Property Assistant

Colliers International; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with employer match

Vacation days

Unlimited time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Colliers Lake Forest is seeking a Property Assistant to support the team with tenant inquiries, lease obligations, and admin tasks. Strong communication and organization are essential to succeed in this onsite role.

You will develop relationships with owners, tenants, and vendors, respond promptly to tenant needs, and assist the property manager with ownership reports and day-to-day operations.

This position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within Colliers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role within commercial real estate.
• Strong communication, organization and customer service skills.
• Ability to respond to tenant needs and meet lease obligations.

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 with accuracy and on-time.
• Manage all administrative tasks, including work orders, service requests, rent and expense payments, property maintenance and vendor compliance requirements.

Skills

Tenant relations

Tenant inquiries

Organizational skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Yardi

MRI

Leasing contracts

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Job description

Make your next move an expert one.

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 Lake Forest, 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, you 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 tenants 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.

Pursuant to state/local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

• Area/Location Specific: Lake Forest, IL


• Approximate Hourly Range for this Role: $23.11/hour to $27.49/hour

Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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 are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes an employer match.


• Employees will 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.


• Employees may also be permitted up to 4-12 weeks of paid parental leave depending on eligibility criteria.


• Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

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Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

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.

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.