Leasing Consultant

Description Now Hiring: Leasing Consultant Central Ohio | Full-Time Love people? Love sales? Love showing off beautiful spaces and helping others find their perfect home? Ardent Communities is growing across Central Ohio, and we’re looking for outgoing, motivated Leasing Consultants to join our team! This isn’t just another job—it’s a career opportunity with a company that values culture, creativity, and growth. No property management experience? No problem. If you bring the personality, drive, and hustle, we’ll teach you the rest. Who We Are Ardent Communities is a premier multi-family property management company headquartered in Westerville, Ohio . Our roots go back to 1969, and we have proudly provided thousands of residents with quality homes and exceptional living experiences throughout the Columbus market. We’re known for: - Beautiful, well-maintained communities - Great Onsite teams - A customer-service-first mindset - Always evolving, always improving Now we’re expanding—and we want you to grow with us. About the Role As a Leasing Consultant, you’re the face of the community and the first impression for our future residents. You’ll create memorable experiences, build genuine connections, and turn tours into signed leases. Think: part sales pro, part community ambassador, part vibe curator What You’ll Be Doing Welcoming and building rapport with prospective and current residents Managing phone, email, and in-person leads like a pro Giving daily in-person and virtual tours Creating urgency and excitement to close the lease Keeping all leasing areas “show‑ready” (office, clubhouse, amenities, models) Following up via calls, texts, and emails Creating and updating online ads to drive traffic Working in AppFolio to manage leads, leases, and maintenance tickets Using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Being creative, having fun, and supporting your team What We’re Looking For Positive attitude and professional appearance Sales‑minded and customer‑focused Strong communication skills Comfortable multitasking in a fast‑paced environment Team player with a creative edge Sales or customer service experience is a plus—but not required Perks & Pay Competitive hourly pay (based on experience) Commission on new leases and renewals Paid vacation & personal time 401(k) Health, dental & vision insurance Referral program Schedule & Details Full‑Time | 8‑hour shifts Mon–Fri: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sun: 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM Two days off during the week Business professional attire On‑site role (not remote) Multiple locations across Central Ohio Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Driver’s license & reliable transportation Sales experience (1 years preferred) Customer service experience (1 years preferred) Ready to turn conversations into keys and tours into leases? #ZR Requirements Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends (Required) Supplemental Pay: Commission pay Bonus Education: High school or equivalent Experience: Sales: 2 years (Preferred) Customer service: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification: Director's License Work Location: Multiple locations Work Remotely: No #J-18808-Ljbffr