Leasing Representative - Aura and 8 Court Square, Long Island City, NY

Rose Associates Inc.•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Rose Associates is a recognized market leader in multifamily and mixed-use real estate, based in New York City. Established in 1925, the company possesses a century of real estate expertise and an impeccable reputation for excellence and integrity. It is currently a woman-owned business led by CEO Amy Rose, committed to a corporate culture of belonging and inclusion. Rose Associates owns, develops, and operates leading properties in urban markets from Philadelphia to Boston, covering all residential asset classes including market, regulated, workforce, and affordable housing. Its dynamic services platform includes development, construction, property and asset management, leasing, marketing, and accounting/financial operations. The company partners with private owners and institutional investors globally, operating over 30,000 units across approximately 250 properties. For the past three years, Rose has been the top-rated manager for resident satisfaction in the United States on the Kingsley Surveys platform (peer group of firms with 10-30,000 units being surveyed). As the company expands across the Northeast, it aims to provide career growth opportunities in an environment of respect and support. The company is seeking a dynamic and customer-focused individual to join its team as a Leasing Representative for its multifamily properties. This role serves as the first point of contact for potential residents, with responsibilities including showcasing available units, facilitating the leasing process, and ensuring a positive experience for prospective residents.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 1 year of leasing or sales experience, preferably in multifamily residential properties.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in navigating computers and property management software, to include Microsoft Office, iLuvLeasing, On-Site, and Yardi.
Knowledge of fair housing regulations and leasing practices.
Valid NYS real estate license or ability to obtain one within the first 120 days of employment. All active license holders must register their license with Rose Associates upon hire.
Work authorization (required).
Must be able to work weekends (Saturdays and Sundays).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the leasing process, including conducting property tours, showcasing available units, effectively communicating the community's value, greeting clients, assessing needs, answering questions, and promptly responding to inquiries in-person, by phone, and via email, providing leasing information, scheduling appointments.
Support potential residents through the application process, ensuring the gathering of necessary documents, conducting comprehensive background and credit checks according to company policies, and communicating application status and leasing decisions.
Build positive relationships with prospective and current residents, along with the property management team, fostering a welcoming and professional atmosphere in the leasing office and ensuring efficient operations.
Efficiently handle maintenance requests in collaboration with the on-site maintenance team, ensuring resident satisfaction, and communicate effectively with current residents regarding repairs, lease renewals, and any inquiries or concerns.
Assist with completing weekly and monthly sales reports, including traffic analyses as assigned by the Leasing Manager or Community Manager.
Receive deposits and rent money, recording transactions appropriately.
Stay informed about local market trends and competitor offerings, providing feedback to management regarding challenges, ultimately contributing to the development and implementation of effective leasing and marketing strategies.
Prepare and execute lease agreements in compliance with company policies, ensuring accurate and organized record-keeping of leasing documentation.
Must be present on-site, with the ability to move throughout the building, ensuring effective communication with tenants, staff, vendors, and visitors.
Ability to ascend and descend stairs and be comfortable with exposure to varying environmental climates and circumstances.
Position may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.