Sales Support Associate

CBRE; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE in Columbus, OH is seeking a Sales Support Associate to back the sales team, coordinate marketing materials, and engage with clients. You will help prepare presentations, campaigns, and proposals while gaining exposure to a fast-paced commercial real estate environment.

The role requires strong administrative experience, real estate knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Adobe InDesign and PowerPoint is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• 3 years in an administrative role
• 2 years in the Real Estate industry
• Active state real estate license preferred
• Ability to present information to a large group of employees
• Ability to calculate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions and conduct basic financial analysis
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet research and web publishing skills and ability to edit basic templates in Power Point and/or InDesign
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment of continuous change

Responsibilities

• Gather documentation to complete voucher forms and process Brokers' commission payments
• Assist with creating property marketing campaigns that include property information materials, comparable market evaluations, and targeted mailing lists (flyers, brochures, proposals)
• Assist with plan of action for marketing particular properties and support Sales team with business strategies
• Perform client property tours, resolve client issues, and reply to client pricing inquiries
• Source properties and clients by researching local and national databases
• Track and report on replies and communications from sourcing activities
• Maintain and update marketing database system, intranet, and external website
• Gather and analyze data to identify and solve complex problems and propose new techniques
• Impact own team and related teams and suggest improvements to processes

Skills

Administrative experience

Real estate experience

Presentation skills

Financial analysis

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

InDesign

Research skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Adobe InDesign

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

Join a team where no two days are the same. As a Sales Support Associate, you'll play a vital role supporting sales professionals, coordinating marketing initiatives, engaging with clients, and helping drive business success. You'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including presentations, marketing materials, and business development efforts, while building valuable professional skills.

Located in our beautiful downtown Columbus office, this position offers the perfect blend of professional development, teamwork, and exposure to a fast‑paced environment. Experience with tools such as Adobe InDesign is a plus, but a positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn are what matter most.

If you're ambitious, resourceful, and excited to grow your career alongside talented professionals, we'd love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

• Gather documentation to complete voucher forms and process Brokers' commission payments.




• Assist with creating property marketing campaigns that include property information materials, comparable market evaluations, and targeted mailing lists. This includes flyers, property brochures, and proposals.




• Assist with the plan of action of marketing particular properties. Support Sales team members with the implementation of business strategies.




• Perform client property tours, resolve client issues, and reply to client pricing inquiries.




• Source properties and clients by researching local and national databases.




• Track and report on replies and communications from sourcing activities.




• Maintain and update marketing database system, intranet, and external website.




• Gather and analyze data to identify and solve complex problems that arise with little or no precedent. May recommend new techniques.




• Impact own team and other teams whose work activities are closely related.




• Suggest improvements to existing processes and solutions to improve the efficiency of the team.

What You’ll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High school diploma required




• 3 years in an administrative role working with professionals




• 2 years in the Real Estate industry.




• Active state real estate license preferred.




• Ability to present information to a large group of employees.




• Ability to calculate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions and conduct basic financial analysis. Must know how to abstract a lease. Requires knowledge of financial terms and concepts.




• Requires sophisticated detailed and quantitative skills.




• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet research and web publishing skills and ability to edit basic templates in Power Point and/or InDesign.




• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment of continuous change.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

We offer a competitive compensation package, complete with benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/401(k)/Disability/Paid holidays/vacation).

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Sales Support Associate position is $28.85 per hour and the maximum salary for the Client Services Associate position is $32.22 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. We offer a competitive compensation package, complete with benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/401(k)/Disability/Paid holidays/vacation).

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

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