Leasing Consultant

Join BNE Real Estate Group as a Full-Time Leasing Consultant in booming Jersey City, NJ at The Encalve Collection. This is a thrilling opportunity to work onsite at our largest luxury portfolio, where you'll engage directly with prospects, residents to elevate their living experience.

If you have at least one year of leasing experience, a valid real estate license and a passion for providing exceptional customer service, this role will allow you to showcase your exceptional sales skills in a collaborative environment. Our culture of growth and high performance means each day will bring new challenges and opportunities for professional development. Embark on an exciting career path where your negotiation skills and commitment to integrity will truly shine!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Full-Time Leasing Consultant at BNE Real Estate Group, your primary responsibility will be to uphold the community's occupancy goals while enhancing retention rates. You will play a pivotal role in fostering successful relationships within the community, ensuring both residents and prospective clients feel valued and engaged. By leveraging your expertise and customer-centric approach, you will create a welcoming environment that encourages tenants to renew their leases while attracting new residents seeking luxurious living spaces. Your commitment to excellence and detail-oriented mindset will help you effectively respond to the needs of residents, ultimately contributing to the overall success and vibrancy of the community. Join us in shaping an exceptional living experience that prioritizes connection and satisfaction!

SCHEDULE

Must be available to work a Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm schedule; subject to change upon business needs

What you need to be successful

To thrive as a Leasing Consultant at BNE Real Estate Group, you will need a blend of essential skills and qualifications. A high school diploma is required, with a college degree being preferred. At least one year of experience in property management is crucial, along with a valid NJ real estate salesperson license. Strong interpersonal skills are vital for building lasting relationships with residents and prospective clients alike.

Proficiency in computer programs, particularly Microsoft Office and Yardi, is necessary to manage daily tasks efficiently. You should be well-organized with excellent time management abilities, enabling you to work independently with minimal supervision. A comprehensive understanding of the rules, regulations, and laws governing property management is critical to ensure compliance. Your strong customer service orientation will set the tone for a welcoming community atmosphere, allowing you to excel in this dynamic role!

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• College degree preferred
• 1+ years' experience in property management
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient in computer programs including Microsoft Office and Yardi
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Well organized with excellent time management skills
• Knowledge of all rules regulations and laws regarding property management
• Valid NJ real estate salesperson license
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Work over-time hours as required to complete assignments/projects
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Strong customer service orientation

Essential Job Functions:

Marketing

• Meet leasing goals that reach or exceed budgeted occupancy for the community
• Reduce vacancy loss by encouraging immediate move-ins and utilizing other strategies
• Maintain current knowledge of market and competitor
• Maintain a professional, friendly, and inviting atmosphere in the leasing center
• Walk the property daily to inspect the leasing path and ensure curb appeal and presentation quality. Alert upper management to issues as needed. This includes all signage, lobby, leasing center, amenity areas, model homes, common corridors and made-ready homes.
• Keep accurate records of customer traffic and leases daily using property management software system (Yardi)
• Prepare, present, and distribute daily and weekly leasing reports to upper management team using report templates as provided by upper management

Leasing

• Meet and qualify all prospective residents and obtain necessary guest card information
• Conduct property and apartment tours with prospective residents
• Ensure Fair Housing and company policy compliance throughout all leasing presentations
• Answer phone promptly and courteously and maintain the phone traffic recording for prospect phone calls and visits
• Follow-up with prospective residents daily. Maintain acceptable call to visit and visit to application "closing ratio"
• Complete lease paperwork in accordance with company policies
• Verify lease applications through use of credit check service and online application portal
• Maintain compliance of lease application criteria
• Prepare accurate lease packages in a timely manner
• Assist residents with lease signing, move-in orientation, and apartment inspections as needed
• Prepare and distribute lease renewals

Administration

• Inspect made-ready apartments to ensure quality a minimum of 3 days prior to scheduled resident move-in
• Prepare resident/prospect correspondence as needed
• Maintain a complete resident files for every resident
• Maintain general office files
• Prepare and distribute accurate daily and weekly reports to upper management team
• Attend scheduled owners' meetings, staff meetings and resident meetings as required
• Complete other duties as assigned by upper management

Resident Relations

• Receive and report service calls promptly
• Review outside and intra-company correspondence
• Assist in responding to prospective resident complaints as directed by the Property Manager and/or Maintenance Manager
• Assist in the planning and execution of resident functions as required

Safety

• Learn and ensure compliance with all company, local, state and federal safety rules
• Ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner
• Direct staff to follow a "safety first" principle

Join us!

If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! We're excited to meet you!