Rental Apartment Sales Agent
ちんたいまんしょんえいぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Representative Occupations
- Minor : Real Estate Sales Representatives
Summary
A sales position that proposes and guides properties matching customer needs to resolve vacancies in rental apartments, supporting from contract signing to move-in.
Description
Rental apartment sales agents belong to real estate or management companies and work to fill vacancies in rental apartments upon request from owners. They handle customer inquiries, property research, viewing arrangements, condition negotiations, preparation of contract documents, guarantor company procedures, and move-in inspections in an integrated manner. They also propose rent settings and advertising strategies to owners. Incentive systems tied to internal quotas and goal achievements are common, requiring a good balance of fieldwork and office work.
Future Outlook
The adoption of online viewings and VR tours is progressing, increasing demand for sales agents with digital skills. Meanwhile, responses to declining demand in rural areas due to low birthrates and aging population, as well as more sophisticated vacancy countermeasures, are required. Professionals with specialized qualifications and IT-utilizing proposal skills will maintain their market value.
Personality Traits
Able to provide bright and polite customer service / Goal-oriented / Good listener / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Face-to-Face Sales / Incentive System / Overtime Available / Remote / Weekend and Holiday Work
Career Path
Sales Assistant → Rental Sales Staff → Senior Sales Representative → Sales Leader (Chief) → Branch Manager/Manager → Head Office Management Division
Required Skills
Basic PC Operations / Contract Preparation / Customer Negotiations / Property Information Proposals / Real Estate Regulations Knowledge / Real Estate Valuation
Recommended Skills
Basic Marketing Knowledge / Customer Management (CRM Tools) / Language Skills / SNS Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required for verifying contract details and ensuring legal compliance. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for building trust with customers and owners and conducting negotiations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Necessary to achieve results through proactive customer development and proposals. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to endure pressure from quotas and handle troubles. |
Related Qualifications
- Damage Insurance Solicitor Qualification
- Financial Planner Certification Holder
- Real Estate Transaction Agent
Aliases
- Real Estate Rental Sales
- Rental Sales
- Room Advisor
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