Commission-Only Chicago CRE Leasing Associate Broker

Farbman Group; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

No cap earnings

Active landlord assignments

Marketing & listing infrastructure

Job summary

Farbman Group of Chicago seeks an entrepreneurial Associate Broker (1099 independent contractor, commission-only) to join the Chicago team. This hands‑on production role involves sourcing assignments, working deals with senior brokers, and building a long‑term client base from day one.

The ideal candidate is self‑directed, knowledgeable in the Chicago market, and thrives in a commission‑driven environment, with access to mentorship and a growth path within the brokerage platform.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of commercial real estate brokerage or related experience.
• Knowledge of downtown Chicago office and/or retail markets.
• Active Illinois Real Estate Broker License.

Responsibilities

• Source and develop new landlord and tenant representation assignments
• Execute leasing strategies for assigned office and retail listings in downtown Chicago
• Conduct property tours, prepare proposals, and negotiate LOIs and lease terms
• Research and qualify prospective tenants and maintain a prospect pipeline
• Collaborate with senior brokers and principals on deal strategy and client presentations
• Prepare and deliver market analyses, comps, and leasing activity summaries
• Utilize CRM tools to manage pipeline and track deal activity
• Attend industry events and client meetings to build market presence
• Support marketing including email campaigns, flyers, and listing platforms (CoStar, LoopNet)

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Written communication

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Real Estate/Finance or related field

Tools

CoStar

LoopNet

Buildout

Apto

Job description

Farbman Group of Chicago seeks an entrepreneurial Associate Broker (1099 independent contractor, commission-only) to join the Chicago team. This hands‑on production role involves sourcing assignments, working deals with senior brokers, and building a long‑term client base from day one.

The ideal candidate is self‑directed, knowledgeable in the Chicago market, and thrives in a commission‑driven environment, with access to mentorship and a growth path within the brokerage platform.