About the Role
This role serves as a key point of contact for Mandarin-speaking prospective residents and tenants, guiding them through the leasing process and providing exceptional resident service. It involves approximately 80% customer-facing translations and 20% administrative tasks within a premier residential development in Willets Point, Queens. This position offers comprehensive training and career growth opportunities for individuals transitioning from various customer-facing backgrounds.
Responsibilities
- Welcome prospective residents and conduct professional apartment tours.
- Serve as the primary Mandarin-speaking resource for prospective tenants and residents.
- Translate and explain leasing documents, policies, and procedures in both Mandarin and English.
- Guide applicants through the leasing process from initial inquiry through move-in.
- Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Deliver a warm, polished, and exceptional customer experience while supporting leasing objectives.
- Prepare lease agreements and process rental applications.
- Maintain accurate leasing records and documentation.
- Assist with income qualification and compliance requirements.
- Update property management software and lease files.
- Support daily office operations and administrative functions.
Requirements
- Fluent in Mandarin and English (Cantonese is a plus).
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
- Professional, polished, and confident working in a client-facing environment.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced office.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new software platforms.
- High school diploma required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, banking, reception, office administration, leasing, or property management is preferred.
- Sales or client-facing experience is highly valued.
- Familiarity with affordable housing programs or LIHTC is a plus but not required.
Skills
- Mandarin
- English
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal Communication
- Translation
- Leasing Process
- Administrative Support
- Microsoft Office
Location
- Willets Point, Queens
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- Career Advancement
Education Level
- High school diploma
- Bachelor's degree
Benefits
- Comprehensive training
- Ongoing professional development
- Long-term career growth
About the Company
- A premier residential development in Willets Point, Queens.
- One of New York City's landmark residential developments.
- An established real estate organization.
