Full-Time

Leasing & Sales Consultant

Cortland

Cortland

1,001-5,000 employees

Multifamily property development, management, leasing

No salary listed

Pickerington, OH, USA

In Person

Category
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Social Media
Marketing

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Requirements
  • 6+ months of sales, customer-facing, or performance-driven experience preferred
  • Strong desire to succeed in a goal-oriented, fast-paced sales environment
  • Confident, persuasive, and people-focused with a natural ability to build rapport
  • Coachable and resilient, with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Motivated by targets, results, and earning potential; comfortable being held to goals
  • Organized and disciplined with follow-up, time management, and attention to detail
  • Comfortable learning and using CRM systems to track leads and customer interactions
  • Professional, polished, and approachable with a strong sense of personal presentation
  • Aligns with company values and takes pride in representing a premium brand experience
Responsibilities
  • Drive occupancy and revenue by achieving and exceeding leasing goals, conversion targets, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Actively manage your sales pipeline—follow up promptly, nurture potential residents, and close leases with confidence
  • Use consultative selling techniques to uncover needs, present solutions, and create value that resonates with each potential resident
  • Keep CRM records accurate and up to date for all potential resident interactions
  • Monitor and report on lead activity, conversion metrics, and pipeline health
  • Stay organized and disciplined to ensure timely follow-up and consistent engagement
  • Guide potential residents through the leasing process with confidence and care, making it simple, stress-free, and enjoyable journey that reinforces our brand promise of better living
  • Deliver a concierge-level experience by anticipating needs, offering personalized solutions, and creating memorable interactions
  • Build lasting relationships that inspire loyalty and referrals through exceptional service
  • Represent the community as an ambassador, showcasing not just homes but a lifestyle of comfort, convenience, and premium living
  • Handle objections gracefully, turning challenges into opportunities
  • Establish, manage, and maintain marketing programs and social media presence to attract and retain residents
  • Plan and execute resident events and engagement programs that strengthen community ties
  • Respond to coaching and feedback with agility; implement best practices promptly
  • Adjust sales approach based on market conditions, prospect needs, and leadership guidance
  • Maintain integrity, accountability, and reliability in all aspects of performance
  • Maintain a polished, approachable presence that reflects our premium brand standards in every interaction

Cortland develops, manages, and leases premium multifamily apartment communities across the United States. It combines well‑designed living spaces, amenities, and hospitality‑driven service with swift maintenance to create resident‑first experiences. Revenue comes mainly from leasing units, with additional income from ancillary services and amenities. The goal is to deliver high‑quality, personalized living that drives high occupancy and tenant retention in vibrant neighborhoods.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$516M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2005

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquired 19-property portfolio from Elme for $1.6 billion.
  • Secured £129M loan from Canada Life for Salford refinancing.
  • Hired Michelle Johnstone as EVP for capital markets expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Rising rates post-2026 hike UK debt costs 20-30% on £129M loan.
  • Elme floods markets with 9 assets by June 2026, dropping occupancy below 90%.
  • Greystar poaches 2,523 associates, causing 15% turnover in 12 months.

What makes Cortland unique

  • Cortland delivers resident-centric, hospitality-driven apartment experiences.
  • Vertically integrated model manages 76,700 units across 25 US markets.
  • UK build-to-rent platform operates 559-unit Salford tower with amenities.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Discount

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
Northern Financial Review
Jan 26th, 2026
Canada Life lends £129M to refinance 50-storey Salford Build to Rent tower

Canada Life Asset Management has completed a £129 million fixed-rate loan to Cortland to refinance debt on Cortland at Colliers Yard, a 50-storey build-to-rent property in Salford comprising 559 apartments. The recently completed asset features extensive amenity space and strong environmental credentials. The transaction marks the first deal between Canada Life Asset Management and Cortland. The loan was led by Mandy Froede, director in Canada Life's real estate finance team, with support from Fieldfisher and Savills. Nicholas Bent, head of real estate finance at Canada Life Asset Management, said the facility reflects confidence in the Manchester asset and represents another milestone as the firm expands its presence in the build-to-rent finance market.

Property Week
Jan 26th, 2026
Cortland secures £129m loan to refinance 50-storey Manchester scheme

Cortland secures £129m loan to refinance 50-storey manchester scheme. The loan from Canada Life Asset Management refinances existing debt secured against the 559-home BTR tower. Want to keep reading? Unlock 9 free articles - your gateway to property intelligence. Register FREE today and enjoy 9 complimentary articles packed with: * Daily market briefings so you act faster on deals and developments * Finance insights to manage risk and spot opportunities. * Expert analysis that informs strategy and builds credibility * Sector-specific intelligence to identify risks and opportunities. * Legal and compliance updates to stay on the right side of regulation. * People moves to keep you connected with industry leaders. Ready for more? Subscribe today for unlimited access to the UK's most trusted property intelligence.

