Leasing Consultant

Summary

Interacts directly with prospective and current residents to achieve maximum occupancy. Act as the Nexus representative by conveying the benefits of the community. Responsible for the leasing process from property introduction to resident occupancy and maintains communication throughout the tenancy of the resident.

• Provides information about the apartments, amenities, and community to the prospective residents and schedules visits to the community. Responsible for leasing apartments at an acceptable determined percent of total prospects.
• Stands up from behind desk and greets all visitors.
• Interview prospective residents to determine their needs and qualifications to lease.
• Complete a guest card on all prospective residents and enters the property management software.
• Effectively explains all lease and community policies to new and current residents.
• Accurately and efficiently prepares and assists with all leasing paperwork (i.e. applications, lease agreements, employment, credit screening, landlord verifications and lease move-in packets).
• Collects security deposits, rent and all other funds associated with resident applications and move-ins.
• Enters service requests from residents into the property management software, closes work orders as requested by the manager.
• Supports the overall marketing effort and offers input and suggestions on property promotions, pricing, advertisements, etc.
• Understands and complies with all Fair Housing Laws and company standards.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic math skills necessary.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills necessary.
• Computer literacy is essential and a must; individual must be able to enter data into property management software and take residents through the move‑in process.
• Generate move in paperwork and renewals.
• Excel and Word experience.
• Using all online marketing tools to – track traffic, respond to emails, update advertisements, communicating with current residents.