Leasing Specialist POST NUMBER: 476463

Position Overview
The Leasing Specialist is responsible for actively leasing commercial properties, maintaining strong business relationships, and contributing to the company’s overall occupancy and revenue goals. This role requires a proactive, sales-oriented approach with a focus on generating new leasing opportunities.

Core Expectations
This position is designed for a high-energy, sales-driven individual who demonstrates:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- A proactive and self-motivated work ethic
- Ability to prospect, negotiate, and close transactions
- Willingness to canvass and conduct in-person outreach
- A professional and personable demeanor
- Coachability and openness to feedback and development

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Actively prospect for commercial tenants through canvassing, networking, cold outreach, and relationship-building
- Conduct property tours and present available commercial spaces to prospective tenants
- Assist in lease negotiations, renewals, and deal structuring
- Prepare proposals, letters of intent, and leasing documentation
- Maintain and develop relationships with brokers, business owners, and local organizations
- Collaborate with District Property Managers to support tenant retention and service excellence
- Coordinate and assist with marketing efforts, including signage, campaigns, and promotional outreach
- Ensure all prospective tenant documentation is complete and compliant with company policies
- Maintain accurate records of leasing activity in the company’s CRM system
- Prepare and submit weekly and monthly leasing activity reports
- Monitor property conditions, signage, and unit readiness
- Occasionally assist with residential leasing projects as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous experience in sales, commission-based roles, or customer-facing positions preferred
- Real estate experience is a plus but not required

Communication Skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, prospects, and external partners
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills

Mathematical Skills
- Ability to calculate basic leasing figures including percentages, rental rates, and prorations

Computer Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to learn and utilize CRM and internal systems

Reasoning Ability
- Ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and make sound decisions efficiently