Leasing Specialist

$17 - $21/Yr

Waterton Residential - Kirkland, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Kirkland, WA

Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles

About the position

As a Leasing Specialist, you will sell and renew residential apartment leases, tour the community, follow up with prospective residents, and prepare lease packages. Above all, you will have a strong drive to close the sale, exceed resident expectations by providing exceptional customer service, and build and/or maintain a true sense of community. This position will work across two communities: 128 on State in Kirkland and at 2000 Lake Washington in Renton.

Responsibilities

• Generate interest in the community by effectively answering questions, conducting tours, following up with prospective residents, and executing sales closing techniques successfully.
• Provide exceptional customer service to current and prospective residents. Engage current residents through ongoing programs and events designed to increase satisfaction and minimize turnover.
• Ensure leasing office, models, vacant units and common areas meet readiness standards.
• Process all rental applications for approval and prepare lease packages, while ensuring resident and customer information is properly documented and protected.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of local market and conditions, and assist in developing marketing plans that incorporate advertising, internet, outreach marketing and referrals to increase visibility of the community.

Requirements

• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced work environment
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of one-year of sales or customer service experience is a plus!

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation, leasing bonuses, and incentive program participation
• Full suite of benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and even pet insurance
• 401K + match
• Generous paid time off, volunteer time off, and paid holidays
• Industry leading 12 weeks paid parental leave
• A commitment to life-long learning through learning plans that include internal and external trainings, as well as consideration for tuition reimbursement
• Commitment to job and career advancement