Your Opportunity

The Product Manager will own the product roadmap for Scion’s proprietary decision science platform, Scion Intelligence, and oversee the full product development lifecycle. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, data, design, & engineering—translating real operational needs into high-impact, scalable technology solutions.

You will partner closely with engineering, analytics, operations, and executive stakeholders to ensure Scion Intelligence delivers measurable business value while maintaining a high standard for usability, reliability, and performance.

Your Responsibilities 

Product Strategy & Vision

• Define and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap for Scion Intelligence aligned with Scion’s strategic goals.
• Identify opportunities to leverage data, analytics, and automation to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Translate complex business problems into well-scoped product initiatives

Execution & Delivery

• Own the product backlog, develop wireframes, write clear requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
• Prioritize features and enhancements based on business impact, technical feasibility, and user value
• Partner with engineering teams to deliver high-quality releases on time
• Implement pre-deployment quality control processes to ensure successful deployment of solutions

Stakeholder & User Collaboration

• Act as the primary liaison between technology teams and business stakeholders
• Gather and synthesize feedback from users across revenue management, sales, marketing, operations, investments, asset management, and leadership
• Present product updates, trade-offs, and outcomes to senior leadership

Data & Performance

• Define success metrics and KPIs for Scion Intelligence
• Use data to evaluate product performance, inform prioritization, and guide continuous improvement
• Ensure data integrity, security, and governance standards are upheld

UX & Quality

• Advocate for intuitive, user-centered design across all product experiences
• Ensure product solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with technical best practices

What We Require

Required

• 3–7+ years of experience in product management for technology or data-driven products
• Proven experience working with engineering teams in an Agile environment
• Strong ability to translate business needs into technical requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with comfort using data to drive decisions

Preferred

• Experience with analytics platforms, BI tools, or data-intensive products
• Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled products or automation workflows
• Experience in Revenue Management System (RMS), PropTech, or operational platforms
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, business, or quantitative field

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

Your Benefits 

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is at the forefront of innovation in student living, and we are actively seeking a motivated early-career HR Coordinator to join us in realizing our vision. This position will provide vital support across various human resources functions, including personnel changes, payroll and HRIS management, legal and regulatory compliance, company policy, and employee welfare. The ideal HR Coordinator is an organized individual who thrives in a dynamic corporate environment. This role requires a commitment to confidentiality and integrity, along with a strong customer-service orientation. This is an in-office position based at our Chicago headquarters. 

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain a solid understanding of UKG Pro to effectively manage separations, internal staffing changes, and address any questions or issues that may arise.
• Act as the primary point of contact for corporate and assigned property staff with HR-related inquiries and concerns.
• Stay informed about current employment laws and apply this knowledge to ensure compliance in daily operations.
• Update staffing changes within the assigned portfolio in UKG Pro and other HR tracking systems, communicating relevant updates to applicable staff members.
• Utilize interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and motivate others; demonstrate honesty and integrity; and advocate for sound financial and business decision-making.
• Foster strong working relationships with all departments to support and expedite the resolution of any issues that may adversely affect the organization and its employees.
• Maintain electronic employee personnel documents and files to ensure legal compliance.
• Manage, follow up on, and ensure compliance with HR correspondence.
• Prepare and submit reports on HR activities as required.
• Offer insights and suggestions for improving efficiencies in policies, training, strategic planning, and other HR functions.
• Note that the responsibilities listed above may not encompass all tasks.

What We Require

• 1 year of professional experience in Human Resources strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in managing an HRIS system, specifically UKG Pro, is preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities.
• Able to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding a high level of integrity.

Operational Details

• This position is located at Scion’s corporate headquarters in Chicago.
• This position is on-site, 5 days in office
• Standard working hours are during daytime business hours, with flexibility available during peak times.

Your Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

Your Opportunity

Scion is seeking a talented Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to join us in executing our vision. This position will deliver accurate and efficient budgeting, forecasting and reporting, while driving continuous process improvement. The Financial Planning & Analysis team is responsible for monthly and quarterly financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, variance analysis, market and portfolio analytics, capital expenditure analysis, market research, and critical financial reports and analyses presented to institutional partners and Scion’s executive leadership team.                                     

The Analyst is curious, highly analytical and excels in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This role demands a vigor for problem solving, strong analytical ability, attention to detail and proficient finance skills.

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL and is fully onsite.

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Your Responsibilities

Reporting

• Help to maintain the overall reporting process through use of automation, databasing, and business intelligence tools.
• Assess monthly performance and determine key trends across individual properties and portfolios.
• Develop presentations and detailed financial analysis results in a well-defined format.
• Develop monthly cash balance projections to forecast distributions and create meaningful analysis of future cashflows.
• Create and maintain various financial models and asset management tracking tools dedicated to providing a clear understanding of investment performance.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the property-level annual budgeting and periodic reforecast process, owning and/or assisting various revenue and expense workstreams and working closely with asset management, property operations, revenue management, capital, and other departments to ensure the highest quality budgets.
• Review proposed budgets through detailed trend analysis of historical performance, portfolio and external benchmarks, contracts, and new strategic initiatives to identify outliers and improvement opportunities.
• Be an expert in the budgeting and forecasting system and process.

