Leasing Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBroad St At William St, William Street, Teachers Village, The Ironbound, Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07102, United States
About the Role
The Leasing Specialist is a high-energy, sales-driven position designed to actively drive commercial property occupancy and revenue growth. This role exists to generate new leasing opportunities through a proactive, relationship-focused approach. You will serve as the primary face of the company for prospective tenants, blending strong interpersonal skills with a self-motivated work ethic to prospect, negotiate, and close deals.
In this position, you will engage in dynamic, in-person outreach and canvassing to build a robust pipeline of commercial tenants. Your day-to-day involves conducting property tours, presenting available spaces, and guiding prospects through lease negotiations and deal structuring. Success in this role requires a professional demeanor and a willingness to collaborate closely with District Property Managers to ensure tenant retention and service excellence. You will also coordinate marketing efforts, such as signage and promotional campaigns, while maintaining accurate records of all leasing activities in the company's CRM system.
Hiring Process
Vaco by Highspring is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their background. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as required by federal, state, or local law.
Our commitment extends to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions and receive all benefits of employment. We believe that workplace discrimination is illegal and are dedicated to maintaining an environment where everyone can thrive.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Broad St At William St, William Street, Teachers Village, The Ironbound, Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07102, United States
Newark, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleActively prospect for commercial tenants through canvassing, networking, and cold outreach
- check_circleConduct property tours and present available commercial spaces to prospective tenants
- check_circleAssist in lease negotiations, renewals, and deal structuring
- check_circlePrepare proposals, letters of intent, and leasing documentation
- check_circleMaintain and develop relationships with brokers, business owners, and local organizations
- check_circleCollaborate with District Property Managers to support tenant retention and service excellence
- check_circleCoordinate and assist with marketing efforts including signage and promotional campaigns
- check_circleEnsure all prospective tenant documentation is complete and compliant with company policies
- check_circlePrepare and submit weekly and monthly leasing activity reports
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or GED
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Nice to Have
Previous experience in sales, commission-based roles, or customer-facing positions. Real estate experience.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, CRM.
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
Frequently asked questions about Leasing Specialist at Vaco by Highspring
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Day-to-day, the Leasing Specialist at Vaco by Highspring will actively prospect for commercial tenants through canvassing, networking, and cold outreach; conduct property tours and present available commercial spaces to prospective tenants; assist in lease negotiations, renewals, and deal structuring; and prepare proposals, letters of intent, and leasing documentation.
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Vaco by Highspring is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma or GED; and Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
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Leasing Specialist at Vaco by Highspring is based in Broad St At William St, William Street, Teachers Village, The Ironbound, Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07102, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Vaco by Highspring has listed this Leasing Specialist role as on-site.
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Candidates for Leasing Specialist at Vaco by Highspring should have mid level.
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Key skills for Leasing Specialist at Vaco by Highspring include Microsoft Office; Excel; Word; Outlook; and CRM.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED required.
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Leasing Specialist at Vaco by Highspring is part of the sales job category on Recrutus.