Property Assistant

Colliers; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 31,836 - 37,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized medical benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

15 vacation days annually

10 paid holidays plus personal flex days

Job summary

Colliers is looking for a Property Assistant to join their Deerfield, IL office. This onsite role requires someone with a passion for customer care and strong organizational skills to manage tenant inquiries and support property management functions effectively.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of commercial real estate experience and proficiency with real estate software like Yardi and MRI. Benefits include competitive hourly pay, medical benefits, and generous vacation time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role within commercial real estate.
• Familiarity with real estate software such as Yardi, MRI, etc.
• Experience with contracts and leasing agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with property owners, tenants, vendors and contractors.
• Respond in a timely manner to tenants’ needs to meet lease obligations.
• Support the property manager by preparing regular ownership reports.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Decision-making capabilities

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Job description

At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

This position is an onsite role based out of our Deerfield, IL office.

About You

As Property Assistant, you will be involved in all aspects of assisting the team with a commercial property. Your superior communication and organizational skills mean that you are able to respond to tenant inquiries, exude professionalism, and your customer service skills are second to none. Strong client relationships are important to you. You enjoy playing a central role in customer care by bringing superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude to everything you do.

In this role, you will

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with property owners, tenants, vendors and contractors.
• Respond in a timely manner to tenants’ needs to meet lease obligations.
• Support the property manager by preparing regular ownership reports with accuracy and on-time.
• Manage all administrative tasks, including work orders, service requests, rent and expense payments, property maintenance and vendor compliance requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role within commercial real estate.
• Strong decision‑making capabilities to provide high‑level service to tenant needs.
• Excellent customer service skills, proactive, results‑oriented, and resourceful.
• Ability to meet deadlines without compromising accuracy, excellent product quality and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with real estate software such as Yardi, MRI, etc.
• Experience with contracts and leasing agreements.

Compensation

Approximate hourly range for this role is $23.11 to $27.49 per hour. Pay is determined by role, level, location and individual qualifications.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer‑subsidized medical benefits including RX, dental, vision, as well as employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short‑term/long‑term disability. Employees may enroll in our 401(k) plan, which includes an employer match. Employees also receive 10 sick days and a minimum of 15 vacation days annually. Certain senior‑level roles are eligible for unlimited time off. Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year. Parental leave up to 4‑12 weeks may be available depending on eligibility. State‑specific benefits may apply.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Direct applicants only, no agencies.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre‑employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.