Leasing Consultant

Job Description Job Description A leasing consultant’s primary role is to attract and screen potential tenants, provide information about available properties, negotiate lease terms, and ensure a smooth leasing process. Responsibilities As a leasing consultant you will be responsible for leasing properties to prospective tenants, ensuring high occupancy rates, and maintaining positive relationships with current residents. Your role involves marketing and promoting available properties, conducting property tours, screening applicants, negotiating lease agreements, and providing excellent customer service. You will work closely with the property manager and other team members to achieve leasing goals and maintain property standards. 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 all aspects of the leasing process, including leasing apartments to qualified prospects, preparing lease paperwork, and assisting future residents to ensure a smooth 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 any resident needs or concerns Effectively and accurately explain all lease and community policies 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 all leasing activities Work at least one to two weekends in a month Qualifications Valid driver’s license 1+ year of sales or leasing experience strongly preferred High school diploma or equivalent required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Demonstrate strong negotiating and sales abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking skills Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Office products Knowledge of Internet, email, and social media as it pertains to marketing of community Knowledge of property management software such as Onesite, Yardi, RealPage, Knock, RentCafe, Resman, etc. Knowledge of business practices and principles 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 as well as collaboratively in a team environment Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Benefits We offer full‑time, career‑track positions with competitive pay, health, dental, vision, and life insurance; housing discounts, vacation, paid holidays, an exceptional 401(k) plan with employer match, and much more. Equal Opportunity Employer ZRS Management is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Drug‑Free Workplace ZRS Management is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr ZRS Management