Commercial Real Estate Associate

Colliers International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers International in Canada is seeking a driven Sales Associate to join our commercial real estate team. You will work with senior professionals and be mentored by an industry expert, taking ownership of your professional growth and client engagement.

You will learn to conduct business development, qualify leads, perform market research, and assist with deal transactions in a dynamic, supportive environment. The role emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and client-focused execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales, with professionalism and mature judgment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify leads and contact opportunities.
• Maintain records of correspondence in CRM+, the national database.
• Conduct market information research using various tools.
• Assist with deal transactions including listings, leases, offers and sales agreements.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Cold-calling

Market research

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Real estate license

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Accelerate your success at Colliers. Why Colliers? As one of Canada's leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities. A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don't just take our word for it – we've been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

Who you are

Are you an experienced sales professional looking for a change or a recent graduate looking to kick-start your career? Are you interested in working with "C" suite executives and business owners while having true ownership of your professional growth? If you are a driven, collaborative, and hard-working individual and you are passionate about commercial real estate, then this role is for you!

As a Sales Associate, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of senior professionals and be mentored directly by an industry professional.

What you bring

• Experience with business development and/or sales activities, such as cold-calling and market research, sound judgement and the ability to navigate complex business relationships while maintaining a high level of professionalism and maturity
• Strong interpersonal skills - can build rapport and credibility quickly with people at all levels
• Must be detail-oriented; possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Bonus skills and experience: Post-secondary diploma or degree is an asset
• Real estate license is required (or close to completion)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Prior experience using CRM programs
• Experience in the Commercial real estate sector or a related industry is considered a strong asset.
• Prior experience performing property valuation is considered a strong asset

What you will be learning

• How to conduct business development activities by identifying and qualifying leads and contacts, lead on-site tours of properties for clients and prospects.
• Maintain records of correspondence within CRM+, our national database
• How to conduct market information research through a variety of tools
• How to execute and assist with deal transactions including listing/commission agreements, leases, offers and sales agreements.

Approximate Salary Range for Role: 100% commission based. We are creating a talent pipeline for anticipated vacancies. Colliers does not use AI-enabled tools to sort or decline applications. All decisions are made by our talent acquisition team.

What we offer:

• Innovative projects: Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.
• Career growth: Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.
• Competitive benefits & compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.
• Collaborative culture: Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

• Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community.
• Learn more: https://www.collierscanada.com/en-ca/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
• Global network: Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [e-mail].

We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What's more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.