Description

Are you interested in a career where customers, colleagues, and community service are the cornerstones of your work? Would you like to work with a company that celebrates victories both big and small and welcomes ideas from all levels of our team? If so, join us here at Avanti Residential! Our moto is Sempre Avanti, meaning “Always Forward”/ “Always Welcome.” We are “people people” through our mission and core values. We enhance our communities with our work, see all members of our team as leaders, and live La Bella Vita (The Beautiful Life). With endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, the sky’s the limit when advancing your career and being the best you can be. There is a place for you at Avanti Residential. Join us today!

The Leasing Manager is responsible for overseeing activities related to apartment rentals, move-ins, move-outs, and lease renewals. This role handles marketing and interacting directly with prospective and current residents to achieve maximum occupancy and ensure resident retention and client satisfaction. The Leasing Manager provides a positive working environment, quality community living, and a high standard of operations to meet Avanti's objectives and marketing plans.

Click here for a sneak peek into a 'Day in the Life' of a Leasing Manager at Avanti. Envision yourself thriving in this dynamic career opportunity.

What You’ll Do…

• Complete lease forms or agreements and collect rental deposit.
• Ensure “model” apartments and target apartments are ready for showing.
• Maintain work area and office in a clean and orderly manner to achieve the “curb appeal” of the community.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of lease terms, specifications, and all community policies.
• Be fully informed of current rental rates, sizes, locations, and all amenities of the community.
• Maintain contact with all apartment locator services and local businesses to provide informational materials.
• “Shop” competitive properties and be aware of current market conditions.
• Develop full knowledge of application information required, screening processes, and policies regarding rentals.
• Conduct outreach marketing at least once per week.
• Develop and maintain an ongoing resident retention program under the direction of the Community Manager.
• Play an active role in the renewal process.
• Maintain and update the Leasing and Property Handbook, Advertising Logbook, and all resident and community lease files.
• Process all required administrative forms, reports, and related information.
• Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the community or residents.
• Assist the Community Manager in collection of delinquent rents and other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For…

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to successfully navigate frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and be accountable for actions, self-motivated.
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal.
• Demonstrated knowledge of phone and email procedures and etiquette.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Need to Qualify…

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of apartment leasing experience preferred.
• 2 years of Customer Service experience preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including knowledge of property management software preferably YARDI.

Requirements

What We Require…

• Possession of valid driver’s license and up to date vehicle insurance OR reliable transportation.
• Pass criminal background screening prior to employment.
• Wonderlic pre-employment assessment is required if minimum qualifications are met. The assessment will arrive in the email inbox that you provided.

What You Can Expect…

• Normal office setting
• Some travel to properties owned and operated by Avanti or other business-related locations/events as required.

What We Do for You…

• Up to 40% apartment discount.
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
• A generous PTO policy.
• Health and wellness benefits include Medical/HSA/FSA/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD and many other benefits to meet your specific needs.
• 4% company match for your 401k.
• The Avanti Shares program where a portion of the company’s transactional profits are awarded to you. The longer you stay, the higher your return.
• Avanti Cares Program that helps employees in financial need.
• Tenure based Anniversary Recess.
• Leadership Recognition.
• Avanti Advisors Program to help new hires.

Avanti Residential is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in its workplace; applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. If you are interested in applying for a position with Avanti and need special assistance or accommodation to use our website, please contact HR@Avantiresidential.com.