Real Estate Broker/Leasing Specialist

Leasing Specialist

Company Overview: Lofty Real Estate is a full-service real estate brokerage that provides multifaceted expertise in Property Management; Leasing Services; Tenant Representation; and Investment Services. Located in Chicago’s Fulton Market, Lofty is a fast-growing growing and successful real estate property management services provider in the Chicagoland area. For additional information, please visit our website at https://www.loftyrealestate.com/.

Overview of Position: We are seeking a full-time Leasing Specialist to add to our growing team. The Leasing Specialist is responsible for managing leasing activities of assigned properties including marketing, scheduling tours, certifying applicants, and coordinating lease agreements. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset. Previous experience in leasing is a bonus but not required. What is required is a positive attitude, willingness to learn while being a part of the team, and great communication skills. Lofty brings LOTS OF LEADS, guaranteed listings and excellent support.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Advertising available properties and conducting property tours as part of marketing activities
• Screening prospective tenants to ensure they meet eligibility requirements
• Work company provided leads to fill company vacancies.
• Assist in the preparation of lease agreements and coordinating with HOAs for new move-ins/outs
• Performing property inspections for move-ins/outs
• MLS data updates to listings as needed
• Prepare Comparable Market Analysis (CMA) reports
• Manage buyer/seller/legal correspondence
• Support the team on special projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Illinois Leasing License is Required.
• Broker License preferred
• In-depth understanding of the real estate leasing industry, including laws, policies, and best practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Negotiation and conflict-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft based software
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision

Lofty believes that the Leasing Specialist role sets the foundation of the successful Owner-Lofty-Tenant relationship. We are committed to fostering a strong entrepreneurial culture.  As a team, we always strive to find better ways of doing things, so we are always open to new ideas.  As a member of Lofty’s core team, the ideal candidate is reliable, organized, self-motivated, and enthusiastic about contributing to a rapidly growing real estate business.

Job Type: Contract

Leasing Commission: $50,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

Real Estate leasing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)
• Leasing License or Brokers License (Required)