Marwa Qurishie
Oshawa
Summary
Energetic and results-driven Leasing and Sales Specialist with over 2 years of experience in residential property leasing, client engagement, and administrative support. Proven ability to close deals, manage end-to-end leasing processes, and support executive operations. Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills with a track record of maintaining high occupancy rates. Adept at working in hybrid environments with flexible travel availability across the Greater Toronto Area.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant & Office Manager
Metcap Living Management
10.2024 - Current
- Managed the President and VP's complex schedules; coordinated internal meetings, client appointments, and site tours with contractors.
- Screened and directed calls on behalf of the President/CEO.
- Maintained executive filing systems and managed documentation including corporate policies, internal forms, and lease agreements in coordination with commercial brokers and legal counsel.
- Updated reporting and meeting schedules, tracked vacation time for staff, and submitted detailed expense reports.
- Organized travel logistics for staff and executives, including flight, hotel, and car rental arrangements; managed corporate credit cards.
- Registered company staff for professional development events and conferences.
- Compiled, formatted, and distributed weekly leasing reports to clients and executives.
- Supervised receptionist and office administrator, delegating clerical, administrative, and secretarial duties.
- Managed vendor relationships with external service providers including cleaners, shredding companies, and alarm system providers.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and ensured smooth day-to-day operations.
- Drafted internal and external communication materials including memos, presentations, emails, and reports.
- Took and distributed detailed meeting minutes for internal and external discussions.
- Handled additional responsibilities as assigned by the President/CEO such as coordinating building issue files, managing corporate bills, and supporting Operations leadership.
- Coordinated and supported internal and external meeting logistics including catering and document preparation.
- Assisted the Finance department with budgeting and special projects.
- Collected and prepared financial data for internal and external distribution.
- Maintained accurate contact lists for executives and external stakeholders.
Leasing Agent
Metcap Living Management
11.2021 - 10.2024
- Advertised available properties across multiple platforms and monitored campaign effectiveness.
- Collected and analyzed demographic information to enhance targeting strategies.
- Pre-screened prospects and scheduled appointments via phone and online booking tools.
- Organized and hosted open houses and private tours, showcasing unit features and amenities.
- Presented all benefits of properties in a persuasive, customer-focused manner.
- Conducted market comparisons and mystery shopping to assess competitive positioning.
- Followed up with prospects to maintain engagement and improve lease conversion rates.
- Performed credit checks and managed all documentation associated with rental applications.
- Maintained up-to-date commission records.
- Inspected model and vacant units to ensure they were ready for showing and leasing.
- Promoted and presented units to prospective tenants, effectively closing lease agreements.
- Maintained accurate leasing records and conducted follow-ups to ensure tenant satisfaction.
- Utilized strong communication skills to address inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
Court Clerk
Ministry of the Attorney General
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Assisted in preparing legal documentation, maintained digital/physical court records, and fulfilled document requests.
- Provided front-line support in a fast-paced judicial environment.
Sales Associate
Urban Planet
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Delivered personalized customer experiences and consistently exceeded sales targets.
- Handled POS transactions, returns, and inventory management with professionalism.
Education
Dental Assisting Diploma -
George Brown College
Toronto, ON09.2018
High School Diploma -
Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute
Toronto, ON07.2017
Skills
- Yardi Systems – Property & Asset Management Software
- Residential Leasing & Tenant Relations
- Sales & Prospect Closing Techniques
- Client Engagement & Retention
- Appointment Scheduling & CRM Systems
- Market Research & Competitor Analysis
- Property Tours & Open House Coordination
- Credit Checks & Application Processing
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication
- Bilingual: English, Dari, Urdu, Farsi
Timeline
Executive Assistant & Office Manager
Metcap Living Management
10.2024 - Current
Leasing Agent
Metcap Living Management
11.2021 - 10.2024
Court Clerk
Ministry of the Attorney General
01.2018 - 06.2018
Sales Associate
Urban Planet
01.2017 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute
Dental Assisting Diploma -
George Brown College
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