What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leasing Professional position at Southern Management Companies, LLC.?
We are seeking a high-energy, results-driven Leasing Professional to maximize occupancy and enhance the resident experience. In this dynamic role, you will drive prospect traffic, convert leads into leases, build community partnerships through creative outreach, and deliver exceptional customer service to residents and future residents alike.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Our Leasing Professionals are brand ambassadors for our communities, bringing people and apartment homes together. They are energetic and compassionate individuals with sales expertise and a passion for building relationships.
Our Leasing Professionals are brand ambassadors for our communities, bringing people and apartment homes together. They are energetic and compassionate individuals with sales expertise and a passion for building relationships.
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:
- Encourage and build positive relationships with all team members, customers, and vendors
- Manage the leasing process from first point of contact to move-in
- Execute follow-up plan for future residents who do not rent on first visit
- Meet or exceed traffic, application, move-in, wait list, and conversion ratio goals
- Complete all leasing paperwork and processes per internal quality control processes
- Inspect apartments and the community to ensure product quality
- Conduct new resident move-in orientations
- Conduct outreach marketing
- Contribute to community/company engagement efforts
- Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor
JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Sales aptitude with attention to detail
- Flexibility in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational capabilities
- Competence with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Proficiency utilizing the internet for marketing, advertising, and sales-related purposes
- Ability to demonstrate behaviors which cultivate a positive professional culture
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in leasing, sales, customer service, retail, or hospitality
- Experience with Yardi products a plus