Leasing Agent

Banyan Living; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Life & Disability Ins.

PTO, Sick & Holiday

35% Rent Discount

Training Opportunities

Job summary

Banyan Living is seeking a Leasing Agent to join our team and bring expertise in residential leasing to drive occupancy and resident satisfaction. You will leverage your prior leasing experience to market properties, negotiate lease terms, and deliver exceptional customer service to prospective and current residents.

You will lead property tours, process applications, and perform credit/background checks in compliance with Fair Housing.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential leasing and marketing properties.
• Ability to lead tours, process applications, and perform credit/background checks.
• Comply with Fair Housing laws.
• Develop relationships with prospects and residents to foster retention.
• Collaborate on marketing strategies to increase occupancy.
• Prepare lease agreements and ensure documentation compliance.
• Mentor junior leasing staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead property tours and presentations with knowledge of each community.
• Process applications, perform credit/background checks, and qualify residents per Fair Housing laws.
• Develop relationships to drive retention and referrals.
• Collaborate with management on marketing to improve leasing performance.
• Prepare lease agreements and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Leasing experience

Communication skills

Negotiation

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Fair Housing regulations

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

Property management software

Job description

Banyan Living is seeking aLeasing Agent to join our team and bring expertise in residential leasing to drive occupancy and resident satisfaction. In this position, you will leverage your prior leasing experience to effectively market our properties, negotiate lease terms, and deliver exceptional customer service to prospective and current residents.

• Lead property tours and presentations with professionalism and detailed knowledge of each community.
• Utilize previous leasing experience to process applications, perform thorough credit and background checks, and qualify prospective residents in compliance with Fair Housing laws.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with prospects and residents to foster community retention and referrals.
• Collaborate with management to implement marketing strategies aimed at increasing leasing performance and occupancy rates.
• Prepare accurate lease agreements and ensure all documentation complies with company policies and legal requirements.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior leasing staff as needed.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of leasing processes, property management systems, and Fair Housing regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management software.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• The ideal Experienced Leasing Agent at Banyan Living will demonstrate a proven track record in residential leasing with comprehensive knowledge of leasing procedures and legal compliance. Candidates should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, the ability to build strong client relationships, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service. Prior experience mentoring or leading junior team members is a plus.

• Health, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance
• PTO, Sick & Holiday
• 35% Rent Discount
• Training Opportunities

This hourly position also qualifies for a performance bonus, based on new leases and renewals.