Now Hiring - Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company & Affiliated Companies - Residential Leasing Consultant (Sales & Customer Service) in Columbus, OH

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Position has strong leasing commission earning potential. Job Description Summary Nationwide Realty Investors, the real estate development affiliate of Nationwide, owns and manages a portfolio of communities in the city's premier locations (Arena District/Grandview Yard). Our team of apartment managers and leasing agents are passionate about providing exceptional, high-touch customer service to residents and prospects, building rapport with residents, and increasing retention in the communities they serve. If you are ready to represent the quality and excellence of our neighborhoods and take pride in the buildings and surrounding mixed-use developments, we want to know more about you! As a Leasing Consultant, you'll work to establish relationships with prospective tenants by going above and beyond to answer questions with accurate information, filling out necessary paperwork and providing opportunities to view the property among other responsibilities. You'll work with current tenants, too, to maintain a positive relationship and encourage renewal by inquiring about repair needs and following up as needed, having a positive attitude and interest in creating a community environment. Job Description Key Responsibilities: * Handles phone inquiries and meets company goals for appointment conversion * Greets and qualifies prospects by covering all criteria. * Inspects models and available units every day. * Communicates related service needs to maintenance supervisor. * Update availability report, process applications for approvals. (e.g., credit check, rental history, etc.) Submits processed applications to the Senior Property Manager for approval. Follows up with applicant regarding status. * Demonstrates product knowledge to prospects for all communities by communicating and selling the features and benefits; closes the sale. * Secures new resident's signature(s) on appropriate paperwork prior to move-in. Orients new residents to community. * Answers questions for residents about community, repairs, rent, rules, etc. * Prepares lease and complete appropriate paperwork and give to Financial Administration Manager for input. May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Reporting Relationships: Reports to Senior Property Manager. Typical Skills and Experiences: Education: High school diploma. License/Designation/Certification: Apartment Management Designation such as National Apartment Leasing Professional (NALP) preferred. Experience: Prior leasing or sales experience required. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Understands and aligns with fair housing laws along with state landlord tenant law. Customer service, marketing, closing, strong communicator, ability to self direct. Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence. Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager's leader and HR Business Partner. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $42,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate: * Columbus, OH 43215: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: * Leasing Consultant: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person