Research

• Perform special research, analysis, and ad hoc projects for a multitude of stakeholders on a frequent basis collaborating closely with all departments across the organization.
• Leverage executive communication skills to clearly explain analysis results to internal peers, senior management, external investors.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or other STEM program is preferred; 1-3 years of professional experience
• Advanced financial modeling skills with Excel (VBA is a plus)
• Experience with data visualization and business intelligence tools is preferred (Looker is a plus)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with PowerPoint experience
• Experience with Vena and Entrata is preferred
• Strong collaboration across all departments and with external partners

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and we’re seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join us in executing our vision. This position plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and productive work environment by mitigating employee conflict, promoting compliance, and ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all employees. 

The Employee Relations Specialist role is a reliable, organized individual that excels with high volume in an agile, corporate environment. This role demands confidentiality, integrity, and strong initiative. This is an in-office opportunity, based at our Chicago headquarters. For FLSA purposes, this position is exempt.

Your Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for assigned portfolios, addressing employee inquiries and providing frontline support on HR-related matters.
• Provide coaching and guidance to employees and managers on employee relations issues, performance improvement strategies, and HR policies, escalating complex matters when appropriate.
• Conduct thorough, impartial, and timely investigations into employee complaints, including allegations of harassment, workplace disputes, and policy violations, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and mediate discussions between employees and leadership to foster effective communication and maintain a positive work environment.
• Provide coaching and support to managers on employee relations best practices, including conflict management, disciplinary procedures, and performance coaching.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and confidential records of employee relations matters in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings such as unemployment hearings and EEOC investigations; collaborate with legal counsel to prepare documentation and support case strategy.
• Analyze employee relations data and trends to identify areas for improvement and recommend proactive solutions.
• Stay current on employment law, HR best practices, and trends specific to student housing, ensuring a compliant, inclusive, and service-oriented workplace culture.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or relative field and minimum of 2-3 years’ experience working in a professional Human Resources function.
• At least 2 years of practical employee relations experience including coaching and counseling management on a variety of employee relations matters, developing disciplinary and performance improvement related plans, and guiding management through addressing sensitive and difficult discussions with their direct reports.
• Proven ability to conduct impartial investigations and manage sensitive employee issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations or property management environments strongly preferred.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain HR policies clearly to a diverse audience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems; experience with UKG Pro preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities—especially during acquisition and turnover periods.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality and a high level of integrity.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours, with flexibility during peak times.

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning Reimbursement opportunities
• Pet insurance

The base salary range for this full-time position is $65,000-$70,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.   

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

Scion is paving a path in student living and we’re seeking a talented Brand Manager to join us in executing our vision. This position will focus on upholding the integrity and delivering the intent of Scions community brands.

The Brand Manager is a strategic leader that excels in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This role demands principled thinking, well-honed people management skills, agility in brand and corporate copywriting and an unapologetic ferocity for upholding brand standards.        

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure Scion’s community brand standards are consistently applied through regular audits and evaluations across digital and physical spaces.
• Identify brand inconsistencies, escalate as needed, and collaborate cross-departmentally to improve the resident experience.
• Contribute expertise to departmental initiatives and collaborate across departments to integrate Scion’s brand strategy into all business areas.
• Provide tools and resources to support team members' compliance with brand standards across digital and physical spaces.
• Lead strategy of annual campaigns, collaborating with Marketing to ensure alignment with lead goals, marketing strategy, and overarching sales goals.
• Oversee execution of promotional online stores for all brands, ensuring brand standards are upheld and budget is aligned with established benchmarks.
• Manage the daily creative workflow to ensure alignment with Scion’s community corporate brand strategy.
• Connect reputation data to resident data, providing insights to the broader organization through regular KPI reporting.
• Manage reputation activities, including responding to customer reviews and maintaining Scion’s communities’ presence on Google, Yelp, and social media.
• Oversee reputation management workflow to maintain review response rates at established benchmarks.
• Develop resources to support review campaigns in collaboration with partner departments.
• Support the execution of company brand rollouts, including scheduling, budgeting, communication, training, and logistics.
• Plan, allocate, and reconcile budgeted funds for brand rollout projects.
• Travel to communities as needed to deliver brand training and conduct in-person audits.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, and/or relevant field of study or experience.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience and 3 years of brand, marketing or communication experience.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and problem-solving skills; Attentive to detail.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Manages multiple projects and meets goals and deadlines timely and consistently; Requires minimal guidance to accomplish general tasks.
• Works well independently, as a member of various teams and with all levels of management.
• Versatile, flexible, and thrives in an environment where there are constantly changing priorities.
• Adept at building customer relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; ClickUp and Entrata is a plus.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Values and fosters a sensitive and supportive approach to a diverse working and living environment.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
• Willing and able to travel up to 30%, paid by the company.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and we’re seeking a talented Associate to join us in executing our vision. This position is a senior role within the investments team working group who will focus on delivering financial modeling, research and presentations as well as communicating with all external constituents associated with pending transactions and portfolio management initiatives. In addition, this role will support related investment verticals that are critical to the performance and success of Scion’s operations.

The Associate fosters strong cross departmental working relationships and thrives in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This role demands excellent communication skills, agility, well-honed analytical and problem-solving skills and takes no half measures. For real estate finance professionals with a few years of professional experience, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team and gain invaluable transaction and investment related experience.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial models to analyze prospective origination opportunities under various investment structures.
• Gather and evaluate economic, demographic, and macro fundamental data to aid senior management in effective business decisions.
• Provide corporate support to Asset Management and Investment Management team members to assess monthly performance and determine key trends.
• Conduct general portfolio management analysis and provide work product on an established, recurring frequency to internal and external stake holders.
• Leverage presentation software, data visualization techniques and communication skills to generate external and internal reports.
• Establish and maintain relationships with 3rd party consultants, investment sales community, equity and debt partners
• Conduct transaction due diligence by collecting, reviewing, and summarizing various property diligence reports, leases, property financial information, and other due diligence documents.
• Establish workflow with asset management and property operations upon asset transition
• Mentor a team of junior analysts with a focus on fostering financial modeling acumen, cross departmental working relationships, and transaction related procedures.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive

What We Require

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or similar STEM programs with 2-5 years of professional experience
• Advanced financial modeling; High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills;
• Knowledge of and experience with commercial real estate fundamentals and investment principles.
• Travel may be required occasionally (10-15% in a year).

