Leasing Consultant Apartment Community

Position Overview

Job Title: Leasing Consultant
Salary: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, education, and prior experience
Bonus Potential: Leasing and renewal bonuses
Schedule: Friday - Tuesday; 9am - 6pm

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Leasing Consultant to support the operations at Elevate Apartments, a 259-unit conventional apartment community located in Minneapolis, MN. This role requires strong sales and leasing skills, and is responsible for all aspects of leasing, including showing and leasing apartments through effective selling and closing techniques, processing applications, interacting with current and prospective residents and vendors, and promoting positive and proactive resident relations. As a part of a community-focused team, you will play a vital role in serving residents with care, responding to service requests promptly and professionally, and take pride in maintaining the property to the highest standards.

How you will make an impact

• Represent Investment Property Group in a positive and professional manner at all times
• Aid in all aspects of leasing, including touring, processing applications, answering phones, and managing inquiries
• Conduct property tours for prospective tenants through apartment community, units, and common areas
• Develop marketing strategies to attract prospective tenants, including follow-up on leads and hosting promotional events
• Foster positive and collaborative relationships with residents, employees, and associated agencies
• Complete resident move-ins and move-outs in compliance with company procedures
• Work closely with property manager and maintenance teams to ensure seamless living experience for residents
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with residents, team members, vendors, and community stakeholders
• Contribute to the achievement of occupancy goals and promote quality living experience for residents by effectively performing leasing tasks
• Serve as a resource for management and assistance in the development and communication of more efficient methods of maintaining the apartment community

Requirements & Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience as a leasing agent at a multifamily community of 100+ units is preferred but not required
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster positive relationships with residents and collaborate effectively with team members
• Exceptional time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle conflict resolution, complaints, and provide a high level of customer service tailored to the community demographic
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and offer suggestions to improve the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of the property
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with tenants, contractors, and local authorities
• Marketing and sales skills to promote vacant units or lots and maintain high occupancy rates

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Proficiency in property management software (i.e., Yardi Voyager, CRM Flex, Blue Moon, Rent Café, Vendor Café, Client Central) is preferred but not required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program, and more
• 401k with company match
• Accrued 4-weeks of paid time off (PTO)

Company Information

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability or medical condition as defined by applicable equal opportunity laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment where all employees are respected, treated fairly, and given equal opportunities to thrive.