Leasing Associate

Fitzrovia; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Leasing Associate to drive leasing efforts for luxury apartment communities. This role involves engaging with prospects, providing exceptional service, and executing marketing strategies to attract residents. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong sales and communication skills, and be motivated to achieve leasing goals. Join a leading developer in the rental market that values its employees and offers a dynamic workplace culture. If you are passionate about real estate and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Benefits package

Recognition as one of the Best Places to Work

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a sales role, preferably in real estate.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business or Hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tours and answer questions about properties and amenities.
• Complete lease paperwork and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Track leasing activities and submit regular reports.

Skills

Sales Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality or related discipline

Diploma or Certificate in Business, Hospitality or related discipline

Tools

CRM Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fitzrovia is seeking to hire a Leasing Associate to join our team. The Leasing Associate will be responsible for executing the onsite leasing functions and sales efforts for one of Fitzrovia’s luxury apartment communities, attaining leasing goals while building rapport with prospects and residents. The Leasing Associate is also responsible for providing exceptional service to community residents, future residents, vendors, and the corporate management team. This role takes an active role in the external marketing and advertising of vacancies.

At Fitzrovia, we pride ourselves on being an entrepreneurial and innovative organization, which makes this role well suited for a candidate looking to roll up their sleeves, wear multiple hats and contribute to all aspects of real estate investment and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tour prospects and answer questions about the property, amenities, and the local community to highlight the quality of the community.
• Explain lease information, qualify prospects and build interest to drive the lease closing process.
• Complete lease/renewal paperwork to ensure completion to company standards.
• Ensure and monitor all traffic entering CRM/Inbound Channels to track leasing activities.
• Walk apartment units prior to showing and occupancy by resident.
• Review leasing paperwork and monitor all leasing workflow requirements.
• Submit daily, weekly and monthly leasing reports as required.
• Track and evaluate advertising, and all client traffic. Ensure online advertising is reviewed and updated daily.
• Review marketing plans, leasing strategies, and advertising proposals with assistance of the Leasing Manager.
• Maintain professional communication with residents, applicants, and other representatives.
• Report all property issues, leasing objections, and potential liabilities along with recommendations for solving such issues to Property Manager.
• Prepare and maintain complete resident and general office files; keeping proper documentation at all times.
• Maintain Renter’s Insurance compliance per company policies and procedures.
• Monitor Month-to-Month leases, complete audit and ensure MTM lease compliance.
• Shop competition to keep abreast of local market conditions and submit Weekly Market Survey.
• Track work order activity including monitoring completion each day and follow up warm calls.
• Monitor compliance with revenue management system and participate in weekly calls (if applicable).

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Bachelors degree, Diploma or Certificate in Business, Hospitality or related discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience in a sales role, preferably in real estate or a luxury product.
• Ability to work well under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, curious, responsive, and result driven.
• Superior communication and presentation skills, both orally and in writing.

Why Fitzrovia:

Fitzrovia is Canada’s largest developer of purpose-built rentals, with over 8,800 units completed, acquired, or under development across the Greater Toronto Area and Montreal, representing over $9 billion in assets under management. We deliver high quality rental supply to the housing market across the affordability spectrum, including our flagship Fitzrovia Collection communities, Maddox modern vintage communities and Waverley premier student accommodations.

We distinguish ourselves through our vertically integrated operating model where we own and manage the full process from land acquisition through to design, construction, leasing and award-winning property and asset management. We put our residents first and relentlessly innovate to exceed their expectations with world-class hospitality, amenities, and customer service. Our vibrant rental communities inspire and connect our residents while delivering long-term cash flow and capital appreciation for our investment partners.

We focus on our people and our culture, and offer a competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities. As a proud Canadian company, we are consistently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by The National Apartment Association. To learn more about Fitzrovia, our people and our communities, visit www.fitzrovia.ca. The future of rental living is here.

Fitzrovia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach us at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Customer Service