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• Generate, respond to, and record enquiries.
• Conduct viewings with prospective customers.
• Negotiate commercial terms for new leases.
• Analyse data from enquiries and viewings.
• Make written recommendations on leasing, marketing, and refurbishments.
• Execute marketing strategy within agreed timescales.
• Ensure marketing material is up to date at all times.
• Develop a wide network of office agency contacts.
• Secure renewals of existing customer leases.
• Provide excellent customer service during the lease process and execute customer service initiatives.
• Develop and execute marketing initiatives in line with the marketing strategy.
• Manage expenditure in line with budgets.
• Develop close working relationships with the management team and other stakeholders.
• Manage and develop customer relationships through a CRM platform.

Skills: Enquiry Management, Property Viewings, Lease Negotiation, Data Analysis, Marketing Execution, CRM Management, Budget Management, Stakeholder Collaboration

• Communicate effectively with all parties involved in the leasing process on behalf of the company.
• Develop and manage relationships with tenants, retailers, restaurants, and other retail users.
• Ensure project and department goals are met.
• Develop transition checklists and communicate deadlines with tenants and the department.
• Assist in preparing leasing strategies for new acquisitions.
• Manage the quality and timeliness of lease, renewal, and transaction information entered into all databases.
• Process lease extensions, renewals, amendments, and assignments.
• Perform tasks with minimal supervision.

Skills: Lease Communication, Tenant Relations, Project Coordination, Transition Planning, Leasing Strategy, Database Management, Lease Administration, Independent Working

• Manage commercial property leasing activities across all required functions.
• Analyze market trends to support leasing decisions.
• Evaluate market demand and emerging future trends.
• Assess asset conditions as part of leasing analysis.
• Maintain accurate leasing data within internal systems.
• Manage leasing platforms to ensure data integrity.
• Conduct market research to identify new leasing opportunities.
• Monitor competitive and environmental factors influencing leasing performance.
• Support strategic planning through data-driven leasing insights.

Skills: Commercial Leasing, Market Analysis, Trend Evaluation, Asset Assessment, Data Management, Leasing Platforms, Market Research, Strategic Planning

• Ensure vacant spaces and model spaces are ready for show and maintain work areas, common areas, and the office in a clean and orderly manner.
• Complete lease forms or agreements and collect rental deposits.
• Market the property effectively by answering questions, conducting tours, and promoting community amenities.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of lease terms, specifications, and all community policies.
• Keep informational materials updated and distribute them to local businesses, brokers, and others.
• Regularly shop competitive properties and remain knowledgeable of market conditions.
• Conduct outreach marketing on a consistent basis.
• Develop and maintain an ongoing resident or tenant retention program under the direction of the Property Manager.
• Handle customer requests and complaints courteously and efficiently.
• Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times.

Skills: Property Presentation, Lease Documentation, Property Marketing, Lease Knowledge, Marketing Materials, Competitive Analysis, Outreach Marketing, Tenant Retention, Customer Service

• Assist the Leasing team with individual deal analysis, proposals, RFP responses, negotiations, and partner approvals.
• Perform financial analysis on potential lease transactions and pro forma comparisons.
• Track and analyze market data and trends to justify lease economics for potential transactions.
• Coordinate and participate in asset tours with existing and potential tenants, conduct proactive broker outreach, and organize marketing functions and events.
• Draft and negotiate lease proposals and term sheets while collaborating with team members and outside legal counsel to finalize lease transactions.
• Actively participate in industry organizations such as conferences and trade groups, meet with existing and prospective tenants, and support departments on leasing-related matters.
• Work closely with the flexible office leasing team to grow the platform within specified locations, promote services to the brokerage community, lead tours with potential members, and generate new business.
• Assist the Office Leasing team with deal analysis, proposals, RFP responses, negotiations, and partner approvals.
• Facilitate monthly leasing activity reporting to investors and assist in preparing annual budgets.
• Coordinate closely with asset management teams to identify and manage leasing risks and opportunities.

