Posted 2 months ago
Senior Leasing Specialist
@ Hays
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
Hays is recruiting a Senior Leasing Specialist for a real estate development and construction client in Victoria, BC, to lead leasing of residential rental properties from first inquiry to move-in. The role includes property tours, lead follow-up, lease preparation and application screening, with a salary of up to $65k plus leasing commissions, 3 weeks of vacation and an RRSP match.
Pay:
$55,000–$65,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Conduct suite tours and showcase amenities to prospective residents
- Follow up on leads and support applicants through leasing
- Serve as main contact for inquiries by phone, email and other channels
- Prepare lease agreements and process rental applications
Requirements summary:
- 2+ years of leasing, rental housing or property management experience
- Strong leasing and sales acumen with applicant pipeline results
- Experience with Yardi or similar property management software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · careerpage
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | credit |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Hays
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 240 |
Your new company
Our client is a well-established real estate development and construction organization with a strong presence across BC. Their portfolio includes mixed-use, multifamily, commercial, purpose-built rental, and affordable housing projects, reflecting a long-term commitment to creating vibrant communities.
Your new role
As a Senior Leasing Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the leasing performance of our residential rental properties across Victoria. Acting as the primary contact for prospective residents, you will conduct property tours, nurture leads, maintain ongoing communication with applicants, and oversee the leasing process from initial inquiry through to move-in. Leasing Manager title will also be considered for those with more experience.
Duties include:
- Conduct suite tours and showcase property features and amenities to prospective residents.
- Follow up with leads, answer questions, and support applicants throughout the leasing process.
- Serve as the main point of contact for inquiries via phone, email, and other channels.
- Explain leasing requirements, deposits, insurance obligations, and move-in procedures.
- Prepare and coordinate lease agreements, addendums, and related documentation.
- Process rental applications, including screening, credit checks, and reference verification.
- Maintain accurate leasing records and resident files.
- Provide administrative support to ensure efficient day-to-day leasing operations.
What you'll need to succeed
2+ years of leasing, rental housing, or property management experience, ideally within a large-scale residential portfolio or newly developed community.
Strong leasing and sales acumen with a track record of building applicant pipelines and supporting occupancy goals.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.
Experience using Yardi or similar property management software, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with onsite and corporate teams.
Experience from a customer service or hospitality background will also be considered.
What you'll get in return
Up to $65k salary + leasing incentive commissions
3-week vacation
RRSP match
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
This posting is not for an existing vacancy with the organization.
AI may be used to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.
#LI-DNI
#1126753 - Louis Keates
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.