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of daytime business hours, requiring additional non-traditional hours during peak times.

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is seeking a motivated Human Resources Intern to support a variety of HR functions, including pre-hire and onboarding activities, payroll and HRIS data support, compliance documentation, company policies, and employee engagement initiatives. The HR Intern is a detail-oriented, organized individual eager to learn in a fast-paced, corporate environment. This role requires professionalism, discretion, and a strong customer-service mindset. The position may also involve general administrative and clerical support to assist with day-to-day office operations and HR projects. This is an in-office, temporary internship opportunity based at our Chicago headquarters and is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in human resources.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-hire and onboarding activities across the portfolio, gaining exposure to the full hiring lifecycle.
• Support the preparation of offer letters, background checks, and drug screen scheduling; help track progress and communicate updates to hiring managers under supervision.
• Serve as a first-line support resource by directing corporate and property staff HR questions to the appropriate team members.
• Learn and develop a working knowledge of UKG Pro, Greenhouse Recruiting, and Greenhouse Onboarding, by assisting with new hire onboarding, benefits administration, and employee data changes.
• Gain foundational knowledge of employment laws and HR & TA compliance through training, shadowing, and guided application in daily tasks.
• Help update and maintain staffing changes in UKG Pro and internal HR & TA tracking tools, ensuring accurate records and timely communication.
• Build interpersonal and professional communication skills while collaborating with team members and supporting HR initiatives.
• Coordinate with multiple departments to help resolve employee-related questions and support positive workplace operations.
• Assist with maintaining electronic personnel files to support organization and compliance standards.
• Support the handling, tracking, and follow‑up of HR & TA mail and correspondence.
• Help compile and update reports related to HR & TA activity and ongoing projects.
• Contribute ideas and observe best practices related to HR & TA processes, policies, training, and operational efficiencies.
• Develop strong working relationships across departments while learning how HR & TA partners with the broader organization.

What We Require

• Experience using Microsoft Office suite
• Maintains discretion and confidentiality with sensitive business and personal information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Operational Details

• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
• Position is located on-site 5 days a week at our corporate office in Chicago. 
• This is a intern position with an expected employment term of 4-8 weeks. 

* This is a paid internship, pay rate is $25/hr. 

Your Opportunity

The Scion Group strives to create an extraordinary living and learning environment through our passion for customer experience and strong partnerships in our communities. Our Capital and Facilities teams play a vital role in ensuring the long-term performance of our physical assets while maintaining a safe, reliable, and comfortable environment for our residents.

The Asset Manager - HVAC will lead Scion’s national strategy for managing, maintaining, and modernizing over $150 million in HVAC systems across our real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive approach to HVAC lifecycle planning—optimizing system performance, extending equipment life, reducing operational risk, and supporting cost-effective capital planning.

This position will act as the primary technical liaison between Capital, Facilities, vendors, and property-level teams, while also analyzing HVAC system data, spend trends, and maintenance protocols to drive smart, scalable mechanical asset management.

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL, and will require frequent travel to properties across the U.S.

Your Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Responsibilities: 

• Lead end-to-end execution of capital construction projects.
• Provide expert knowledge on all large-scale HVAC and central plant (boiler/chiller) system replacements and upgrades portfolio wide. 
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational capital plans and timelines.
• Collaborate with Capital Planning to translate long-term asset strategies into executable construction projects.
• Oversee project planning, design review, bidding, and construction phases, ensuring technical accuracy and cost efficiency.
• Evaluate and validate scopes of work for major mechanical system projects, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and building distribution systems.
• Manage third-party engineers, contractors, and vendors, ensuring performance, accountability, and adherence to contract requirements.
• Partner with Facilities and Operations teams to identify project needs, define priorities, and ensure smooth project handoffs.
• Lead project risk identification and mitigation, particularly for complex mechanical systems in occupied buildings.
• Drive consistency in project delivery standards, procurement strategies, and cost controls across the portfolio.
• Review and approve project budgets, change orders, and pay applications, ensuring financial discipline and transparency.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, resolve field issues, and support critical project milestones.
• Analyze project performance, costs, and outcomes to inform future capital planning and continuous improvement.
• Support development of standards, specifications, and best practices for large-scale mechanical system replacements.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive. 

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction project management, with a strong focus on capital projects involving large mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex HVAC and central plant projects (e.g., boilers, chillers, hydronic systems) in multifamily, commercial, or institutional buildings.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contract management, and project delivery methods.
• Experience working with engineers, general contractors, and specialty mechanical contractors.
• Ability to evaluate technical project scopes and translate them into actionable construction plans.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing capital budgets and analyzing project costs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across corporate and field teams.
• Travel expectations are (approximately 40–50%) to support project execution and site oversight.
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) preferred; mechanical or HVAC-related certifications are a plus.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in varying environments, including rooftops, mechanical rooms, and confined spaces.
• Frequent travel to Scion-managed properties across multiple U.S. states.
• Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required to support urgent site needs or project timelines.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion's Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
• Corporate Office experience is preferred.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

The Scion Group strives to create an extraordinary living and learning environment through our passion for customer experience and strong partnerships in our communities. The Corporate Accounting team plays an integral part in this journey by providing financial reporting, which influences organizational and business decisions.

