Leasing Representative - London, ON

Killam Apartment REIT; London; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plan

Life and disability insurance

Volunteer days and charitable giving

Annual bonus plan

Employer-mmatched investment plan

Tuition reimbursement

EFAP

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Killam Apartment REIT invites an energetic Leasing Representative to join our team in the London area on a full-time basis. This role suits someone with strong customer service and sales skills, and a willingness to travel between properties for showings.

You’ll manage showings, process applications and lease signings, and support administrative tasks. A base salary of $47,000–$55,000 CAD with leasing commissions and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in leasing or property management.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings/weekends and travel between properties.

Responsibilities

• Field leasing communications by phone, email and in person.
• Perform showings of suites and tours of properties.
• Follow up with prospective tenants after showing to close the sale.
• Assist with administrative duties.
• Process applications and lease signings.
• Perform bi-weekly market surveys.
• Utilize Yardi in day-to-day leasing functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication

Computer skills

Yardi software

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Yardi CRM

Job description

Killam Apartment REIT, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is one of Canada's largest residential real estate investment trusts, owning, operating, and developing a $5.5 billion portfolio of apartments and manufactured home communities. Killam's strategy to drive value and profitability focuses on three priorities: (1) increase earnings from the existing portfolio; (2) expand the portfolio and diversify geographically through accretive acquisitions, targeting newer properties and dispositions of non-core assets; and (3) develop high-quality properties in its core markets.

We are looking for an energetic and results oriented Leasing Representative to join our team in the London area on a full-time basis. This position would be ideal for someone with strong customer service experience. We offer a competitive salary plus commission structure and training and support to help you launch your career with Killam.

Responsibilities

• Field all leasing communication by phone, email and in person;
• Perform showings of suites and tours of properties;
• Follow up with prospective tenants after showing to close the sale;
• Assist with administrative duties;
• Process applications and lease signings;
• Perform bi-weekly market surveys;
• Utilize Yardi Customer Relationship Software in day-to-day leasing functions;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role, or experience in the property management and/or real estate industry;
• 1-2 years’ experience in sales, marketing and/or customer service;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Previous experience posting ads on Kijiji, and familiarity with Yardi is considered an asset;
• Must be flexible and able to work evenings/weekends; and,
• Must be willing to travel between properties for showings. Mileage is compensated on a per KM rate.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary based on your skills and experience (consisting of a base salary in the range of $47,000-$55,000 annually, plus leasing commissions);
• A cost shared health and dental plan;
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind;
• Three paid volunteer days and charitable donations to support your community;
• An annual bonus plan that recognizes your contributions;
• Opportunity to participate in an employer-matched investment plan;
• Training, professional development and tuition reimbursement to support your growth;
• An employer-funded Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees. Employees will be given support and encouragement to develop their full potential and utilize their unique talents. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank you for your interest in our company. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls.