Leasing Specialist

Full-Time, Base + Commission.

The Villages on Maple located in Lisle, Illinois is managed by B & A Property Group, based here in the Greater Chicago Land area; is looking for an individual who is interested in advancing their career in property management. This individual must have excellent organizational and people skills as well as a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel to join our leasing team.

SUMMARY:
Leasing Consultants are tasked with effectively marketing the property and maintaining high occupancy of qualified residents. They are the first impression of the property and must present a high level of professionalism.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Must have proven customer service and/or sales experience (leasing preferred but not required).
• Must be very organized, professional, friendly, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Knowledge of basic math, and general office technology skills preferred.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced working environment.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to work weekends.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provide excellent service to residents, prospects, vendors, visitors, and other customers.
• Conduct building tours for prospective residents and input traffic into software daily.
• Lease apartments in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by management.
• Accurately enter new lease information into computer system.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage new and existing lease files.
• Assist in move-in / move-out process.
• Receive and enter resident service requests.
• Assist with resident programs and retention strategies.
• Assist property manager and co-workers in the management and operations of the property.
• Maintain confidentiality in all job responsibilities as it pertains to staff and tenants.
• Follow policies and procedures while complying with Fair Housing, state and federal laws.

WE OFFER a competitive hourly wage plus GENEROUS commissions and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Additionally you will receive PTO, paid holidays, employee assistance programs as well as 401K with employer matching.