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Residential Leasing Agent

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario

Residential Leasing Agent

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario
 
Salary: From 50,000 per Year
 

Location: Ottawa, Ontario (On-site)

Language: Professional English required, both written and spoken; French is considered an asset

Background Check Requirement: May be required as part of the hiring process

Pay Range: $50,000 + Commissions

Work Schedule: Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10am-6pm (flexibility required)

 

About the Opportunity

Our client in the real estate sector is seeking a driven and customer-focused Residential Leasing Agent to support leasing performance across a portfolio of residential properties. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment and enjoys building relationships while delivering an exceptional experience to prospective residents.

Working closely with internal teams, you will play a key role in attracting and converting leads, showcasing properties, and ensuring a seamless leasing journey. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to occupancy goals while being part of a collaborative and high-performing environment.

 

What’s in it for You

You’ll join a dynamic team where performance and initiative are recognized and rewarded. This role offers strong earning potential through a competitive base salary and commission structure, along with the opportunity to grow your career in real estate.

You’ll gain hands-on exposure to leasing, customer engagement, and sales strategy within a professional environment that values accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

 

Your Responsibilities

  • You’ll serve as the primary point of contact for prospective residents, managing inquiries across multiple channels and delivering a professional experience
  • You’ll guide prospects through the leasing journey, from initial interest to signed agreements, ensuring a smooth and engaging process
  • You’ll showcase available units and highlight key features, amenities, and lifestyle benefits in a consultative manner
  • You’ll support lead generation efforts through outreach, partnerships, and participation in promotional activities
  • You’ll assist with application review and documentation, ensuring accuracy and alignment with internal processes
  • You’ll contribute to occupancy and retention goals by supporting lease conversions and renewals
  • You’ll coordinate onboarding activities for new residents, ensuring a seamless transition
  • You’ll collaborate with internal teams to maintain presentation standards and support ongoing engagement initiatives

 

Skills and Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of experience in sales, leasing, or a customer-facing role
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach
  • Ability to work in a target-driven environment and manage competing priorities
  • Solid organizational skills with attention to detail in handling documentation and processes
  • Comfort using CRM systems or digital tools; ability to learn new systems quickly
  • Professional, adaptable, and solution-oriented mindset
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is considered an asset

 

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.



We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

majella.de.freitas@altis.com

 

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About Altis Recruitment

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