Residential Leasing Associate - Hallett's Point

Durst Profile: For over 100 years, The Durst Organization has been a family-run business dedicated to the principles of innovation, integrity, community, and sustainability. We develop, build, own, and manage premier office towers and residential buildings that set new standards in environmental responsibility and user efficiency. Our enduring relationships with our tenants and partners are critical to our success and have ensured the longevity of The Durst Organization. Our Mission Statement: We build, own, and operate many of the world’s most innovative and efficient buildings. We create value for our tenants and partners by developing sustainable residential and commercial properties in which people live, work, and thrive. Overview:
Responsibilities:

• Update and maintain weekly online advertising and broker outreach
• Promote amenity reservations prior to lease signing and facilitate Bike and Storage agreements
• Serve as a resource, advocate, and catalyst for sustainability at The Durst Organization. Apply the skills unique to your core job responsibilities for practical integration of sustainability into processes, standard operating procedures, and adopted business practices. Seek to empower our colleagues, consultants, tenants and residents to prioritize and actively engage in environmental stewardship.
• Promote 1st class operation demonstrated by exemplifying integrity, courtesy, and professionalism
• Must be tenacious in follow-ups and closings of lease agreements
• Build rapport with new prospects and residents in the community
• Perform daily inspection of tour paths, leasing office, amenities, vacant apartments, and common areas, and
• Facilitate closing activities and related scheduling associated with new lease agreements
• Track all office traffic and phone inquiry activities for completion of industry or building metric reports, as required
• Give effective presentations during property tours; Maintain knowledge of current and future apartment availability to be utilized during tours
• Accurately obtain and compile prospect/applicant data for entry into MRI, Buildinglink and related software platform
• Facilitate monthly lease renewal negotiations with current residents and closing activities related to lease renewal agreements
• Replenish all collateral material including new deal folders, prospect folders, floor plans, application documents as needed
• Process applications and review qualifying paperwork
• Must be highly accessible to prospects, brokers, and applicants during the leasing process
• Timely complete reports, projects, and other assignments as directed by Leasing Manager
• Maintain strict understanding and adherence of Fair Housing Parameters and Rent Stabilization

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skill
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business administration or related field or equivalent experience
• Fundamental knowledge of company history, brand, and unique characteristics of the building
• Amiable demeanor with strong sales aptitude
• Ability to work independently and in team settings
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work weekends
• New York State Real Estate Salesperson License
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Exceptional customer service, interpersonal and problem-resolution skills
• Possess high level of attention to detail
• Maintains a professional demeanor
• Strong understanding of the New York Real Estate Rental Market

EEOC: The Durst Organization seeks to build a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.