Leasing Agent

Tarantino Properties is a full-service real estate company specializing in income producing real estate. Founded in 1980, our company provides a full complement of property management, brokerage, leasing and renovation services for commercial, residential and senior living properties throughout the United States. Tarantino currently manages over $2 Billion in real estate assets.

Gateway on Cullen is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Leasing Agent for our Student Housing community located in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct property tours to future residents and visitors
• Use and create promotional items and technology to communicate with potential prospects and generate revenue
• Build relationships with prospective and future residents to ensure satisfaction and finalize decisions to lease and/or renew
• Generate leads by conducting effective follow up on the phone & through email
• Provide exceptional and consistent customer service to our residents & prospects
• Develop marketing plans with the goal to sustain occupancy as well as staying informed about the current market

• Previous leasing, sales, customer service, hospitality, student housing, or multifamily experience preferred
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to connect with prospective residents and parents
• Comfortable conducting property tours and confidently overcoming objections to close leases
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience managing leads, follow-up activity, and maintaining accurate CRM/property management records
• Strong understanding of social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook with the ability to create engaging content and support leasing campaigns
• Comfortable appearing in videos and participating in on-site marketing initiatives and resident events
• Ability to analyze traffic, leasing activity, and conversion opportunities to improve results
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Comfortable working weekends and flexible hours during peak leasing periods
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn property management software (Entrata experience preferred)
• Ability to maintain a positive resident and prospect experience while handling questions and concerns professionally
• Reliable transportation and ability to support outreach, campus engagement, and local marketing efforts as needed

Additional Details Provided:

• Preferred traits (student housing specific)
• Competitive mindset with a focus on occupancy goals
• Energetic and comfortable engaging with students daily
• Strong social media presence and awareness of current trends
• Event planning and grassroots marketing experience preferred
• Ability to move quickly while maintaining resident experience and brand standards

Our Perks & Benefits:

Taking care of our clients and residents starts with taking care of our team. Tarantino is committed to each team member's health, wealth, and overall well-being. We deeply value the contributions of our employees and offer various benefits to ensure that our extraordinary team is taken care of.

• COMPETITIVE PAY
• MEDICAL AND RX
• PAID TIME OFF
• RETIREMENT AND 401K
• SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
• LONG-TERM DISABILITY
• VOLUNTARY LIFE
• VISION
• DENTAL