The Corporate Accountant will apply their dedication for accuracy to review preparation, verification, and presentation of financial data for our corporate entities. This position is accountable for all aspects of accounting efforts for our corporate entities including preparing journal entries, generating timely financial reports, and working with internal and external stakeholders. The Corporate Accountant is accountable for delivering high-impact analytics, while identifying opportunities to improve processes.

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL.

Your Responsibilities 

• Record journal entries for cash receipts and other cash activity.
• Apply cash receipts to open receivables and maintain the reconciliations for accounts receivable GL accounts.
• Record revenue for property management fees and asset management fees.
• Maintain the prepaid expenses reconciliation and record monthly amortization journal entries.
• Prepare files to load fixed assets to fixed asset software and record journal entries for depreciation.
• Ensure that all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on old outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly. Reconcile components of ending cash balances monthly.
• Reconcile cash transfer account at least weekly and follow up on uncleared items.
• Maintain loan schedules as needed.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and workpapers, following up on aged, uncleared transactions.
• Accounting for payroll and employee benefits costs.
• Prepare variance analysis for corporate departments to ensure we understand what’s driving variances from budget or forecast.
• Assist with annual audit by providing account reconciliations and journal entry support to auditors.
• Assist with the annual budget and forecast processes.
• Ensures costs are allocated and billed to properties in accordance with management agreements and property budgets.
• Works with Treasury Analyst to monitor cash balances for Scion Group and properties managed, process cash transactions and other treasury responsibilities as needed.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive.

Technologies We Utilize

• Entrata
• Vena (reporting and budgeting)
• Concur Expense

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 2-3 years of professional work experience in corporate accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Accounting internship experience preferred.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Approaches cross-departmental relationships with a customer service mentality and works well with associates of all levels.
• Advanced experience in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Works well independently and as a member of various teams.
• Manages multiple projects and meets goals and deadlines timely and consistently.
• Requires minimal guidance to accomplish general tasks.
• Versatile, flexible, and thrives in an environment where there are changing priorities.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Pursuing CPA is a plus.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion headquarters in Chicago, IL
• Working hours are general daytime business hours

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities
• Pet Insurance

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

The Scion Group strives to create an extraordinary living and learning environment through our passion for customer experience and strong partnerships in our communities. Our Capital and Facilities teams play a vital role in ensuring the long-term performance of our physical assets while maintaining a safe, reliable, and comfortable environment for our residents.

The Asset Manager - HVAC will lead Scion’s national strategy for managing, maintaining, and modernizing over $150 million in HVAC systems across our real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive approach to HVAC lifecycle planning—optimizing system performance, extending equipment life, reducing operational risk, and supporting cost-effective capital planning.

This position will act as the primary technical liaison between Capital, Facilities, vendors, and property-level teams, while also analyzing HVAC system data, spend trends, and maintenance protocols to drive smart, scalable mechanical asset management.

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL, and will require frequent travel to properties across the U.S.

Your Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Responsibilities: 

• Lead end-to-end execution of capital construction projects.
• Provide expert knowledge on all large-scale HVAC and central plant (boiler/chiller) system replacements and upgrades portfolio wide. 
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational capital plans and timelines.
• Collaborate with Capital Planning to translate long-term asset strategies into executable construction projects.
• Oversee project planning, design review, bidding, and construction phases, ensuring technical accuracy and cost efficiency.
• Evaluate and validate scopes of work for major mechanical system projects, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and building distribution systems.
• Manage third-party engineers, contractors, and vendors, ensuring performance, accountability, and adherence to contract requirements.
• Partner with Facilities and Operations teams to identify project needs, define priorities, and ensure smooth project handoffs.
• Lead project risk identification and mitigation, particularly for complex mechanical systems in occupied buildings.
• Drive consistency in project delivery standards, procurement strategies, and cost controls across the portfolio.
• Review and approve project budgets, change orders, and pay applications, ensuring financial discipline and transparency.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, resolve field issues, and support critical project milestones.
• Analyze project performance, costs, and outcomes to inform future capital planning and continuous improvement.
• Support development of standards, specifications, and best practices for large-scale mechanical system replacements.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive. 

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction project management, with a strong focus on capital projects involving large mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex HVAC and central plant projects (e.g., boilers, chillers, hydronic systems) in multifamily, commercial, or institutional buildings.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contract management, and project delivery methods.
• Experience working with engineers, general contractors, and specialty mechanical contractors.
• Ability to evaluate technical project scopes and translate them into actionable construction plans.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing capital budgets and analyzing project costs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across corporate and field teams.
• Travel expectations are (approximately 40–50%) to support project execution and site oversight.
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) preferred; mechanical or HVAC-related certifications are a plus.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in varying environments, including rooftops, mechanical rooms, and confined spaces.
• Frequent travel to Scion-managed properties across multiple U.S. states.
• Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required to support urgent site needs or project timelines.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion's Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
• Corporate Office experience is preferred.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living, and the Regional Marketing Associate is a crucial team member responsible for driving traditional marketing efforts and lead generation strategy. This role focuses on developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives that enhance brand presence, support leasing performance, and align with business objectives within a designated region.

