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

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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.