Leasing Associate (Multifamily)

Lion Real Estate Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Leasing Associate to enhance the living experience at a vibrant multifamily apartment community. This role involves engaging with prospective residents, showcasing available units, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, combined with a knack for sales and customer service. Join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining high occupancy rates and fostering positive resident relationships. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about real estate, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteering Program

Perks and Rewards Program

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation are essential.
• Experience in leasing or property management is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and present community features to secure lease agreements.
• Maintain occupancy through effective leasing and marketing activities.
• Assist with administrative tasks and ensure document accuracy.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Sales Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

1+ year leasing or sales experience

1+ year multifamily property management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Yardi

Job description

Lion Real Estate Group is seeking an experienced Leasing Associate to join the team at "The Arbours of Hermitage," our 375-unit owner-operated multifamily apartment community located in Hermitage, Tennessee.

Lion Real Estate Group, established in 2007 by Jeff Weller and Mory Barak, is a US-based investment firm with a niche focus on acquiring B/C multifamily assets in the Sun Belt states. The co-founders have completed $2.5 billion of real estate transactions and have office locations in Dallas, TX (headquarters), Los Angeles, CA and Nashville, TN. The firm currently owns and operates over 6,800 units across 29 multifamily properties located in the Los Angeles, Nashville, Dallas, Austin, Houston, Atlanta, and Charlotte markets.

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Lion Real Estate Group - BENEFITS OFFERED:

• Medical Insurance (77% of employee/dependent premium paid by Lion)
• Dental Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
• Vision Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
• Voluntary Plans including Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
• Third-Party Dedicated Benefits Concierge (TouchCare)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (6% Company Match)
• Paid Time Off Policies:
  • Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Holidays (New Years Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteering Program including VTO
• Perks and Rewards Program

Leasing Associate- JOB PURPOSE:
Serves as the community’s sales representative whose primary duties include greeting clients and presenting all features, amenities, and benefits in a professional manner to properly secure lease agreements from qualified persons. The leasing associate is a highly customer-service oriented position that strives to make current and prospective residents feel welcome and comfortable within the community.

Leasing Associate- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Establishes and maintains the best possible occupancy of the apartment community through leasing and marketing activities.
2. Markets and leases apartments in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
3. Shows and demonstrates available apartments, including Open Houses, during business hours and weekends (Saturdays only).
4. Prepares leases for move in and oversees the signing of leases by new residents.
5. Assists in completion of monthly administrative tasks and ensures community's documents and files are organized and complete.
6. Maintains detailed knowledge of local market conditions and identifies area competitors in order to complete market surveys and stay abreast of market trends.
7. Assists supervisor in day-to-day operations at the community.
8. Maintains day-to-day communications with Supervisor.
9. Reviews move-in, move out, and renewal documents and files for accuracy and compliance with company and government policies and ensures it is entered timely into Yardi.
10. Ensures residents files are properly maintained.
11. Assists with monitoring resident satisfaction through follow-up calls, emails, or meetings to ensure a positive living experience.
12. Helps to ensure the physical well-being and curb appeal of the apartment community.
13. Assists in eliminating lost revenues due to vacancies by executing timely turnover and adhering to traditional and creative marketing protocols to lease apartments.
14. Maintains annual fair housing certification (via Gracehill).
15. Maintains regular and consistent attendance according to required work schedule decided by the Company.
16. Provides exemplary customer service to residents, prospects, and guests and represents the Company in a professional manner at all times.

Leasing Associate- REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (English)
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong sales and negotiating skills.
• Ability to create and maintain strong prospect and resident relationships.
• Team player with ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize duties, manage time efficiently, and multi-task.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with Yardi or similar property management software.
• Must be available to work on weekends (Saturdays only).

Leasing Associate- EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year leasing or other sales-related experience.
• 1+ year of experience in multifamily property management highly preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

*Posted pay range is negotiable.