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Leasing Officer

Descriptions & Duties

  • The job duties of a leasing officer include marketing and promoting rental properties, conducting property viewings, negotiating lease terms, preparing tenancy agreements, coordinating property maintenance, and providing excellent customer service to landlords and tenants.

Generic Competencies

Physical Abilities

Physical abilities

  • Physical strength
  • Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity

 

Importance:2 (Max:5) 

Skill is occasionally required

 

Technology Skills

Technology skills

  • Computer literacy
  • Application of technology

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Cognitive Abilities

Cognitive abilities

  • Creativity
  • Visualisation
  • Logical thinking

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Comprehension And Expression

Comprehension and expression skills

  • Reading comprehension
  • Oral / written expression

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Social Skills

Social skills

  • Communication
  • Negotiation
  • Persuasion

 

Importance:5 (Max:5) 

Skill is required all the time

 

Organisation And Execution Skills

Organisation and execution skills

  • Planning
  • Organising
  • Judgement
  • Decision making

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Problem Solving Skills

Problem solving skills

  • Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Management Skills

Management skills

  • Leadership
  • Management of finance / time / people / other resources

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Trade Specific Competencies

Trade-specific skills

Trade-specific skills for a Leasing Officer typically include knowledge of real estate laws and regulations, understanding of property market trends, familiarity with lease agreements and documentation, ability to conduct property inspections and assessments, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and expertise in property marketing and advertising strategies

Proficiency in property management software and financial analysis

Proficiency in property management software and financial analysis may also be beneficial for effective leasing operations

General Requirements

Academic qualification

  • A diploma or higher education qualification

Professional qualification

  • A professional certificate or qualification in real estate or property management will be an advantage;
    Familiarity with leasing laws is preferred

Experience

  • 3 - 5 years of relevant work experience

Career Path & Salary

Private Sector

Monthly Salary $15,000 - $20,000

Monthly Salary $20,000 - $40,000

Monthly Salary $40,000 - $60,000

Related Education & Training

Work Environment

  • The working environment for a Leasing Officer typically involves a mix of office-based tasks and fieldwork. They handle paperwork, communicate with clients and colleagues, conduct market research, perform property inspections, and meetings with clients.

Tools

Computer software for document processing and communication

Property management software for lease management

  • Communication tools for interacting with stakeholders
  • Online platforms for marketing properties
  • Mapping tools for property search
  • Industry resources for market research