Leasing Agent

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated and customer-oriented individual who can effectively market our community, connect with potential residents, and drive lease-up success. Bi-lingual in Spanish is a must.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Leasing and Sales: Engage with prospective residents, providing comprehensive tours of our new built community, showcasing the latest in apartment design, technology, and amenities.
• Leasing and Sales: Utilize your sales skills to convert inquiries into leases, ensuring the community achieves full occupancy.
• Leasing and Sales: Provide detailed information about floor plans, community features, and the benefits of living in a brand-new construction.
• Leasing and Sales: Ensure all leasing paperwork is completed promptly and accurately, adhering to company policies and legal requirements.
• Resident Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for new residents, ensuring they have a seamless move-in experience.
• Resident Relations: Proactively address any concerns or questions residents may have about their new home, building strong relationships from the start.
• Resident Relations: Coordinate with maintenance and management teams to ensure the property is well-maintained and that residents' needs are met promptly.
• Marketing and Community Engagement: Assist in the creation and execution of marketing strategies designed to attract potential residents to the new community.
• Marketing and Community Engagement: Organize and participate in community events and open houses to build excitement and awareness around the new development.
• Marketing and Community Engagement: Leverage social media and digital platforms to highlight the unique aspects of the apartment complex, driving engagement and interest.
• Marketing and Community Engagement: Conduct regular market surveys to analyze competitor properties and rental rates.
• Marketing and Community Engagement: Provide detailed reports on market trends, including pricing, amenities, and occupancy levels, to help inform leasing strategies.
• Marketing and Community Engagement: Make recommendations to optimize rental rates and enhance property appeal based on findings.
• Administrative Functions: Maintain up-to-date and organized records of leasing activities, including applications, leases, and renewals.
• Administrative Functions: Manage scheduling for property tours, ensuring potential residents have a memorable and informative experience.
• Administrative Functions: Assist with rent collection and other administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in real estate, business, or a related field is a plus.

Experience: Prior experience in leasing, real estate sales, or customer service is highly desirable. Experience with new construction lease-ups is a significant advantage.

Skills

Required skills include:

• Strong sales and negotiation abilities, with a focus on achieving leasing goals.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to connect with diverse clientele.
• Proficiency with property management software (e.g., AppFolio, Yardi, RealPage) and basic computer skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Benefits include:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay

Compensation: Hourly plus commission, depends on experience.