Leasing Professional

ZRS Management; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property management is seeking a Leasing Professional to manage the leasing process, attract tenants, and maintain high occupancy rates. The ideal candidate will possess strong sales and communication skills, with a focus on customer service. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Housing Discounts

Paid Holidays

401k Plan with Employer Match

Qualifications

• 1+ year of sales or leasing experience strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Attract and screen potential tenants, negotiate lease terms.
• Conduct property tours and manage leasing paperwork.
• Maintain positive relationships with current residents.

Skills

Negotiating

Sales

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property Management Software

Job description

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Job Description

A leasing consultant's primary role is to attract and screen potential tenants, provide information about available properties, negotiate lease terms, and ensure a smooth leasing process.

As a leasing consultant, you will be responsible for leasing properties to prospective tenants, ensuring high occupancy rates, and maintaining positive relationships with current residents. Your role involves marketing and promoting available properties, conducting property tours, screening applicants, negotiating lease agreements, and providing excellent customer service. You will work closely with the property manager and other team members to achieve leasing goals and maintain property standards.

The Leasing Consultant's primary focus shall include but not be limited to:

• Stay informed about local rental market trends, competitor activities, and industry regulations
• Participate in property marketing events, outreach programs, and promotional activities to maximize property visibility
• Manage all aspects of the leasing process, including leasing apartments to qualified prospects, preparing lease paperwork, and assisting residents to ensure a smooth move-in
• Respond to inquiries via in-person, phone, and email, provide leasing information, and make appointments
• Assist with completing weekly, monthly, and special reports
• Determine resident needs and respond promptly to any concerns
• Explain all lease and community policies clearly to residents
• Plan, organize, and conduct resident functions as needed and directed by the Property Manager
• Uphold ethical standards, fair housing regulations, and company policies in all activities
• Work at least one to two weekends per month

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License
• 1+ year of sales or leasing experience strongly preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong negotiating and sales abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with organizational and multitasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Knowledge of internet, email, social media marketing
• Experience with property management software (e.g., Onesite, Yardi, RealPage, etc.)
• Understanding of business practices and principles
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Ability to handle stress calmly
• Respect for confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

We offer full-time, career-track positions with competitive pay, health, dental, vision, and life insurance; housing discounts, vacation, paid holidays, an exceptional 401k plan with employer match, and more!

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.