Sales & Leasing Agent

Yes Communities - Edmond, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Edmond, OK

Real Estate

About the position

The Sales & Leasing Agent at YES Communities plays a crucial role in the selling and leasing of homes within the community. This position involves working closely with a high-performing team to provide exceptional service to current and prospective renters and home buyers. The agent will engage in various sales projects, act as a liaison between team members and homeowners, and build community relationships while promoting the YES culture.

Responsibilities

• Advertise and generate leads through various platforms including phone calls, e-mail, social media, and physical delivery of flyers.
• Sell new, used, and foreclosed inventory at prices set by management.
• Lease rental inventory to qualified applicants.
• Conduct daily walk-throughs of ready inventory to ensure they are prepared for showings.
• Communicate professionally with lenders, prospects, and insurance agencies.
• Guide applicants through the application process to meet lender and community guidelines.
• Act as a liaison between the lender and the applicant during the sales process.
• Conduct sales closings including final walk-throughs and move-in checklists.
• Work with the community manager to complete rental closings and inspections.
• Review inventory for refurb needs and monitor homes for readiness.
• Manage uploads of photos and descriptions of community vacant homes in the inventory tracking system.
• Evaluate potential inventory purchases for management review.
• Organize resident events to promote YES culture and maintain relationships.
• Create and place effective advertising using various marketing materials.
• Keep all notes and information updated in the electronic sales tracking system.
• Promote sales and lease renewals using company-supplied reporting resources.
• Attend Gold Key Service visits to promote home ownership.
• Communicate with the Community Manager on home readiness statuses.
• Handle all communication in a courteous and professional manner.
• Track and follow up with all prospective leads and inquiries.
• Create and maintain a positive community environment.
• Assist management with screening applicants buying homes privately.
• Ensure a safe work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Complete all work in a timely manner without sacrificing quality.
• Maintain professional behavior and respect the work of others.
• Pass mystery shop and meet company expectations.
• Be available to work late nights and Saturdays as directed by management.
• Travel to other local communities as needed, especially during close week.
• Attend all company meetings, training, and conferences as requested.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office software products.
• Valid in-state driver's license is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Prior sales experience preferred.
• Must obtain state-specific sales licensing within 90 days of employment where applicable.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in sales is preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance