Leasing Specialist: Engage Prospects, Close Deals

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Leasing Specialist to greet prospective residents, highlight community features, and match needs with available apartments. The role emphasizes strong communication, friendly professionalism, and ability to market promotions and track weekly prospect activity.

You will maintain pricing and vacancy information, conduct property tours, and collaborate with the Community Director to achieve a 33% closing ratio.

Qualifications

• 2+ years leasing agent experience preferred.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication across digital and in-person platforms.
• Proven sales success.
• Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software.
• Experience with Resman preferred.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Greet prospective residents, effectively communicate the property’s features, and address inquiries in a professional manner.
• Maintain a courteous, approachable, and professional demeanor with prospective and current residents, as well as colleagues.
• Assess prospects’ living preferences and budget to match them with suitable apartment options.
• Promote available leasing incentives and discounted offers to prospective residents.
• Prepare and submit weekly prospect reports to the Community Director.
• Achieve and maintain a minimum closing ratio of 33%.
• Update online advertising platforms daily to ensure accurate representation of current pricing and apartment availability.
• Record and maintain a daily engagement score of 90-100% in Knock.
• Stay informed on local market trends and conditions to ensure competitive positioning.
• Ensure that recently vacated units are thoroughly cleaned and prepared for prospective resident viewings.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Resman

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Leasing Specialist to greet prospective residents, highlight community features, and match needs with available apartments. The role emphasizes strong communication, friendly professionalism, and ability to market promotions and track weekly prospect activity.

You will maintain pricing and vacancy information, conduct property tours, and collaborate with the Community Director to achieve a 33% closing ratio.