Now Hiring - Continental Realty Corporation - Leasing Specialist in Charleston, SC

Full description of the position

Position: Leasing Specialist for Central Island Square Apartments - Charleston, SC Role

Overview

As a Leasing Specialist for

• _Central Island Square_
• located on Daniel Island, you will work at a fast pace to lease beautiful apartment homes in a very competitive market. In addition, you will deliver after-sales service to meet the ongoing needs of existing residents. We are looking for an all-star Leasing Specialist who enjoys a multi-faceted role which includes leasing, resident engagement, event planning, social media maintenance, marketing outreach, and customer service. We offer competitive hourly rate + commission/bonus + 20% rent discount + health insurance/dental/vision/401K + paid training Most Important

Responsibilities

• Have a hunter's mentality. Prepare endlessly and wade through contacts and leads to put yourself in a position to lease as many apartments as possible.
• Create and conduct fun events for the residents on a monthly basis.
• The discipline to follow up. Consistent follow-ups are one of the most valuable acts for anyone in a sales role.
• Be politely persistent. Don't take no for an answer.
• Product knowledge. Understand our product and be able to articulate its value.
• Develop relationships. Build and manage a portfolio of relationships.
• Collaborate with your team. Understand the unique needs of prospects and residents to determine the best solution. Most Important

Qualifications

• Ability to sell at the high market rate.
• Previous Leasing experience is strongly preferred, including social media marketing and planning resident events. Class A exp a plus!
• Hospitality, sales, customer service experience also considered.
• Must be willing to work rotating weekend hours.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivation and drive. Quick on your feet with a strong work ethic.
• Strong multi-tasking skills.
• People skills. Ability to have conversations with prospects and to listen to their real needs, so you can build rapport and trust.
• Charisma. Must be likable to prospects and residents.
• Empathy. Relating to the customers and supporting them.
• Confidence. Never let go of opportunities and stay positive. Voted a Top Workplace Nationally and aTop Management Company Nationwide for several years in a row recently. We own and operate all of our assets.