Chief of Staff

Douglas Elliman Real Estate; Miami Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent real estate brokerage is seeking a Chief of Staff to coordinate high-level operations in Miami Beach, FL. This full-time hybrid role involves facilitating communication among departments and assisting in strategic initiatives. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills, strategic planning experience, and a relevant degree; an MBA is preferred. This position offers opportunities to work remotely occasionally.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Experience in stakeholder communication and relationship management.
• Strong strategic planning and operational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage high-level operations and initiatives.
• Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership.
• Facilitate cross-department communication.

Skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder communication

Strategic planning

Decision-making

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

MBA (preferred)

Job description

Douglas Elliman Real Estate is one of the largest residential brokerage firms in the United States, with operations in several key markets, including New York, Florida, California, Texas, Colorado, and others. The company is renowned for its expertise in residential real estate and its innovative use of disruptive property technology (PropTech). Beyond brokerage, Douglas Elliman offers services such as development marketing, property management, and settlement and escrow services in select markets. Committed to providing cutting-edge solutions, the firm also invests in early‑stage PropTech companies and solutions to redefine the real estate experience.

Role Description

Douglas Elliman Real Estate is seeking a Chief of Staff to help coordinate and manage high-level operations and strategic initiatives across the organization. This is a full‑time hybrid role based in Miami Beach, FL, with opportunities to work remotely on occasion. The Chief of Staff will serve as a strategic partner to the executive leadership, manage priorities and workflows, facilitate cross‑department communications, and ensure efficient execution of key initiatives. The successful candidate will also act as a liaison among stakeholders and assist in long‑term planning, organizational decision‑making, and problem‑solving across various projects.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
• Proficiency in stakeholder communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Strategic planning and operational leadership experience
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities with attention to detail
• Proficiency with project management tools and software
• Ability to lead and align cross‑functional teams across various disciplines
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience in real estate, business management, or a similar field is highly beneficial
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; an advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is preferred