Leasing Consultant

Leasing Consultant

GMH Communities, headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, is a dynamic real estate company specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of exceptional living communities throughout the United States. Our student living sector provides our residents with leading-edge amenities, community spaces, and apartments to maximize their college experience.

The Leasing Consultant reports to the Leasing Manager and serves as the primary contact for residents and prospective residents looking to renew or engage in a new lease. The Leasing Consultant's primary responsibilities include all elements related to leasing, including but not limited to: communication to residents and prospective residents, handling walk in traffic, touring, generating lease documents, signing and closing leases, meeting or exceeding budgeted occupancy. This position will have a heavy emphasis on outside marketing – networking with local businesses and prospective residents, hosting and setting up events, guerilla marketing. In addition, the Leasing Consultant will assist the Leasing Manager in coordinating resident activities, leasing activities, assist with move-in, and maintain excellent resident relations through outstanding customer service. The Leasing Consultant is also responsible for complying with all state, federal and/or local laws relating to Fair Housing.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain positive resident relations through outstanding service
• Participate in the daily operations of the property
• Conduct phone, online, and in person sales with prospective residents and renewals
• Process leases, complete lease files & ensure all corresponding paperwork/data is accurate
• Assist with leasing events and activities – this position will have a heavy emphasis on outside marketing
• Participate in resident retention events and activities
• Shop competitor's properties
• Assist with online Social Media representation, presence, and marketing outreach
• Thorough knowledge of office applications and company policies

Characteristics and Qualifications:

• At least 6 months experience in the apartment, leasing, or hospitality industry preferred
• Yardi, RentCafe, Entrata, or similar software-- Preferred
• Outgoing, gregarious personality & an enthusiasm for marketing, leasing, and sales
• Active knowledge of online Social Media and social presence avenues
• Proficiency in converting phone calls to appointments and appointments to leases
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities as well as, excellent communication and people skills
• A passion to serve residents, parents, vendors, and colleagues

This position offers the following competitive benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for you and your dependents
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program with Employer Contribution
• Generous Paid Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Direct Deposit
• Collegial Work Environment
• Time off to Volunteer
• Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary benefits

GMH Associates, Inc. does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees. GMH Associates, Inc. is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.

This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

GMH Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer