Leasing consultant

ZRS Management•Plantation, FL

About The Position

The Leasing Consultant attracts and screens prospective tenants, provides information about available properties, negotiates lease terms, and supports a smooth leasing process. The role is responsible for leasing properties, helping maintain high occupancy, and building positive relationships with current residents. Duties include marketing properties, conducting tours, screening applicants, negotiating lease agreements, and providing customer service. The Leasing Consultant works closely with the Property Manager and other team members to achieve leasing goals and maintain property standards. The role also involves keeping informed about local rental trends, competitors, and industry regulations; participating in marketing and outreach activities; managing leasing paperwork and move-in support; responding to inquiries and resident concerns; preparing reports; explaining lease and community policies; and organizing resident functions as directed. The position requires working at least one to two weekends per month and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. This is a full-time, career-track position. The employer describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, and states its commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong negotiating and sales abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and other Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge of the internet, email, and social media as they pertain to community marketing.
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks.
Ability to cope with stress in a composed manner.
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of sales or leasing experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of property management software such as Onesite, Yardi, RealPage, Knock, RentCafe, or Resman.
Knowledge of business practices and principles.

Responsibilities

Stay informed about local rental market trends, competitor activities, and industry regulations.
Participate in property marketing events, outreach programs, and promotional activities to maximize property visibility.
Manage the leasing process, including leasing apartments to qualified prospects, preparing lease paperwork, and assisting future residents with move-in.
Respond to in-person, phone, and email inquiries; provide leasing information and make appointments.
Assist with completing weekly, monthly, and special reports.
Determine resident needs and respond promptly to resident needs and concerns.
Explain lease and community policies accurately to new and current residents.
Plan, organize, and conduct resident functions as needed and as directed by the Property Manager.
Uphold ethical standards, fair housing regulations, and company policies in leasing activities.
Work at least one to two weekends per month.