Leasing Professional

Southern Management Companies; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) with Company contribution

Paid holidays & PTO

Continuing Education

Job summary

Southern Management Companies is seeking an energetic Leasing Professional to build relationships, drive sales, and provide exceptional service. You’ll manage the leasing flow from first contact to move-in, conduct orientations, and execute follow-ups to maximize conversions.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and initiative in generating leads through networking, community outreach, and social media. Bilinguals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in leasing, sales, customer service, retail, or hospitality.
• Experience with Yardi products a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the leasing process from first point of contact to move-in.
• Meet or exceed traffic, application, move-in, wait list, and conversion ratio goals.
• Complete all leasing paperwork and processes per internal quality control processes.
• Inspect apartments and the community to ensure product quality.
• Conduct new resident move-in orientations.
• Contribute to community/company engagement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor.

Skills

Sales aptitude

Fast-paced environment

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Internet marketing

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Yardi

Job description

We are seeking an energetic, customer-focused Leasing Professional who thrives on building relationships, delivering exceptional service, and achieving results. The ideal candidate has leasing or sales experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to generating leads through networking, community outreach, and social media. Success in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment is essential. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Our Leasing Professionals are brand ambassadors for our communities, bringing people and apartment homes together. They are energetic and compassionate individuals with sales expertise and a passion for building relationships.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Encourage and build positive relationships with all team members, customers, and vendors
• Manage the leasing process from first point of contact to move-in
• Execute follow-up plan for future residents who do not rent on first visit
• Meet or exceed traffic, application, move-in, wait list, and conversion ratio goals
• Complete all leasing paperwork and processes per internal quality control processes
• Inspect apartments and the community to ensure product quality
• Conduct new resident move-in orientations
• Contribute to community/company engagement efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Sales aptitude with attention to detail
• Flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational capabilities
• Competence with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficiency utilizing the internet for marketing, advertising, and sales-related purposes
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors which cultivate a positive professional culture

What's required from you:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in leasing, sales, customer service, retail, or hospitality
• Experience with Yardi products a plus

Pay Rate:

$18.00 - $25.38

Summary of Benefits:

Your wages are only part of the employment equation. Benefits add significant dollars to your total compensation package and greatly improve your quality of life. Southern offers one of the best benefits packages in the industry.

Southern provides:

• A choice of Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you, your spouse and/or eligible children at a remarkably low cost
• Company paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurances
• Traditional and ROTH 401(k) with Company contribution
• Paid holidays, paid time off, pay for bereavement/funereal leave and jury duty
• Continuing Education

You can customize your package to include: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Long Term Care for an additional cost, at a reduced rate.

Benefit eligibility is dependent on Team Member Status. All benefits are subject to change or cancellation at any time.

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