Leasing Specialist

TF Cornerstone, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TF Cornerstone, Inc. seeks a detail-oriented Leasing Specialist to manage the full leasing cycle for a residential portfolio, acting as the link between on-site offices and the Main Office.

You will independently review applications, process leases, handle renewals, and respond to tenant inquiries with professionalism and accuracy in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a leasing specialist or equivalent role.
• Knowledge of Rent Stabilization guidelines.
• Proficiency in interpreting and evaluating credit reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MRI and Yardi software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current apartment availability data via leasing activity reports.
• Serve as the primary leasing contact for assigned properties.
• Review and approve applications, including sound exceptions when needed.
• Process new leases and oversee tenant vacate procedures.
• Oversee lease renewals to maximize rent and minimize turnover.
• Review OP invoices from brokerage firms.
• Prepare payroll for Leasing Agents.
• Respond to tenant inquiries about lease terms.
• Conduct monthly on-site inspections of properties.
• Exercise discretion to deviate from procedures when appropriate.
• Fulfill other duties as delegated by the Assistant Director of Lease Administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Highly organized

Verbal and written communication

Tools

MRI

Yardi Software

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Reports To

Assistant Director of Lease Administration

Job Description: Leasing Specialist

Reports To

Assistant Director of Lease Administration

Job Overview

The Leasing Specialist acts as the critical link between the on-site Leasing Office and the Main Office, managing the full leasing cycle for their assigned residential portfolio. This includes responsibilities from initial applications and lease renewals to final move-outs. The role requires independent decision-making, discretion, and careful judgment—particularly in approving applications that may fall outside established guidelines, as these decisions can carry significant financial consequences for the company.

This is a high-volume, high-pressure role without commission-based incentives. Success in this position demands a high degree of professionalism, accuracy, and responsiveness.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Maintain current and precise apartment availability data via leasing activity reports.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all leasing-related matters for assigned properties.
• Independently review and approve apartment applications, ensuring both compliance with company standards and the ability to make sound exceptions when needed.
• Process new lease agreements and oversee tenant vacate procedures.
• Oversee the lease renewal process with the dual goals of maximizing rent increases and minimizing turnover.
• Review and approve Owner Paid (OP) invoices submitted by brokerage firms.
• Prepare and submit payroll for assigned Leasing Agents.
• Respond to tenant inquiries regarding lease terms and concerns.
• Conduct monthly on-site inspections of managed properties.
• Exercise discretion to deviate from general procedures when appropriate.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as delegated by the Assistant Director of Lease Administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a leasing specialist or equivalent role.
• Working knowledge of Rent Stabilization guidelines.
• Proficient in interpreting and evaluating credit reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail.
• Experience with MRI and Yardi Software is preferred.