Apartment Leasing Associate

Property Markets Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission on leases

Performance bonuses

Heavily discounted on-site housing

Job summary

Property Markets Group seeks an experienced multifamily Leasing Associate for its Downtown Fort Lauderdale/Las Olas community. This full-time, in-office role handles lead qualification, tours, follow-up, applications, and move-in coordination while aligning with leasing and marketing strategies.

You will maintain relationships with prospects, brokers, and residents, and support on-site teams. Strong communication and a positive attitude are essential for success in a fast-paced, upscale

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in Class A multifamily leasing, especially lease-ups.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings & weekends.

Responsibilities

• Present properties to prospects and partners to drive tours.
• Qualify prospects and convert conversations into tours.
• Coordinate move-ins and document leasing activity.
• Support leasing marketing plans and promotions.
• Lead the leasing workflow from application to approval.

Skills

Lead qualification

Property tours

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Entrata

Job description

An exciting new luxury apartment community in Downtown Fort Lauderdale/Las Olas is seeking an experienced and ambitious multifamily Leasing Associate. This full-time in-office role will execute all aspects of the leasing process, including lead qualification, property tours, follow up and negotiation, application processing, move-in coordination, and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Presenting the property favorably to prospects, partners, brokers, and other stakeholders.
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with potential residents.
• Qualifying prospects and converting those conversations into property tours.
• Following up with prospects directly via email, text, and phone.
• Documenting leasing activity and forecasting the leasing pipeline.
• Advising on and implementing marketing plans and promotions.
• Managing the leasing workflow to guide prospects through completing applications, verifying income, performing background checks, submitting documents, and communicating their approval status.
• Coordinating move-ins with the on-site management team.
• Inspecting model and available units, ensuring leased units are move-in ready, and delivering move-in gifts.
• Fostering referral partnerships with local universities, brokerages and employers.
• Participating in and presenting at frequent on-site resident community events.
• Supporting the property management and maintenance teams regarding resident issues.
• Participating in the lease renewal process.

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years experience in Class A multifamily leasing, particularly lease-ups.
• Deep familiarity with Entrata property management software preferred.
• Infectiously positive attitude and ability working effectively under pressure.
• Warm, energetic and conscientious work style, capable of working with anyone and mediating customer service issues.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Four year college degree preferred.
• Persuasive written and oral communication skills.
• Represent the property and brand in a professional and ethical manner at all times.

Compensation:

• Commission on individually acquired leases.
• Periodic performance bonuses.
• Heavily discounted on-site housing.

**This role requires being on-site and physically able to conduct property tours and do light lifting (e.g. stocking a refrigerator) on a daily basis.**