Leasing Manager

Location

The Gardens Columbus - 3701 Governors Club Blvd

Business

We know that a “one-size-fits-all” approach doesn’t work when it comes to residential living. That’s why, at Brookfield Properties, our portfolio features a wide range of options for any stage of life. And though our properties may be diverse, one thing is universal: all offer the unparalleled quality, service, and support our residents deserve.

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Position Summary

Leads the day-to-day activities of the leasing staff and performs functions related to the leasing of the apartment community.  As a leader, they will motivate, develop and support the leasing team.  This position is normally associated with a highly complex apartment community with multiple units and/or buildings.  Responsible for functions related to maintaining a high and stable occupancy of the property.

Essential Job Functions

1. Meets with prospective residents, identifies their housing needs, interviews them to determine eligibility based on established criteria, shows vacant and model suites and property amenities based on established techniques specified by the company.  Quotes established rental rates and promotions.  Makes follow-up calls, sends follow-up literature and pursues rental status.  Collects funds related to applications, security deposits and rentals. Completes applicant screening process and prepares appropriate correspondence based upon the result. Maintains social media activities on different platforms and strives to increase engagement through postings and responses to reviews and ratings. (10%)

2. Prepares leases and related leasing addendums.  Maintains lease records and files.  Maintains property waiting list and other updates to various records and reports in accordance with policy and procedures, applicable affordable housing programs and HUD/Agency regulations.  (10%)

3. Ensures accuracy of leasing data entered into the property software by all leasing employees.  Reviews move-in files to ensure completion of assembly and accuracy.  Processes and inspects weekly occupancy reports and ensures that all traffic data is entered.  Reviews and critiques weekly call source recordings.  Works with Leasing Consultants to increase effectiveness of techniques as needed.  Prepares an analysis of call source for property management. Reviews all leasing employee files prior to move-ins and after. (15%)

4. Ensures that the leasing office, models and target apartments are in a presentable condition.  Ensures that all leasing personnel meets with prospective residents, identifies their housing needs, interviews them to determine eligibility based on established criteria, shows vacant and model apartments and property amenities based on established techniques specified by the company.  Quotes established rental rates and promotions.  Makes follow-up calls, sends follow-up literature and pursues rental status.  Collects funds related to applications, security deposits and rentals. Monitors and makes pricing recommendations on a weekly basis.  Visits competitor properties to better understand their product, marketing and sales techniques.   (15%)

5. Ensures apartments are ready for occupancy by inspecting, placing move-in products and last minute touches when necessary.  Distributes keys, move-in package, safety video and other appropriate paperwork at time of lease signing.  (10%)

6. Trains new leasing employees and ensures all policy and procedures are followed with. Trains and coaches new employees on the property and day to day functions of office.  (15%)

7. Monitors closing ratios of the leasing team. Monitors the occupancy of the property and strategizes and leads the leasing team towards meeting budgeted goals. (15%)

8. Assists with resident retention. Provides on going customer service to residents after moving in. Process work order requests, package collection, assists with day to day operations of the property and resident satisfaction. (10%)

Please note: this position may be required to work weekends - Saturday and Sunday.

Education

This position requires a(n) Associate Degree in Property Management.

Additional degree(s) that are preferred for this position include:

Undergraduate (Bachelor) Degree in General studies

Work Experience

Below is the required/preferred work experience for this position:

1-2 Years: Supervisory experience - Required

3-4 Years: Sales or leasing experience - Required

Note: 1-2 Years of experience can offset minimum educational requirements for this position

Great Incentives!

• Brookfield Properties cares about the well-being and work-life balance of our valued associates! To show how much we care, we offer awesome incentives that include: 

• Full benefits package 

• Generous paid time off 

• 401(k) with company match 

• Growth and advancement opportunities 

• Lucrative referral bonus program 

• Incredible associate rental discount if you choose to live on-site! Who wouldn’t want to live at one of our beautiful properties (especially at a discounted rate)?! 

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Religion/Sex/Protected Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Marital Status/Pregnancy/Age/National Origin/Genetic Information. Drug free workplace 

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We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

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