The Regional Marketing Associate reports to the Marketing Manager and collaborates closely with on-site teams, sales teams, and the digital marketing team to ensure an integrated approach. This positions focus will be traditional marketing efforts such as grassroots campaigns, on-campus promotions, housing fairs, partnerships, and event activations, while collaborating with our internal team members to ensure this aligns with our digital strategy.

This position will be based full-time out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL.

Your Responsibilities

• Integrated Marketing Strategy & Execution
  
  • Develop and execute comprehensive annual marketing plans that integrate both digital and traditional marketing efforts to drive leads and leasing performance.
  • Align all marketing campaigns with business goals, sales messaging, and rate strategies to ensure consistent positioning across platforms.
  • Oversee both organic and paid lead generation channels, ensuring marketing spend is optimized, and performance is tracked effectively.
  • Support campaign planning, execution, and optimization across digital and on-site initiatives.
• Digital Marketing & Social Media
  
  • Manage and grow Scion’s organic social media presence across all major platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok).
  • Create, schedule, and post engaging content aligned with Scion’s brand voice and marketing goals to the Scion Social.
  • Assist in developing SEO-friendly website content, and marketing copy to improve search rankings and drive organic traffic.
  • Collaborate with digital agency on paid media, SEO, and analytics to ensure campaigns are fully integrated.
  • Track and analyze digital campaign metrics, providing insights and data-driven recommendations for optimization.
• Traditional Marketing & Lead Generation
  
  • Develop and implement grassroots marketing strategies, including housing fairs, on-campus activations, local partnerships, and event sponsorships.
  • Build relationships with local businesses, student organizations, and campus influencers to expand brand reach.
  • Provide on-site marketing support during key leasing periods, including new prospects event execution, promotional activities, and community engagement.
  • Ensure all traditional marketing efforts align with digital campaigns for a unified brand presence.
• Collaboration & Communication
  
  • Partner with sales and community teams to align marketing strategies with leasing goals and audience insights.
  • Conduct regular check-ins with site teams to assess campaign effectiveness, share best practices, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Work cross-functionally with creative and operations teams to ensure all marketing deliverables meet deadlines and standards
• Marketing Operations & Performance Tracking
  
  • Manage marketing administration tasks including creative requests, database updates, and campaign coordination · Track campaign performance through Click Up, Yield IQ, and other reporting tools
  • Continuously benchmark marketing performance and adjust strategies based on analytics and industry trend

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3–5 years of experience in marketing, preferably in real estate, property management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in both digital and traditional marketing strategies.
• Strong analytical and project management skills, with the ability to balance creativity and data-driven decision-making.
• Proficiency in marketing analytics tools, CRM platforms, and social media scheduling software (SOCi, Click Up), social media platforms, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience developing high-quality content for digital and print channels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30% for on-site support, events, and regional visits.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

Your Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and we’re seeking a motivated Treasury Analyst to join us in supporting the daily cash and banking operations of our organization. This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in treasury within a U.S.-based real estate platform.

The Treasury Analyst supports the execution and monitoring of cash activity across a highly decentralized bank account structure, working closely with the VP; Finance, Accounting & Treasury and cross-functional finance teams. This role is operational and analytical in nature and does not include capital markets, investment management, or foreign currency responsibilities.

Your Responsibilities

The Treasury Analyst supports daily treasury operations and cash management activities. Responsibilities include:

• Daily monitoring of cash balances across a large number of U.S. bank accounts
• Prepare daily and weekly cash position reports using established templates
• Support short-term cash forecasting through data gathering and basic variance analysis
• Identify and flag unusual or unexpected cash activity for review
• Assist with bank account openings, closures, and ongoing maintenance
• Maintain accurate bank account inventories, documentation, and signatory records
• Support user access administration and periodic entitlement reviews
• Prepare standard cash and banking reports for treasury and finance leadership
• Support Accounting teams with bank reconciliations and research reconciling items
• Assist in resolving bank errors, posting issues, and cash discrepancies
• Perform routine activities within online banking platforms and treasury system (after implementation)
• Support testing of system changes, banking updates, and process enhancements
• Follow established treasury controls and procedures
• Assist with audit documentation and evidence gathering
• Participate in treasury-related projects and process improvement initiatives
• Understand real estate joint venture structures and process to fund cash shortfalls
• Assist with treasury system implementation

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in finance, accounting, treasury, banking, or a related role
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills
• Ability to follow processes, meet deadlines, and manage routine tasks accurately

Operational Details

Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living, and we’re seeking an Insurance Claims Administrator to join our team. This position will provide essential support to corporate and property operations teams by assisting with insurance claims, legal documentation, and compliance efforts. 

This role is ideal for someone with a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and an interest in legal and insurance administration.  

Your Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of the making and collection of insurance claims on behalf of the Company and its managed properties.
• Responds promptly and professionally to requests for assistance from property staff.
• Drafts, revises, interprets and explains commercial contracts.
• Drafts and revises housing agreements and other relevant real estate documents.
• Identifies and responds promptly and professionally to resident complaints, vendor disputes and regulatory matters, and elevates to attorneys as required.
• Supports property operations staff with clear and consistent information regarding legal- and policy-related situations involving residents, staff and vendors.
• Supports outside counsel on litigation matters.
• Coordinates with inside and outside counsel on entity and asset acquisitions.
• Identifies and addresses various reporting and compliance issues with lenders, partners and governmental bodies.
• Monitors compliance with vendor insurance requirements.
• Monitors and assists in resolution of insurance claims.
• Other duties as assigned by Staff Attorneys, by the Vice President of Legal Affairs and/or the General Counsel.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Associate’s degree or Paralegal certification preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a legal, insurance, or administrative role is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with property management systems is a plus. 

