Commercial Leasing Agent 1

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

MIMCO is seeking a highly motivated, self-starter to join its Leasing team as a Commercial Leasing Agent 1. The purpose of the Commercial Leasing Agent 1 position is to lease commercial retail properties managed by MIMCO. The Commercial Leasing Agent 1 will scout, identify, qualify and convert prospective leads into clients, present and lease properties to prospective lessors, with the goal of achieving high occupancy rates. 

The individual in this position will receive individualized, on the job training from the Senior Vice President and the Leasing Team on commercial retail leasing best practices as well as MIMCO processes and procedures. This is a highly competitive, full-time, exempt position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility of the Commercial Leasing Agent 1 satisfactorily, including but not limited to the following: 

• Proactively identify potential tenants through cold calling, emailing, networking, visiting businesses and other prospecting activities
• Build relationships with prospective tenants by learning about and providing solutions that fit their needs 
• Reach out to targeted tenants, qualify lease prospects based on MIMCO requirements and track leasing prospects
• Screen incoming leasing inquiries and broker calls, supply property information, show (tour) available space, and quote lease rates 
• Prepare and negotiate letters of intent
• Review and negotiate leases
• Maintain the Weekly Leasing Activity and prospect tracking “traffic” reports, as requested
• Work to resolve clientele issues and concerns promptly and professionally
• Attend weekly and monthly team meetings or when requested
• Ensure effective and smooth handoff after signing of leases to Property Management and other departments with an accurate Lease Summary Checklist
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary for the Commercial Leasing Agent 1 position is commensurate with candidate experience and qualifications determined by management of MIMCO. In addition, MIMCO offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) plan
• 401(k) matching
• Short- and long-term disability plan
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible spending accounts
• Corporate training program to further support/develop Microsoft Office product skills
• Leasing commission compensation
• Fuel provided
• Mobile phone provided

COMPANY OVERVIEW

MIMCO was founded in 1972 to provide real estate investment and property management services in El Paso, Texas. Over the last 50 years, our managed portfolio has grown to include approximately 325 properties across Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, with a focus on shopping centers. 

MIMCO is unique in a few significant ways. Most notably, MIMCO only manages properties in which we have a vested interest, so we take great pride and extra care to ensure our properties are well maintained and that we are responsive to tenants’ needs. This strategy has been the key to our success, drawing in regional and national tenants and leading to repeat business with companies like Starbucks, Big Lots, Peter Piper Pizza and countless local small businesses in El Paso, Las Cruces, San Antonio, Corpus Christi and beyond.

Additionally, our business has evolved over the years into a full-scale real estate investment, development and management company. In addition to property management, our teams provide services including: 

• Business development and property acquisition/disposition 
• Planning, design and construction
• Leasing and marketing
• Property management and maintenance
• Debt and equity origination and placement
• Investor relations and financial reporting
• Legal services from contract review and negotiation to litigation management.

MIMCO is invested in building and developing the communities where we live and work, and is always looking for talented, passionate, capable people to join our team. If you are interested in pursuing a career with MIMCO, begin your search for open positions here.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MIMCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or any other protected trait.

Requirements

Minimum Education:

• Associate Degree or equivalent combination of education or experience required (bachelor’s degree preferred);

Minimum Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in commercial leasing
• Basic understanding of LOI & Lease forms
• Skilled in handling negotiations with minimal supervision 
• Basic grasp of retail real estate fundamentals and terminology 
• Personable, well-spoken and confident

Minimum Skill Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to connect easily with people
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision 
• Excellent time management skills and detail-oriented 
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to succeed in a team environment
• Strong mathematical, analytical and reasoning skills 
• Skilled in the use of the internet, spreadsheets, relational databases, and word processing software
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to show space and travel occasionally to various markets throughout Texas
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Possess a good driving record with valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle and current valid automobile insurance
• Able to meet the physical demands this position requires (below)
• Yardi Voyager software experience is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to drive personal vehicle most of the day, at least several days a week.
• Must be able to stand, walk and sit alternatively for periods of time, as needed.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry 50 lbs without assistance.
• Must be able to climb stairs multiple times per day.