Leasing Specialist

Jobtailor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Chicago seeks a Real Estate Coordinator to assist with commercial property acquisitions from initial evaluation through closing, and to support lease administration, renewals, amendments, critical dates, and landlord communications.

You will coordinate due diligence activities, maintain lease files and real estate databases, and assist with financial analyses, market research, and site selection summaries. Travel may be required for site visits and transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Construction Management, or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in commercial real estate, property management, finance, construction, or related industry.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a growing real estate organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial property acquisitions from initial evaluation through closing.
• Support lease administration, renewals, amendments, critical dates, and landlord communications.
• Coordinate due diligence activities, including property inspections, environmental reports, surveys, appraisals, and title reviews.
• Maintain lease files, property records, and real estate databases.
• Assist with financial analyses, market research, and site selection summaries.
• Coordinate with brokers, attorneys, consultants, landlords, and internal stakeholders throughout real estate transactions.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and project updates for management.
• Support special projects related to expanding property portfolio.
• Travel occasionally to visit existing and prospective facilities.

Skills

Property acquisitions

Lease administration

Due diligence coordination

Financial analysis

Market research

Site selection

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Job description

• Assist with commercial property acquisitions from initial evaluation through closing
• Support lease administration, renewals, amendments, critical dates, and landlord communications
• Coordinate due diligence activities, including property inspections, environmental reports, surveys, appraisals, and title reviews
• Maintain lease files, property records, and real estate databases
• Assist with financial analyses, market research, and site selection summaries
• Coordinate with brokers, attorneys, consultants, landlords, and internal stakeholders throughout real estate transactions
• Prepare presentations, reports, and project updates for management
• Support special projects related to Daniels' expanding property portfolio
• Travel occasionally to visit existing and prospective Daniels facilities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field
• 0–2 years of experience in commercial real estate, property management, finance, construction, or a related industry
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn and develop within a growing real estate organization

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in commercial property acquisitions, lease administration, and financial analysis while effectively coordinating due diligence activities and managing stakeholder communications. Strong organizational and analytical skills are essential for success in a fast-paced real estate environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Commercial Property Acquisitions
• Lease Administration
• Financial Analysis
• Due Diligence Coordination
• Real Estate Market Research

Hard Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Market Research
• Property Inspections
• Environmental Reports
• Surveys
• Appraisals
• Title Reviews
• Lease Administration
• Real Estate Databases
• Site Selection

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Problem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate
• Bachelor's Degree in Business
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Industry Keywords

• Commercial Real Estate
• Property Management
• Real Estate Transactions
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Lease Files