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

The base salary range for this full-time position is $50,000-$65,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.   

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR 

Summary

The Scion Group is the leader in student living, and we’re seeking an experienced Benefits & Workers Comp Administrator to join our Total Rewards team in delivering exceptional benefits and leave programs for our team members. The ideal candidate is a proactive, strategic, hands-on professional who can partner effectively with stakeholders and provide expert guidance on all aspects of benefits, workers comp and leaves. The Benefits Administrator reports to the Sr Director Total Rewards. This is a five-day-per-week in-office opportunity.                 

Responsibilities

Employee Benefits & Retirement Plans

• Administer the design, administration, and evaluation of Scion’s employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA/FSA, workers compensation, etc.) to ensure they align with company objectives and meet employee needs.
• Serve as technical lead for UKG Benefits Admin/PlanSource, carrier feeds, and vendor systems—troubleshooting issues and driving resolution.
• Partner cross-functionally and with Scion’s benefits broker and plan providers to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient program delivery.
• Lead the annual benefits processes, including open enrollment, plan renewals, employee communications, wellness initiatives.
• Manage day-to-day benefits operations with precision and urgency.
• Analyze program utilization and costs to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Administer Scion’s 401(k) retirement plan, ensuring compliance, oversight of operations, and participant education.
• Administer workers compensation ensuring compliance by state, paying invoices and validating accurate workers comp codes by state by job in HRIS.
• Resolve all benefit related tickets within 24 hours.

Leave of Absence Programs

• Administer all leave programs including FMLA, ADA, parental leave, short- and long-term disability, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves.
• Partner with the business to ensure consistent and compliant leave practices.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local leave laws, updating policies and processes as needed.
• Support employees and managers throughout the leave process, including benefit coordination and return-to-work planning.

Compliance & Policy Development

• Ensure benefits and leave programs comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Create and maintain clear policies, procedures, and communications that support benefits and leave administration.
• Provide training and guidance to HR team members and leaders on benefits and leave topics.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update policies and practices accordingly.
• Ensure adherence to COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and ACA requirements.
• Ensure preparation of benefit regulatory requirement files and submit timely.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support compliance reporting.
• Collaborate with HRIS to ensure system accuracy and eligibility logic.
• Partners with vendors to resolve issues and maintain plan integrity.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience managing benefits design, administration, and compliance at a national scale, including retirement plan and worker’s compensation management.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience overseeing leave of absence programs.
• Prior experience with UKG Pro Benefits Administration/PlanSource, preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience pulling, analyzing, and visualizing data from UKG BI or similar platforms.
• Thorough knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and ACA requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
• High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

Your Opportunity

The Scion Group is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager of Procurement and Purchasing Compliance to assist with the development of purchasing compliance standards across Scion’s portfolio of resident communities. This individual will participate in the development, implementation, and enforcement of Procurement compliance programs to ensure alignment with Scion’s policies, contractual obligations, and applicable legal and ethical standards. As Procurement activities increasingly impact cost control, risk exposure, service quality and consistency, this role will be vital to maintaining the integrity and performance of the Strategic Sourcing and Procurement function.

This is a highly cross-functional role that works closely with Scion’s Procurement, Operations, Capital, and Legal teams, as well as directly with suppliers to operationalize compliance frameworks, standardize purchasing behavior, and track results through advanced analytics tools in the Coupa P2P platform. Scion communities procure products and services spanning construction, renovations, property operations, and other recurring services. The role is critical to promoting supplier and product consistency, adoption of policy, operational efficiency, safeguarding company assets, and minimizing organizational risk. The ideal candidate will have a fundamental and deep knowledge of procurement strategies, risk assessment, compliance standards, documentation and policy management.

Your Responsibilities

PURCHASE COMPLIANCE

• Refine and maintain corporate procurement and purchasing compliance policies and frameworks.
• Develop and implement internal controls that govern PO issuance, contract approval workflows, and vendor engagement.
• Build and manage compliance dashboards using Coupa Advanced Analytics.
• Monitor managed vs. unmanaged spend to ensure policy adherence and highlight areas for improvement.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for procurement compliance across business units.
• Collaborate with community managers to monitor compliance performance and provide coaching or corrective action when necessary.

VENDOR COMPLIANCE

• Develop category-specific SLA’s and KPI’s to drive consistency, quality and value from Scion’s product and service providers.
• Standardize new and existing vendor evaluation procedures, ensuring consistency with the “Scion Standard.”
• Oversee recurring contract calendar management and ensure timely renewals and supplier contract terminations as necessary.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, purchasing compliance, or strategic sourcing.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with MS Excel or equivalent
• Deep understanding of procurement compliance best practices, KPI tracking, and risk management strategies.
• Proven success leading cross-functional initiatives and compliance rollouts across large or multi-site organizations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and we’re seeking a talented Senior Fund Accountant to join us in executing our vision. This position will focus on the preparation, verification, and presentation of financial data for our joint ventures. This position is accountable for all aspects of accounting efforts for our joint venture entities including preparing or reviewing journal entries and reconciliations and generating timely financial reports.                  

The Senior Fund Accountant is a strategic leader who excels in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This role demands principled thinking, well-honed project management skills, a stubborn refusal to settle, and an appreciation for bold innovation. 

This role is based out of our Central Office in downtown Chicago, IL and requires five days in-office. 

