Leasing Agent (Temporary)

Mainstreet Equity Corp.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainstreet Equity Corporation manages a portfolio of over 19,000 residential apartments across five Canadian cities and is listed on the TSX.

They are seeking a Leasing Agent in Edmonton to generate quality leads, show properties, process applications and balance field work with administrative duties, reporting to the Regional Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience in apartment leasing is required.
• Sales or customer service experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of Yardi software is an asset.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
• Comfortable interacting with diverse people daily.
• Willing to work 5 consecutive days, including weekends when required.
• Must pass a security clearance.
• Residential Tenancy Act familiarity is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Receive inquiries for leasing and provide property information.
• Lease suites to achieve high occupancy rates.
• Schedule showings and present apartments to prospective tenants.
• Submit applications and paperwork to head office for approval.
• Monitor property branding and report maintenance needs.
• Balance field work with administrative tasks in the office.
• Represent the company professionally and negotiate leasing terms.

Skills

Leasing experience

Customer service

Communication

Negotiation

Time management

Tools

Yardi software

Job description

Salary & Bonuses: Monthly Base Salary + Leasing Bonus

The Company

Mainstreet Equity Corporation is a distinguished real estate company that is publicly traded on Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). Its business focus is on acquisition & upgrading of residential properties and managing its own portfolio of over 19,000 residential apartments in five major cities across Canada.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Leasing Agent is responsible for generating quality leads for prospective tenants to fill our vacancies. The successful candidate will also be required to perform all related administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Receiving and handling inquiries for leasing from prospective customers, provide information on all aspects of properties
• Lease suites with goals in mind to achieve high occupancy rates of the properties
• Determine the needs, living standards and economic viability of prospect customers
• Present properties and amenities in a positive manner to prospective tenants
• Schedule appointments for showing; present the available apartments in a friendly and knowledgeable fashion
• Represent the company in a professional manner
• Negotiate leasing terms and conditions and gather required information to close deals
• Submit applications to head office and related paperwork as required for approval
• Ensure all paperwork and move-ins are completed properly
• Monitoring of branding- inspect properties periodically to ensure proper maintenance, check cleanliness and maintenance of building, report condition of all vacant suites available for rent
• Complete vacancy reports, provide report of the suites shown or to be shown
• Required to work 40 hours per week, due to the nature of the business, the Leasing Agent must work on the first day and last day of every month
• Required to balance time between the field (showing suites etc.) and the office (admin/paperwork)
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the Regional Manager.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must have experience in apartment leasing
• Experience in sales/ customer service an asset
• Experience or knowledge of Yardi software will be an asset
• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle to use at work
• Comfortable in interacting with a variety of people on a daily basis
• Exceptional planning and organization skills
• Strong communicator with the ability to build excellent relationships with customers
• Above average problem solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Willing to work on any 5 consecutive days in the week which may include Saturdays or Sundays, month ends and beginning of months
• Able to effectively manage time and resources to ensure deadlines are met
• Must successfully complete a security clearance
• Familiarity with the Residential Tenancy Act and building systems an asset
• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle to use at work