Leasing Agent - Three month contract

We are seeking an experienced Leasing Agent to join our team at a brand-new property in Kelowna, BC. This 6-storey building features 195 residential suites and offers numerous amenities. The Leasing Agent will report to the District Manager and will be responsible for conducting tours, qualifying prospective residents, completing lease agreements, collecting rental deposits, and providing exceptional customer service to all potential residents.

What we offer to employees

• Competitive salary
• Lease-up bonus program
• Extensive and ongoing training programs and a work-smart environment
• Gym membership discount
• Opportunity for career development
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Annual holiday parties & summer BBQ’s

The Opportunity

Realstar is a leading residential property management company with over 160 properties across Canada. Our properties are clean, quiet and attract quality residents who will attest to our unique standards of service. Assistant Property Managers play an important role in the successful operation of a residential rental building under our management.

Responsibilities

Leasing

• Coordinate viewings with all prospective resident callers or walk-ins
• Qualify prospective residents to determine their needs and suitability as candidates
• Tour prospective residents through suites for lease
• Answer phone calls and give out leasing information as dictated by policy/procedure
• Shop competition through phone calls and site market surveys
• Assist with the composition of newspaper advertisements
• Compile and update listings of available rental units

Renting & Administration

• Prepare, process rental applications
• Contact credit bureau, previous landlords, and check employment history to assess credit worthiness of prospects
• Follow up with new residents to ensure satisfaction with their suite and determine if they have further needs
• Follow up with existing residents to ensure work orders have been completed correctly and in a timely manner
• Utilize computerized property management system to record transactions and run various operating reports

Marketing & Business Development

• Maintain an overall focus on enhancing the customer experience
• Hold open houses
• Create and prepare any newsletters, flyers and written summaries of available suites
• Communicate with prospective residents requiring information
• Help coordinate resident events (socials etc.)
• Assist Regional Coordinator of Marketing & Development where required

Qualifications:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience with leasing apartments or selling condominiums sales
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Maintain a professional and presentable appearance at all times
• Strong command of MS Office products:  Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Self starter with high degree of initiative, creativity and flexibility

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To apply for this position please send resumes to pmcareers@realstar.ca