Royal York Property Management Looking for Leasing Agent at Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Please note that it is required for the candidate to be located in Kitchener in order for their application to be considered.

Royal York Property Management is the premier property management and leasing company in Ontario, boasting an extensive portfolio of over 22,000 properties. What sets us apart is our unique offering of guaranteed rental income to landlords, ensuring peace of mind and financial stability. With a remarkable $10.1 billion in real estate assets under management, we stand as one of Canada’s largest and most reputable property management firms. Additionally, our global presence is expanding and we now service 11 locations in Europe and over 40 locations in North America.

Our commitment to innovation drives our approach to property management. Leveraging our proprietary technology, we aim to disrupt the industry and enhance processes and systems. With over 20 strategically positioned offices across North America and Europe, we provide clients with local expertise and unwavering service delivery, as all departments operate 24/7.

As a Leasing Agent, you’ll be at the forefront of our operations, conducting in-person property showings and assisting with the leasing process. Balancing the needs of property owners and tenants, you’ll strive to meet occupancy and rental targets. You’ll also contribute to a positive office atmosphere, and uphold the company’s image through your activities. Leasing Agents are an essential part of our dynamic team, primarily responsible for the leasing of our diverse portfolio of properties.

This role requires excellent communication skills, a customer-focused approach, and a deep understanding of the local rental market. This role requires you to be a proficient multitasker, organized, and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities of the position:

• Conduct in-person tours of available properties to potential tenants
• Communicate effectively with prospective tenants, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly
• Follow up on leads for potential tenants
• Collaborate with the property management team to address maintenance issues
• Assist in evaluating the market price for properties that need to be leased
• Meet and exceed rental targets and other key performance indicators
• Maintain a positive atmosphere in the office and represent the company professionally
• Manage and coordinate leasing of properties in coordination with different departments in the company
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of prior work experience in a related field or a high school diploma with 4 years of experience in a similar role
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• Intermediate sales skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, and outgoing personality
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Strong customer service skills, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• A Real Estate License is a bonus
• An understanding of the real estate industry, including laws, policies, and best practices is good to have

At Royal York Property Management, we believe in investing in our teams. As such, we will provide:

• 7 days of extensive training that will cover the basics of renting out and leasing a property, company protocols, best practices for sales, and other relevant topics. All training materials are provided by the company
• A minimum of 30 new property owners will be assigned to you each month
• Most tenant lead generation is covered by us
• You will have access to our extensive back office and administrative support: We will organize your calendar, schedule and confirm meetings
• Our professional support staff will handle all phone calls 24/7 – 365
• We will complete the entirety of the tenant screening process for Leasing Agents
• We will collect all required funds from tenants
• We will process rental applications and facilitate the leasing out of properties by collecting and submitting all relevant documentation

Compensation:

• The annual compensation of a Senior Leasing Agent ranges from $100,000 – $150,000

Benefits:

• Essential tools, training, and skills development
• Join a skilled and successful team
• Competitive pay with unlimited earning potential
• Clear career advancement paths
• Perks for high performers
• Be part of an award-winning, inclusive culture

Interested candidates can apply directly by submitting their Resume via LinkedIn.