Leasing Agent-Residential

Morguard; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Morguard, a leading North American real estate company, is seeking a Leasing Agent to manage suite rentals and maintain strong tenant relations. You’ll inspect vacant units, coordinate showings, process applications, and ensure accurate leasing documentation.

Responsibilities include advertising available suites, monitoring online listings, compiling daily activity reports, and supporting the Property Manager with occupancy goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; marketing education is an asset.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant leasing or property-management experience.
• Experience using Yardi is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Office and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Rent available suites, screen applicants, collect deposits, and coordinate showings.
• Oversee advertising and marketing across platforms and maintain online listings.
• Document and report rental activity, leads, and occupancy to the Property Manager.
• Perform general administrative duties and assist tenants with move-in information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Closing skills

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education in Marketing

Tools

Yardi

MS Office

Job description

Looking for a company with over 50 years of success and no signs of slowing down?

If so, Morguard may be the perfect place for you.

As one of Canada's leading real estate companies, with properties across North America, we’re proud of our history and excited about our future.

Our Purpose

At Morguard, people are at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to creating lasting value not only for our clients and communities, but for our employees as well. As a fully integrated real estate organization, we offer exposure to a diverse portfolio that includes office, industrial, retail, and multi-suite residential properties across North America. Our team reflects a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we believe that diversity strengthens us.

Collaboration fuels our success. Through innovation, teamwork, and a shared commitment to sustainability, our professionals are empowered to build their careers, contribute meaningfully, and help shape the future of real estate.

Putting Our Purpose into Action

We support our people by offering:

• Access to experienced subject matter experts who provide mentorship and hands-on learning.
• A wide range of career opportunities across the organization.
• A comprehensive, competitive benefits program that promotes health and wellness.

Where You’ll Add Value

The Leasing Agent is accountable to the Building Manager, for renting suites as they become available to ensure the building maintains an optimum occupancy level and establishing good tenant relations and tenant retention.

How You’ll Make a Difference

1.. Rent Available Suites

Inspects vacant suites and notifies Property Manager of any repairs or decorating required for maintenance or marketing; screens all applicants and shows available suites to prospective tenants; completes required leasing papers and collects appropriate deposits; performs credit, landlord and employment checks; ensures tenant applications are completed and given to the Property Manager for approval; notifies applicant of approval or decline decision and reserves elevator and suite inspection times.

2. Advertising and Marketing

Monitors' and oversees advertising and social media, including online advertising (i.e. Kijiji) on a daily basis to ensure information is accurate; creates and maintains online advertisements on various platforms; suggests and discusses marketing strategy with the Property Manager; surveys and documents competition product from surrounding areas and informs Property Manager of any changes that would be instrumental in renting suites; arranges mini model displays to assist marketing available suites.

3. Documentation and Reporting

Enters guest cards and leads directly into the Yardi Dashboard; records daily rental calls, traffic and suite showings and maintains records of all available suites and suite rentals; produces weekly rental report and submits to Property Manager. Maintains Tenant profiles spreadsheet. Maintains prospective tenant wait list.

4. General Administrative Duties

Prepares and orientates incoming tenants with welcome package and building information; communicates with the building staff to ensure proper care and maintenance of the property including compliance with laws and regulations; reports to Property Manager any areas of the building and suites that may require maintenance. Greets guests and responds to general inquiries and creates an inviting atmosphere for prospective and existing tenants; prepares and orientates incoming tenants with move-in packages and building information; ensures vacant suites are staged and market ready prior to showing prospective tenants.

Any other job related duties and/or projects that may be assigned.

The Expertise You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma. Post-secondary education (e.g. Marketing) is an asset
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience
• Previous experience using Yardi is an asset
• Good knowledge of MS Office.

Core Competencies

• Problem solving skills
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good Judgment
• Interpersonal skills
• Creative thinking
• Attention to detail
• Strong closing skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Exposure to Yardi is an asset.

Why You’ll Love Working at Morguard

At Morguard, we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• A collaborative, inclusive workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing and safety.
• Meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of real estate assets across North America.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support you and your family.
• Support for work-life balance, along with accessible employment practices that meet AODA requirements.

Inclusive by Nature

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths. At Morguard, we provide equal employment opportunities to all candidates and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

Commitment to Accessibility

Morguard is dedicated to maintaining accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources-our team is here to support you. Please contact Human Resources at [phone].