Apartment Leasing Consultant

Job description

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Assist residents and prospective residents and provide excellent customer service

Follow up on all prospects in a timely manner

Have prospect complete application and secure deposit in accordance with the company procedures and Fair Housing requirements

Show and lease all apartments and mini-models

Inspect vacant apartments

Prepare and review lease packages and conduct lease signing and move in procedures

Maintain current resident files.

Have a complete knowledge of the computer system and all other duties that may be assigned to them.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

RESPONSIBILITIES

All tasks including leasing, as assigned by the property manager, including, but not

limited to rent collection, customer service, move in procedures and inspecting units

Leasing and marketing the community

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience in customer service or hospitality

• Outstanding people/customer service skills
• Superior communication skills (listening, speaking, writing)
• Computer proficiency

• Must be able to pass a drug test & background screen
• A competitive spirit: we're the best of the best and want a superior team!

Company Description

From origins of 12 apartment units and one employee in 1977, Southwood Realty has emerged as one of the premier property management companies in the Southeast. The company has grown to encompass many multi family apartment communities served by over 600 employees. The Southwood portfolio includes a variety of apartment community styles that have several amenities. With locations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia, Southwood Realty continues to grow by constructing new apartment communities and through the acquisition of existing properties. A privately owned corporation, Southwood Realty is headquartered in Gastonia, North Carolina.