Multifamily Dive
Nov 18th, 2025
Elme separates from its chief information officer amid downsizing

Elme separates from its chief information officer amid downsizing. The announcement comes on the heels of the REIT's closing on the $1.6 billion sale of 19 properties to Cortland Partners. Dive brief: * Elme Communities announced a mutual separation with senior vice president and chief information officer Susan Gerock as part of a broader restructuring for the Bethesda, Maryland-based REIT, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission last week. Gerock's resignation was effective on Nov. 14. * In addition, Elme announced the closing of the sale of 19 properties to an affiliate of Atlanta-based investor, developer and manager Cortland Partners for $1.6 billion in cash, according to a press release. It aims to sell all of its assets by June 2026. * As a result of the closing of the Cortland sale, the company will downsize its workforce, "with a focus on retaining an appropriate level of personnel with the necessary skill set commensurate with the reduced size of the company, including those executive officers and other key personnel necessary for the continued operation of the company's remaining assets and completion of the wind-down activities," according to the SEC filing. Dive insight: Elme's downsizing will affect both officers and other employees. As of Nov. 14, the REIT had approximately 117 employees, including approximately 73 persons engaged in community management functions. After initiating a "formal evaluation of strategic alternatives" earlier this year, Elme took the first step to liquidating the company by selling the 19-asset portfolio to Cortland Partners in August. In conjunction with the August sale announcement, the REIT's board of trustees approved a plan of sale and liquidation under which the company would market its remaining nine multifamily assets, as well as Watergate 600 - an office asset - with the goal of a sale in the next 12 months. Following the closing of the Cortland sale, Elme and certain subsidiaries entered into a loan agreement with Goldman Sachs Bank USA, as lender, for a senior secured term loan with a principal amount of $520 million and a maturity date of Nov. 9, 2026. The REIT has the option to extend for an additional year. The term loan is intended to be repaid with the net proceeds from sales of the properties securing the term loan. Elme intends to return net proceeds from the portfolio sale, and a portion of the proceeds from the new term loan, to shareholders through an initial special liquidating distribution, which is expected to be between $14.50 and $14.82 per common share. This should happen after taking into account repayment of all existing corporate indebtedness, payment of costs and expenses related to the transactions and establishment of reserves in connection with the new term loan. Elme expects the initial special liquidating distribution to be declared later this year and paid in January 2026, subject to approval by the REIT's board of trustees. "With the completion of the portfolio sale to Cortland, our focus is on monetizing the company's remaining assets and maximizing value for shareholders," Paul McDermott, president and CEO, said in last week's press release. "We launched the sale process in the third quarter of this year and are aiming to complete all remaining sales by June 2026. Our goal remains to sell all of Elme's assets as soon as practicable to accelerate the return of capital to shareholders." Over the past several years, Elme, formerly known as WashREIT until 2022, has expanded its presence outside the Washington, D.C., metro area by acquiring properties in Atlanta. Still, its stock continued to trade at a discount to values in the private market, forcing the REIT to explore alternatives.

AInvest
Aug 4th, 2025
Cortland Partners Acquires 19 Property Portfolio from Elme Communities for $1.6 Billion

Cortland Partners, LLC has agreed to acquire a 19-property portfolio from Elme Communities for $1.6 billion.

PR Newswire
Mar 6th, 2025
American Renters: Homeownership No Longer Synonymous With The American Dream

Cortland survey shows paradigm shift for many U.S. rentersATLANTA, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly half (43%) of American renters say renting has enhanced their quality of life compared with owning a home. Among these respondents, affordability (59%), location convenience (51%), and maintenance/support (49%) were the top contributors to quality of life, according to a new survey by Co rtland that shares insights from 1,000 adult renters in the U.S.The data indicates a substantial divergence from traditional views of the American Dream, with only 32% of renters seeing homeownership as part of their ideal life trajectory. For those opting out of buying a home, avoiding maintenance and debt are the primary motivators, cited by 45% and 40% of respondents, respectively."The landscape of American living is evolving, and apartment living is no longer just a temporary phase," Cortland President of Operations Juan Bueno said. "For many, it's a deliberate choice due to the flexibility, and amenities renting offers, in addition to enhanced experience, community and freedom from the burdens often associated with traditional homeownership."Generational trends also shed light on shifting perceptions: While nearly half (41%) of Gen Z and millennial renters are unsure or doubtful about the feasibility of homeownership, a strong majority ─ 84% of Gen Z and 81% of millennials ─ report being at least somewhat satisfied with renting as a viable alternative. Among older generations, 71% of renters Gen X and older said they are at least somewhat satisfied with their current renting situation as an alternative to homeownership.Additional survey insights include:Top perceived barriers to homeownership are high housing costs (58%), rising living expenses (52%), and lack of savings (46%).Those who intend to be lifelong renters report they have higher expectations for rental properties (53%), and renters overall generally believe renting can meet their needs and preferences in a similar way to homeownership (49%).A third of renters who feel renting has enhanced quality of life attribute the improvement to a sense of community (34%).While a suburban setting is the most overall desired location (42%) among renters if they knew they would be renting permanently, a majority (38%) of respondents in the Northeast would prefer urban/city renting.Respondents who indicated they had previously owned at least one property were more likely than those who had never owned to indicate renting has increased their quality of life (52% vs