What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leasing Professional position at SEALY MANAGEMENT COMPANY, INC?
Leasing Professional
Be Part of the Founding Team at The Laurel at Calera
Calera, Alabama
About Sealy Management Company
For over 70 years, Sealy Management Company has been committed to providing exceptional apartment homes while delivering outstanding customer service and creating communities our residents are proud to call home.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, customer-focused Leasing Professional to join the founding team at The Laurel at Calera. If you enjoy meeting new people, building relationships, and helping prospective residents find their new home, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning.
Unique Opportunity
This position begins prior to the community's Fall 2026 Grand Opening, allowing you to help launch one of Calera's newest luxury apartment communities.
As a founding team member, you will:
- Welcome the very first prospects and residents to the community.
- Help build occupancy from the ground up.
- Develop relationships with local employers, businesses, and community partners.
- Participate in marketing events, grand opening activities, and outreach efforts.
- Help establish the customer service experience that will define the community for years to come.
Position Summary
The Leasing Professional serves as the first impression of the community. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, generating leases, assisting residents, and supporting the Community Manager in achieving occupancy and retention goals.
Essential Responsibilities
- Greet prospective residents with professionalism and enthusiasm.
- Conduct engaging property tours that showcase the community's features and lifestyle.
- Follow up with prospects to convert leads into leases.
- Process rental applications and lease documents accurately.
- Assist with resident move-ins, renewals, and resident events.
- Respond promptly to phone calls, emails, and online inquiries.
- Maintain knowledge of pricing, availability, and market conditions.
- Support community marketing efforts and outreach initiatives.
- Maintain a clean, welcoming leasing office and model apartment.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to current and future residents.
Qualifications
- Previous apartment leasing or customer service experience preferred.
- Strong sales and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Professional appearance and positive attitude.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Yardi is a plus.
- Weekend availability as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay plus leasing commissions
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Ongoing training and career development
- Employee apartment discount (where applicable)
Why Sealy Management?
At Sealy Management, we believe every interaction matters. Our Leasing Professionals create memorable first impressions and play an essential role in building thriving communities. If you're passionate about helping people and excited to be part of a brand-new luxury community, we'd love to meet you.