Skills: Deal Analysis, Financial Modeling, Market Analysis, Lease Negotiation, Asset Tours, Broker Relations, Investor Reporting, Risk Management

• Interact directly with prospective and current residents to achieve rental and occupancy goals.
• Act as a company representative by conveying the benefits of the community.
• Manage the leasing process from introduction to actual occupancy and maintain communication throughout the resident's tenancy.
• Provide information about apartments and the community to prospective residents and schedule community visits.
• Lease apartments at an acceptable percentage of total prospects.
• Greet visitors and determine if the community meets client qualifications.
• Effectively explain all lease and community policies to new and current residents.
• Accurately and efficiently prepare and assist with all leasing paperwork, including applications, lease agreements, addenda, employment and credit checks, and move-in packets.
• Maintain and update flyer information.
• Support overall marketing efforts and offer input and suggestions regarding promotions and advertisements.
• Maintain accurate and in-depth knowledge of all community aspects such as rent and pricing, vacancies, apartment availability, lease expirations, and square footage.
• Understand and comply with state and local landlord-tenant and Fair Housing laws and standards.
• Complete all Yardi E-Learning classes.
• Attend and assist in coordinating and organizing resident relations and activities, including newsletters and parties.

Skills: Resident Relations, Leasing Process, Property Tours, Lease Compliance, Leasing Documentation, Marketing Support, Data Accuracy, Fair Housing

• Establish and maintain favorable relationships with potential residents.
• Qualify prospects through phone, email, and text communication and convert those conversations into property tours.
• Collect prospect data, document leasing activity, and forecast leasing pipeline in CRM.
• Keep accurate records of prospective residents, rental rates, and apartment availability.
• Present the property to prospects, partners, brokers, and other stakeholders.
• Manage the leasing workflow by guiding prospects through applications, verifying income, performing background checks, submitting files to the Leasing Manager for approval, and communicating approval status updates with applicants.
• Secure new resident signatures on appropriate paperwork and collect all supplemental documents required before the lease start date.
• Schedule move-ins with the On-Boarding and Retention Specialist and on-site maintenance teams.
• Immediately follow up with prospects who did not rent and attempt to close the sale again.
• Inspect model and available units regularly, ensure leased units are move-in ready, and deliver move-in gifts after inspection.
• Foster referral partnerships with local universities, brokerages, and employers.
• Participate in and present at frequent resident events.
• Conduct weekly market surveys and provide feedback to Marketing and Asset Management teams.
• Support on-site management, maintenance, and concierge teams regarding resident service issues.

Skills: Prospect Qualification, CRM Management, Property Presentations, Leasing Workflow, Document Processing, Move-In Coordination, Follow-Up Sales, Market Research

• Manage a high volume of prospective college-age renter inquiries and scheduled showings.
• Create and maintain quality online listings using the company website and other effective platforms.
• Maintain prompt correspondence between property owners, renters, and cosigners.
• Inform prospective tenants of leasing terms.
• Conduct tours of homes and explain leasing terms to prospective renters.
• Enter unsanitized properties for showings.
• Electronically create lease agreements and send to property owners and renters.
• Track security deposits submitted and pending, along with lease signatures.
• Strategically fill available rental properties.

Skills: Prospect Management, Property Showings, Online Listings, Stakeholder Communication, Lease Knowledge, Lease Documentation, Deposit Tracking, Rental Strategy

• Manage a high volume of prospective renter inquiries and reservations.
• Ensure prompt correspondence between property owners and renters.
• Maintain relationships with renters, vendors, and property owners.
• Input and maintain records of financial transactions.
• Control and resolve disputes between renters and property owners.
• Deliver detailed quotes including rental price, cleaning fee, state tax, and refundable damage deposit.
• Create lease agreements and deliver them to property owners and renters.
• Generate work orders for repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Fill vacancies strategically while maximizing client revenue.

Skills: Inquiry Management, Stakeholder Relations, Financial Records, Dispute Resolution, Pricing Quotes, Lease Creation, Work Orders, Revenue Optimization

• Experience in real estate (in a leasing-specific role), with analytical (e.g., real estate, finance, investments) work and/or research.
• Strong quantitative abilities.
• Cursory knowledge of financial modeling.
• Working knowledge of basic financial analysis, i.e., Net Present Value and other return metrics.
• Strong attention to detail, interpersonal communication skills, and public speaking ability.
• Adapt to changing and challenging situations, think and act strategically, and demonstrate strong problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to present information (verbal and written) in a clear, concise, and thoughtful manner.
• Must display initiative and good judgment in managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability and strong desire to collaborate and work as part of a team across multiple teams internally.
• High level of overall enthusiasm.