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Your Responsibilities 

This Senior Fund Accountant is accountable for all aspects of accounting efforts for our joint venture entities including preparing journal entries and reconciliations and generating timely financial reports. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare quarterly consolidated financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare annual financial statements and footnotes for internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete conversion of accounting and financial statements from US GAAP to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for external stakeholders reporting in accordance with IFRS.
• Complete accounting for business transactions of the Real Estate Investment Trusts, holding companies in the joint venture structures, and the joint venture company (e.g., contributions, distributions, operating expenses).
• Complete consolidations process for joint ventures.
• Account for Scion’s investments in joint ventures.
• Prepares balance sheet reconciliations and reviews bank reconciliations prepared by the Bookkeeper.
• Prepare reconciliations of intercompany balances within joint venture structure.
• Proactively monitor and achieve internal and external deadlines.
• Effectively work with Property Accountants to resolve any property entity questions and any property entity information needed to complete tasks.
• Respond to inquiries from external auditors of joint venture companies.
• Continuously improve processes to address inefficiencies or ineffectiveness.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3-5 years of professional accounting experience
• Obtained or pursuing CPA preferred.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion headquarters in Chicago, IL
• Working hours are general daytime business hours

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

The Director of Product Engineering is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of Scion’s internal and resident-facing software tools. This role sits at the intersection of product management, engineering execution, and business strategy—ensuring Scion’s technology platforms drive operational efficiency, enhance resident experience, and scale with portfolio growth.
This leader will build and manage high-performing engineering teams, partner closely with product and operations stakeholders, and establish a modern, scalable technology ecosystem aligned with Scion’s long-term digital strategy.

Your Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership & Strategy

• Define and execute the engineering vision for Scion’s software platforms, aligned with business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers, QA, and technical leads.
• Establish best practices for architecture, coding standards, testing, and deployment.
• Drive adoption of modern development frameworks, cloud infrastructure, and scalable systems.

Product & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner with Product, Analytics, Revenue Management, and Operations teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Collaborate on product roadmaps, ensuring engineering feasibility, scalability, and performance.
• Act as a key stakeholder in prioritization, balancing speed, quality, and business impact. 

Platform Development & Ownership

• Oversee development of internal tools (leasing, operations, reporting, integrations) and resident-facing applications. 
• Ensure systems integrate seamlessly with third-party platforms (e.g., property management systems, CRMs, payment systems).
• Drive data platform improvements to support analytics, reporting, and decision-making. 

Delivery & Execution

• Implement agile development processes to improve speed, predictability, and transparency.
• Own delivery timelines, resource planning, and execution quality.
• Monitor KPIs such as system performance, uptime, deployment frequency, and defect rates. 

Technology & Architecture

• Lead architectural decisions to ensure systems are scalable, secure, and maintainable. 
• Champion cloud-native solutions (e.g., AWS/Azure), APIs, and microservices where appropriate. 
• Ensure adherence to cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance standards. 

Operational Excellence

• Improve engineering efficiency through tooling, automation, and CI/CD pipelines. 
• Manage vendor relationships and external development partners as needed. 
• Establish incident response processes and ensure high system reliability. 

What We Require

Experience
•    8+ years of software engineering experience, with 3–5+ years in a leadership role. 
•    Proven experience leading engineering teams delivering SaaS or enterprise software products. 
•    Experience building and scaling internal tools or operational platforms preferred. 
•    Background in e-commerce, property management/revenue management, or marketplace platforms is a plus. 
Technical Expertise
•    Strong understanding of modern web architectures, APIs, and cloud infrastructure. 
•    Experience with languages/frameworks such as JavaScript (React, Node), Ruby on Rails, Python, or similar. 
•    Familiarity with data systems, integrations, and analytics platforms. 
•    Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. 
Leadership & Business Skills
•    Demonstrated ability to align engineering efforts with business outcomes. 
•    Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
•    Experience working in cross-functional, product-driven environments. 
•    Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization. 
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Key Competencies
•    Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability 
•    Strong ownership and accountability 
•    Collaborative leadership style 
•    Data-driven decision-making 
•    Continuous improvement mindset

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

Your Benefits 

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

We are seeking a hands-on Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain reliable ELT pipelines and production-grade analytics models in Snowflake.

This role requires strong SQL expertise, deep DBT experience, and demonstrated ability to independently build and troubleshoot end-to-end data pipelines — from ingestion (APIs, change data capture) through transformation and BI consumption.

The ideal candidate takes ownership of data systems, proactively identifies failure points, and delivers production-ready solutions without sustained oversight.

Your Responsibilities

ELT Pipeline Development

• Design and implement end-to-end ELT pipelines into Snowflake.
• Build and maintain ingestion pipelines from:
  • Third-party APIs
  • SaaS platforms
  • Internal application databases
• Implement and maintain Change Data Capture (CDC) processes.
• Ensure incremental loading, idempotency, and data consistency.
• Diagnose and resolve ingestion failures independently.

Data Modeling & Transformation (DBT)

• Design layered DBT models (staging, intermediate, marts).
• Write high-quality, performant SQL transformations.
• Implement incremental models and testing strategies.
• Optimize transformations for cost and performance in Snowflake.
• Ensure transformations are production-ready and validated prior to deployment.

Data Quality & Monitoring

• Implement data validation and anomaly detection checks.
• Design monitoring around pipeline failure modes.
• Perform structured root cause analysis for data discrepancies.
• Ensure production datasets are complete, timely, and trustworthy.

Production Ownership

• Drive work from design through deployment.
• Validate outputs prior to release.
• Monitor deployed pipelines and models.
• Proactively address data gaps or inconsistencies.
• Document assumptions, transformations, and dependencies clearly.

