Leasing Specialist - Washington DC

Website: AriaLiving.com About Aria Residential Aria is an award‑winning real estate company that has been in the forefront of reimagining city center living and is currently developing more than 4,000 apartments in great neighborhoods across Washington DC, New York, Miami, Kansas City, Charlotte, and Nashville. We have a unique philosophy and approach to the multifamily business, rooted in values and a willingness to “think different”. Aria has excelled in the real estate disciplines of investing, development and management, and the results are a distinguished track record and a great reputation in the business. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and customer service. As we expand our portfolio, we are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Leasing Specialist to join our team. Join us in shaping the future of premier community living where every resident thrives. We are growing and seeking to hire a Leasing Specialist, who is enthusiastic about providing top‑notch service, detail‑oriented, and has a creative passion for leasing. If you enjoy finding people their homes, then look no further! Responsibilities Optimize the luxury leasing experience in both prospect experience and time management to optimize tours. Use a keen eye to ensure the property presents well. Manage the lead to lease process. Timely and detailed follow‑up throughout the leasing process and in a manner beneficial to the prospective resident. Conduct market research to identify target demographics and trends. Develop and implement leasing strategies to attract potential residents. Skilled at various approaches in closing to achieve high closing ratios. Host open houses, property tours, and community events to promote the property. Assist prospective residents with the application process and provide information about lease terms and amenities. Maintain accurate records of all leasing activity, including applications, leases, and tenant interactions. Collaborate with the marketing team to create effective promotional materials and campaigns. Provide excellent customer service to residents and address their inquiries and concerns. Ideal Candidate Previous experience in leasing or property management preferred. Strong sales and/or management experience in multi‑family housing, hospitality, or retail industries is preferred. The ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Creative sales and marketing techniques. A passion for helping people find their next home. Excellent customer service skills with a can‑do attitude. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills. Proficiency in Yardi Voyager, RentCafe, and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Experience with Livly is a plus. Knowledge of Fair Housing and Equal Employment. The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as needed. What We Offer We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, matching 401K, AD&D, life and other programs available to our associates. We support professional growth and development within a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Join us in shaping the future of residential living where creativity thrives, and every resident feels at home. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Aria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aria Residential