Apartment Leasing Consultant, NRI - SS

Nationwide•Columbus, OH

45d

About The Position

Nationwide Realty Investors, the real estate development affiliate of Nationwide, owns and manages a portfolio of communities in the city's premier locations (Arena District/Grandview Yard). Our team of apartment managers and leasing agents are passionate about providing exceptional, high-touch customer service to residents and prospects, building rapport with residents, and increasing retention in the communities they serve. If you are ready to represent the quality and excellence of our neighborhoods and take pride in the buildings and surrounding mixed-use developments, we want to know more about you! As a Leasing Consultant, you'll work to establish relationships with prospective tenants by going above and beyond to answer questions with accurate information, filling out necessary paperwork and providing opportunities to view the property among other responsibilities. You'll work with current tenants, too, to maintain a positive relationship and encourage renewal by inquiring about repair needs and following up as needed, having a positive attitude and interest in creating a community environment.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Prior leasing or sales experience required.
Understands and aligns with fair housing laws along with state landlord tenant law.
Customer service, marketing, closing, strong communicator, ability to self direct.

Nice To Haves

Apartment Management Designation such as National Apartment Leasing Professional (NALP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Handles phone inquiries and meets company goals for appointment conversion
Greets and qualifies prospects by covering all criteria.
Inspects models and available units every day.
Communicates related service needs to maintenance supervisor.
Update availability report, process applications for approvals. (e.g., credit check, rental history, etc.) Submits processed applications to the Senior Property Manager for approval. Follows up with applicant regarding status.
Demonstrates product knowledge to prospects for all communities by communicating and selling the features and benefits; closes the sale.
Secures new resident's signature(s) on appropriate paperwork prior to move-in. Orients new residents to community.
Answers questions for residents about community, repairs, rent, rules, etc.
Prepares lease and complete appropriate paperwork and give to Financial Administration Manager for input.

Benefits

Position offers outstanding growth potential, generous leasing commission, paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, matching 401, pension plan, education reimbursement and more.
medical/dental/vision
life insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
company-paid pension plan
business casual attire