BI & Collaboration

• Partner with analytics and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable data solutions.
• Support Looker semantic modeling and dashboard reliability.
• Communicate technical tradeoffs clearly and concisely.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in data engineering or analytics engineering.
• Advanced SQL proficiency (window functions, performance tuning, complex joins).
• Hands-on experience building DBT models in a production environment.
• Experience working with Snowflake or similar cloud data warehouse.
• Experience building and maintaining ELT pipelines.
• Experience implementing Change Data Capture (CDC).
• Experience integrating and ingesting data from external APIs.
• Demonstrated ability to independently diagnose and resolve pipeline and data quality issues.
• Experience deploying production-ready data assets with minimal oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Git-based workflows and CI/CD (e.g., GitHub Actions, dbt Cloud).
• Experience designing data monitoring frameworks.
• Experience with Looker or similar BI tools.
• Familiarity with orchestration tools.

What We're Looking For

We value engineers who:

• Take full ownership of data systems.
• Think critically about edge cases and failure modes.
• Identify problems before stakeholders do.
• Drive initiatives to production completion.
• Communicate clearly and proactively.
• Understand that reliability is as important as functionality

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion headquarters in Chicago, IL
• Working hours are general daytime business hours

Your Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternity Leave
• FLSA Status
• Discretionary annual EOY bonus
• Paid Time Off

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

Your Opportunity

Scion is seeking a talented Investments Analyst to join us in executing our vision. This position will focus on using their analytical talents to provide support to the Investments team as Scion looks to continue to grow the nation’s highest quality student housing portfolio. This position will primarily focus on delivering financial modeling, research, presentations, and various analyses with the utmost integrity and timeliness to support investment workflow across acquisition and portfolio management initiatives

The Investments Analyst values and fosters strong cross departmental working relationships. This role demands excellent communication skills, agility, well-honed analytical and critical thinking skills and takes no half measures. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team and gain invaluable transaction and investment related real estate experience.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain complex financial models to analyze prospective real estate acquisition opportunities under various investment structures and sensitivities.
• Perform sensitivity and scenario analyses to assess the impact of different market conditions, financing terms, and property improvements on investment returns.
• Gather and evaluate economic, demographic, industry specific, and macro fundamental data to aid senior management in effective business decisions.
• Collaborate with other members of the investment team to analytically support various investment optimization and portfolio management initiatives.
• Conduct general portfolio management analysis and provide work product on an established, recurring frequency to internal and external stake holders.
• Leverage presentation software, data visualization techniques, and communication skills to generate internal and external reports to drive investment analysis.
• Assist in conducting transaction due diligence by compiling, reviewing, and summarizing various property level reports, documents, contracts, and financials; additionally support teams through the organization of documentation for consumption across various acquisition streams.
• Establish workflow with asset management and property operations upon asset transition

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or similar STEM programs with 1-2 years of professional experience.
• Advanced financial modeling; High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of and experience with commercial real estate fundamentals and investment principles is a plus.
• Successfully balances multiple, complex projects, prioritizes effectively, and meets deadlines.
• Infrequent travel may be required occasionally (5-10% in a year).

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of daytime business hours, requiring additional non-traditional hours during peak times.

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living, and we’re seeking a detail-oriented HRIS Analyst to join our team. This role will serve as the primary administrator for our UKG platform, ensuring system integrity, data accuracy, and optimal performance across HR processes.

The HRIS Analyst will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the organization’s HR systems, supporting system configurations, reporting, and user experience. This position partners closely with HR, Payroll, and IT to streamline workflows, support system enhancements, and ensure the HRIS effectively supports business operations.

This role requires a high level of confidentiality, strong analytical skills, and a service-oriented mindset.

Your Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrator for the UKG HRIS, managing system functionality, user access, and ongoing system maintenance.
• Configure and maintain system workflows, business rules, security roles, and organizational structures within UKG.
• Troubleshoot HRIS issues and provide end-user support and guidance to employees and managers.
• Monitor the Total Rewards inbox for UKG-related system requests or troubleshooting needs.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute HRIS reports, dashboards, and analytics to support HR and business leadership.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and IT to optimize system processes and improve operational workflows.
• Lead system upgrades, patches, testing, and implementation of new UKG features or modules.
• Strong technical and back-end expertise within UKG, with the ability to support and enhance system functionality
• Maintain electronic employee records to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Generate and distribute reports related to staffing changes, payroll updates, and workforce metrics.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements within UKG and other HR technologies.
• Build and optimize UKG analytics, reports, and dashboards for HR and key stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and implement new features and enhancements within the UKG platform.
• Maintain a deep understanding of UKG system architecture and back-end processes resulting in ongoing system integrity.
• Review and interpret UKG release updates, with the ability to recommend and implement new features and functionality.
• Utilize a strong analytical mindset to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of system performance and continuous improvement.
• Utilize problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving system gaps.
• Utilize strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with HRIS and business stakeholders.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of HRIS administration or HR systems experience, preferably with UKG.
• Experience supporting HRIS configurations, reporting, and system troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Experience developing HR reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and provide high-quality user support.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with HR data.
• Experience with ClickUp is a plus.
• Proven experience troubleshooting system issues and performing data cleanup to ensure accuracy and integrity
• Hands on experience building and optimizing UKG analytics, reports, and dashboards
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Ability to work independently and to collaborate with internal teams
• Ability to take ownership of system performance and continuous improvement

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours, with flexibility during peak periods or system implementations.

Your Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities
• Pet insurance  

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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