metrics, building fluency in multi-site financial and operational analysis.
- Support the preparation and review of monthly financial reports, variance analyses, NOI performance, and quarterly forecasts.
- Review and approve expense reports, invoices, property schedules, and other operational items within established guidelines.
- Contribute to budget development, forecasting, and identify opportunities for process improvement across sites.
- Owns rent growth and revenue performance for each community and participates in pricing strategy discussions with Community Managers and the Revenue Management team.
- Support adherence to vendor and contractor compliance standards and guide teams on marketing and outreach initiatives.
Talent Development
- Serve as hiring manager for Community Manager vacancies within your market, partnering with your Regional Vice President and Human Resources.
- Manage performance and support the growth of Community Managers and their teams.
- Deliver ongoing feedback and performance appraisals to direct reports.
- Lead onboarding and training initiatives, including new hire training and individualized development plans.
- Identify high-potential talent and build development plans to support retention and internal mobility.
Customer Experience & Stakeholder Relations
- Motivate teams to deliver outstanding service to residents, prospects, and each other.
- Guide Community Managers through resident and employee relations matters, escalating as needed.
- Protect and elevate the brand across each community, both on-site and online.
- Represent Continental Properties professionally with local stakeholders, municipalities, and business partners.
Skills for Success:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
- 3+ years of residential property management experience, including demonstrated leadership of on-site teams.
- 1-2 years of exposure to multi-site or portfolio-level responsibilities is required — we're looking for emerging on-site leaders ready to grow into this scope.
- A track record of meeting or exceeding leasing, retention, and NOI targets.
- Working knowledge of property management software (e.g., RealPage, Yardi or similar).
- Solid understanding of landlord-tenant law, Fair Housing regulations, and property management compliance.
- A valid driver's license and willingness to travel between properties.
Why You'll Love Life at Continental:
Our award-winning culture fosters innovation and empowers our team members to lead. Here are some of the reasons that our team members continue to vote for us as a Top Workplace:
- Career Growth: You'll have the tools, training, and opportunities for a meaningful career with long-term growth potential. We invest in your learning & development with paid professional memberships, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
- Mental Health & Wellness: Your well-being matters. We provide comprehensive mental health support including but not limited to 8-free counseling sessions per year and access to additional wellness resources.
- Balance: We recognize that balance varies for everyone, and we support our team members with that in mind. Recharge with generous vacation time, 9-paid holidays, and half-days on Fridays during designated months.
- Community & Connection: Build relationships through informal gatherings, lunches, community and company events, volunteer opportunities, and a vibrant social culture. Learn more about recent Continental events here (https://www.cproperties.com/news/topic/you-belong-here)!
- Culture of Belonging: The Continental IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Allies) is our commitment to evolving our culture where team members feel a sense of belongingness each day. Our You Belong Here Initiative and Business Resource Groups focus on fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment for all.
- Performance Incentives: Participate in our Building Above and Beyond (BAAB) incentive program that rewards team members annually based on company goals and achievements.
- Industry-Leading Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance.
- Family Support: Support your growing family with 6-weeks paid parental leave and with family-forming & fertility resources (up to 12-weeks leave for birth mothers).
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We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws, and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
For the benefit of our residents, the communities we serve, and our co-workers, all applicants are required to pass a post-offer criminal background check prior to joining the Continental team.
We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The posted salary range represents our good faith estimate of the base salary for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation is based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. This range does not include bonus potential or other forms of compensation and benefits.
Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000 annually
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