Leasing Specialist - BRONX

The Domain Companies is a national real estate development and investment firm focused on making a positive and lasting social, economic, and physical impact on the communities in which we build. Domain is responsible for a diverse range of innovative projects including affordable, mixed-income and luxury apartments, condominiums, hospitality, retail, entertainment venues, and creative workspace.

About the role

We are seeking a Leasing Specialist who is personable, empathetic, creative, and driven. This individual will be a self-starter with excellent sales and customer service skills with a proven ability to close leases. This position is highly visible and requires a warm demeanor, collaborative spirit, and impeccable follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Lease apartments to prospective tenants and maximize revenue by effectively selling the value of our properties.
• Prospect relentlessly to generate traffic, build a pipeline, and close leases.
• Develop, execute, and monitor a marketing and social media strategy in partnership with the corporate marketing team and property leadership. Conduct regular market surveys and track effectiveness of current strategies.
• Listen and understand the market landscape. Share insights and ideas with leadership and corporate partners.
• Create a memorable and seamless move-in and move-out for our residents in collaboration with the property team.
• Ensure the property remains in impeccable condition. Conduct annual unit inspections and coordinate maintenance requests. Follow-up with residents to ensure our products and services have exceeded their satisfaction.
• Provide firsthand knowledge of the local area and our community. Make recommendations about activities, local businesses, and services to ensure residents and guests have a positive experience that meets their needs.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and promoting resident social events.
• Be proactive about solving problems, even if it’s outside of your area, and be ready to take on additional initiatives and responsibilities as they emerge.
• Seek out opportunities to be a leader and do everything you can to help the company achieve its larger objectives.

Requirements

• High school or GED required.
• A minimum of 2 years of market rate leasing experience preferred. Previous sales experience also preferred.
• Customer-centric with a warm demeanor, positive attitude, and impeccable follow-through.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to plan and prioritize efficiently and motivate/lead team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks with simultaneous deadlines/interruptions.
• Strong written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the city; knowledge of the local transportation options to include public and private transportation options.
• Maintain an organized filing system and office areas.
• Technically savvy, i.e., smart phones and computers. Computer proficiency included but not limited to Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands

• This position involves regular walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, hearing, and talking.
• May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• May involve close vision, color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and viewing computer monitor for extended periods of time.
• Involves manual dexterity for using keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• May involve moving or lifting items at or about 40 pounds.

Schedule

• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the property as well as company needs.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

Pay

Competitive pay: $65,000, with potential annual bonuses.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits with 4 different plan offerings.
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave Program (up to 8 weeks of 100% pay).
• 401(k) matching program (up to 4%).
• 10 days of paid vacation, 7 sick days, and 10 company holidays annually.
• Fun extracurricular activities and perks.
• 2 Volunteer days and an annual community day where we get to give back, together.
• Professional development opportunities.