Leasing Consultant
Hawthorne Residential Partners
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Description
We’re on the search for passionate, hardworking, and caring individuals who are ready to make a meaningful impact at our award winning apartment communities each day.
As one of the top 50 largest multifamily management companies in the country- proudly rooted in the Southeast—we lead with heart and operate with purpose. Our Live It culture reflects our commitment to service, connection, and exceeding expectations at every turn.
If you're looking for a place where your work truly matters – Apply Today!
Leasing Consultant | Job Overview
At Hawthorne, Leasing Consultants are known as Leasing & Live It Specialists—the face of the community and ambassadors of our Live It culture. This role is all about creating standout experiences and meaningful connections. Whether you’re leading engaging apartment tours, planning resident events, or responding to daily inquiries, your goal is to ensure every prospect and resident leaves feeling welcomed, supported, and excited to call Hawthorne home.
Leasing Consultant | Job Functions
Create Exceptional First Impressions
- Greet prospective residents with warmth and professionalism
- Conduct personalized apartment tours that highlight the lifestyle and value of the community
- Respond to phone, email, and web inquiries promptly and thoroughly
Drive Leasing Success
- Convert leads to leases through follow-up, relationship-building, and deep understanding of resident needs
- Complete leasing applications, verifications, and new move-in paperwork accurately • Contribute to community occupancy and renewal goals
Foster Resident Relationships
- Coordinate and attend resident events and community engagement initiatives • Respond to resident questions and concerns with empathy and efficiency
- Promote a clean, welcoming environment by helping maintain office and common areas
Build Brand & Community Awareness
- Assist in marketing the property through social media and Community outreach • Stay informed on local market trends and competitor properties
What Makes Someone SOAR in This Role?
- Positive Attitude: Enthusiastic, passionate, and driven within their day-to-day operations.
- Clear Communicator: Confident in-person, over the phone, and online
- People Service & Customer-Focused: Daily commitment to providing excellent service by embracing our Live It culture of kindness, community and connection.
- Persuasive: Naturally influential with a talent for connecting with people, overcoming objections, and inspiring prospects to choose Hawthorne as home.
- Willingness to Learn: Embraces the ability to be coached on Hawthorne standard Live It practices ensuring our communities receive excellent support.
Work Schedule:
Our leasing office is open Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, and Saturdays, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM. One weekday off is provided each week to maintain a 40-hour schedule.
Evening and weekend availability may be required for resident events or based on the unique needs of the community.
Leasing Consultant| Education, Experience, and License Qualifications
Education:
- High School or GED equivalent.
Experience:
- One year of customer service experience, sales and/or apartment leasing is preferred but not required
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid Driver's License
- A Certified Apartment Leasing Professional Accreditation (CALP) is a plus
Hawthorne’s Total Rewards Package | Compensation and Benefits
Leasing-Specific Benefits: Leasing Consultants are eligible for monthly leasing and renewal commissions, and leasing incentive programs, in addition to their hourly compensation.
Professional Benefits: Leasing Consultant Today – Assistant Community Manager Tomorrow! Our Career Path Program is offered to all of our employees. When you start at Hawthorne, we want to see you succeed and grow with us - that is why our Learning and Development team is committed to your career growth.
Personal Benefits:
- Free Dental Insurance
- Comprehensive and Affordable Plans for Medical and Vision Coverage
- Health and Wellness Incentives
- 401k Retirement Match Program
- Paid Time Off- including your birthday!
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Pet Insurance Plans
- Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave Options
- Telehealth – Access to Doctors 24/7/365
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Retirement Planning
Hawthorne is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Free Dental Insurance
- Comprehensive and Affordable Plans for Medical and Vision Coverage
- Health and Wellness Incentives
- 401k Retirement Match Program
- Paid Time Off- including your birthday!
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Pet Insurance Plans
- Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave Options
- Telehealth – Access to Doctors 24/7/365
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Retirement Planning
About this role
# About This Role
Hawthorne Residential Partners is seeking a Leasing Consultant for their Montgomery, Alabama apartment community. You'll be the primary point of contact for prospective and current residents, responsible for conducting tours, processing leasing applications, responding to inquiries across phone and email, and coordinating resident events. The role blends customer service, sales, and community engagement—your success depends on building genuine connections, converting leads to leases, and embodying the company's "Live It" culture of service and connection.
The position requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of customer service, sales, or leasing experience (preferred but not required). You'll need a valid driver's license and should be comfortable communicating confidently in person, by phone, and online. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM, and Saturdays, 10 AM–5 PM, with one weekday off weekly to maintain 40 hours; occasional evening and weekend availability may be needed for community events.
Compensation includes hourly pay plus monthly leasing and renewal commissions and incentive programs. Benefits are comprehensive: free dental insurance, affordable medical and vision plans, 401(k) match, paid time off including your birthday, paid sick time, pet insurance, paid parental and adoption leave, telehealth access, company-paid life insurance, and a career development program designed to advance you toward assistant community manager roles.
Typical pay for this role
$40,000
Typical range: $20,000 to $40,000
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