Leasing Agent

ITEX Group; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ITEX Group is seeking a Leasing Agent to promote the property, greet prospective residents, and conduct tours to maintain high occupancy. The role emphasizes customer service, sales, and relationship-building to drive leasing outcomes.

The candidate should have a minimum of three years of leasing experience, with Fair Housing Certification preferred or obtainable. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of leasing experience is required.
• Fair Housing Certification is required or willingness to obtain it before engaging with prospective residents.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to promote the property and attract tenants.
• Greet prospective residents, conduct property tours, and ensure move-in requirements are met.
• Provide timely follow-up to inquiries from various sources and maintain records of prospect data.
• Collaborate with outreach organizations to promote the property and generate interest among prospective tenants.
• Monitor marketing campaigns for ROI and analyze market data on competing properties to stay competitive.
• Ensure units are in pristine condition and ready for move-in before scheduled dates.
• Maintain high levels of customer service and sales acumen throughout the leasing process.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Relationship-building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fair Housing Certification

Job description

Founded in 2002, the ITEX Group is a privately held real estate investment firm offering expertise in property asset services, property investment, property development, consulting services, and property management. The ITEX Group pursues a broad range of real estate investments that offer risk-adjusted returns to our investors and clients. The key to ITEX's success is dedication to fair and equitable relationships with investors. The philosophy is simple, treat investor's capital as our own and co-invest our capital in every transaction.

The Leasing Agent will develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to promote the property, attract prospective tenants, and maintain a high occupancy rate. They will also greet prospective residents, conduct property tours, and ensure all move-in requirements are met. A strong emphasis is placed on customer service, sales, and relationship-building.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate in-depth product knowledge of the property, its amenities, and the surrounding community to proactively promote and market the property.
• Develop and execute a marketing strategy that effectively targets and attracts new prospects.
• Conduct property tours, showcasing the property's amenities and unit floor plans to prospective residents.
• Provide timely and thorough follow-up to all prospect inquiries from various sources (e.g., prospect cards, emails, walk-ins, phone calls).
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of prospect sourcing information for tracking and analysis.
• Collaborate with community outreach organizations to promote the property and generate interest among prospective tenants.
• Monitor the effectiveness of marketing efforts and advertising campaigns, ensuring optimal return on investment.
• Collect and analyze market data on competing properties to stay informed of trends and maintain a competitive edge.
• Ensure units are in pristine condition and ready for move-in before the scheduled tenant move-in date.
• Maintain a high level of customer service and sales acumen throughout the leasing process.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V

Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant leasing experience.
• Fair Housing Certification is required or the willingness to obtain certification before engaging with prospective residents.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as necessary to meet leasing goals.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent bending, stooping and reaching in all directions, sitting for extended periods of time working at a desk. Representative use of digits due to keyboarding work. Will be required to walk with prospects to show units. Must be able to lift up to 20lbs.