Leasing Consultant

Fogelman is a nationally recognized, fully integrated multifamily real estate company with six decades of experience, dynamic associates, and expert leadership. Our collaborative culture has earned us recognition as the #2 ranked Best Places to Work in Multifamily for 2026. We create welcoming communities for thousands of residents while building trusted relationships and durable value for our partners, investors, and associates.

About the role

We are seeking a professional Leasing Consultant to join the team at Thornwood Apartments in the Memphis area. This is an excellent opportunity to earn competitive leasing commissions while contributing to a vibrant and highly regarded community. We’re looking for creative, sales-driven individuals who genuinely enjoy helping people find their next home.

Responsibilities

• Interviews prospective residents and records information to ascertain needs and qualifications.
• Accompanies prospects to model/vacant apartments and discusses size and layout of rooms, available amenities, and terms of lease.
• Ensures consistent follow-up with prospects.
• Processes application for approval in compliance with policies and procedures.
• May be responsible for processing lease renewals.
• Schedules move-ins and completes all lease paperwork with prospect.
• Walks all move-ins prior to the move-in date to ensure readiness.
• Follows up with new residents after move-in.
• Inspects condition of premises periodically and arranges for necessary maintenance.
• Plans and coordinates resident events.
• Handles resident requests and complaints courteously and efficiently.
• Assists with all marketing duties including preparation of market surveys.
• Assists with sending out all resident notices.
• Weekend work may be required.
• Adheres to all company policies including but not limited to safety and Fair Housing.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• One year of experience as a leasing professional is preferred.
• Up to one year of related experience or training; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.
• Experience with virtual and in-person community tours is preferred.
• Working knowledge of property management platforms (i.e., Yardi, Entrata, Yieldstar, CRM) preferred.
• Marketing skills with the ability to execute a property marketing plan through outside marketing, social media, and resident functions.
• Familiarity with the local market preferred.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), relationship-building, and customer service skills.
• A valid driver's license and automobile insurance may be required.

Environmental and Physical Demands

• Constant walking, standing, and sitting alternately.
• Frequent climbing of stairs.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching above shoulders.
• Frequently lifts less than 10 lbs.; occasionally lifts over 10 lbs.
• Strong constant figure dexterity with the ability to grasp/turn.
• Strong sensory skills such as good eyesight, good hearing, ability to comprehend, speak, write, and communicate.
• Work in a variety of conditions; both indoors and outdoors.
• Noise level is usually moderate.
• Possible exposure to caustics, solvents, oils, fumes, flammables, pesticides, etc.

Benefits

• Competitive biweekly pay + $125 Leasing Commissions + Split Monthly Renewal Commissions.
• Monthly Cell Phone Allowance & Quarterly Shopping Report Bonus.
• Housing Discount.
• Summer Incentive Program.
• BCBS Health, Dental, Vision, Disability/Life Insurance.
• Matching 401K.
• Training, Career Development, Tuition Reimbursement.
• Recognition & Rewards through Awardco + Associate Appreciations & Incentives.
• $500 Associate Referrals.
• Employee Connect – resources for legal, financial & personal support.