Qualifications: BS in Real Estate with 3 years of Experience

• Experience in real estate or closely associated fields of study.
• Leasing experience or, at the very least, a strong understanding of the profession.
• Personable, polite, and comfortable in interfacing with prospective tenants.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Extremely strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to draft complex lease documents based on negotiated terms.
• Basic understanding of legal language and associated lease documents.
• Proficiency in VTS, Apto, Yardi, Salesforce, or other CRM.
• Possess or be in the process of obtaining a brokerage license in the State of Utah.
• Strong willingness to learn and ability to learn quickly.

Qualifications: BA in Communication Studies with 2 years of Experience

• Experience in financial services, in leasing or asset-based financing.
• Must be proficient in leasing and asset finance products, including lease accounting and tax concepts, lease modeling, and residual risk analysis. 
• High degree of attention to detail and an ability to complete work accurately and promptly against strict deadlines. 
• Strong accounting skills with an ability to read and interpret financial statements and perform cash flow analysis proficiently. 
• Excellent research skills. 
• Outstanding financial modeling/valuation, analytical skills, including those related to asset valuations and coverage. 
• Knowledge and skill in legal documentation.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Able to quickly learn and adapt to new processes and systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications: BS in Finance with 5 years of Experience

• Customer service or sales experience.
• Must obtain a real estate license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey within 120 days of hire.
• Understanding of Fair Housing regulations and compliance.
• Working knowledge of lease terms, renewals, and termination procedures.
• Experience in lease preparation and document management.
• Proficient in CRM or property management system usage.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel).
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and complaint handling.
• Must be able to walk the apartments and grounds, including steps and climbing stairs.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications: BA in Business Administration with 1 year of Experience

• Previous sales experience in a startup environment.
• Experience in a customer-facing role and comfortable on the phone.
• Work experience in managing end-to-end leasing transactions from inquiry to move-in.
• Experience conducting virtual and in-person property tours.
• Experience coordinating lease documentation and compliance reviews.
• Familiarity with local rental market conditions and pricing.
• Self-motivated and adaptable - comfortable with a fast-paced and always changing startup environment.
• Ability to succeed in a competitive, results-oriented environment.
• Fluently bilingual (EN/FR).
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools.

Qualifications: BS in Economics with 3 years of Experience

• Proven leasing experience.
• Understanding of leasing workflows and approval processes.
• Knowledge of customer retention strategies in residential leasing.
• Experience in prospect follow-up and lead conversion tracking.
• Experience in handling move-in and move-out inspections.
• Basic understanding of budgeting and rent adjustment practices.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, able to balance competing demands, as well as being self-motivated and flexible.
• Strong technical, legal, research, and drafting skills.
• Excellent organization skills and rigorous attention to detail.
• Ability to work with lawyers, clerks, and staff at all levels, excellent interpersonal skills, and be a collaborative team player.
• Demonstrated strengths in client service, client relationships, and client development.

Qualifications: BA in Political Science with 4 years of Experience

• Interest in retail real estate.
• Experience in a professional environment assisting the needs of production-based teams and/or senior leadership.
• Able to take initiative, be flexible, adapt, and perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, tact, and diplomacy.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• High level of organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize competing priorities.
• Ability to work outside of customary business hours to meet deadlines and attend industry events.
• Consistent access to reliable transportation.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for quality.
• Strong analytical and research skills to be resourceful and find solutions.
• Proficiency in all key Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Interest in obtaining a Texas Real Estate License.

Qualifications: BS in Management with 2 years of Experience

• Experience succeeding in a fast-paced, KPI driven sales environment.
• Professional experience in sales, account management, renewals, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in nurturing, negotiating, renewing, and closing sales.
• Excellent experience in customer service and relationship building.
• Experience in selling office space (broker experience).
• Experience using CRM platforms - Salesforce experience.
• Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills.
• Skill in strategic relationship development.
• Well-developed problem-solving abilities in high-pressure situations.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities.

Qualifications: BA in Marketing with 6 years of Experience

• Experience in commercial real estate or commercial leasing.
• Ability to be proactive and demonstrate initiative in projects and tasks.
• High degree of integrity.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Success in multitasking while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• A desire to perform projects and actions with the highest quality results.
• Demonstrated self-starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize, work under pressure, and adhere to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both in written format and oral presentation.
• Maintaining personal skills and establishing relationships to advance professional networks and facilitate communication both within and outside the company.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Proficiency in Salesforce.

Qualifications: BS in Accounting with 3 years of Experience