Job Description
JOB TITLE: Broker Trainee/Research Analyst
DEPARTMENT: Operations
REPORTS TO: Head of Operations and People / Managing Partner
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time; Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
Join ECR's dynamic team and embark on an exciting career journey as our Broker Trainee/Research Analyst. This pivotal role is not just about data analysis and management; it's your gateway to a successful future as a Commercial Real Estate Broker. We've meticulously designed this program to groom you into a highly skilled broker within 18-24 months, and your contributions will play a key role in our mission to deliver exceptional service to our clients and the Austin community. As a Broker Trainee/Research Analyst, you'll spearhead collecting, analyzing, and disseminating critical commercial real estate market insights while adeptly managing our Salesforce-based Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This is a rare and invaluable opportunity to become part of a closely-knit family of professionals who are dedicated to becoming a top-tier service provider in the thriving Central Texas market. Your journey towards becoming a successful Commercial Real Estate Broker begins here.
DESIRED QUALITIES IN AN APPLICANT
Our Broker Trainee Research Analyst should exhibit:
1. Hunger for Client Success: A deep-seated motivation fueled by a passion for serving clients in commercial real estate brokerage.
2. Analytical Excellence: A keen analytical mind that thrives on dissecting complex market data and drawing meaningful insights.
3. Detail-Oriented Prowess: A penchant for the finer points, ensuring nothing escapes your meticulous scrutiny.
4. Swift Agility: The ability to operate at a dynamic pace, seamlessly adapting to the ever-evolving real estate landscape.
5. Team Synergy: A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, contributing to a culture of shared success.
6. Time-Management Wizardry: Exceptional time-management skills to juggle multiple tasks and priorities with finesse.
7. Organizational Virtuosity: A talent for maintaining order amidst complexity, ensuring everything is in its right place.
8. Research Acumen: Proficiency in research methodologies, turning data into actionable intelligence.
8. Communication Mastery: Effective communication skills to convey your insights and collaborate effectively with team members and clients.
9. Zeal for Growth: A fervent desire for continuous improvement fueled by a hunger for personal and professional development.
10. Versatile Adaptability: The versatility and flexibility to excel in an environment where the demands may vary, and challenges are met with enthusiasm.
If you possess these qualities and are committed to your journey towards becoming a successful commercial real estate broker, we invite you to be a part of our team. Your potential is our priority.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Salesforce CRM:
· Manage, execute, and track development of system
· Lead team training and create tutorials
· Develop informative reports and dashboards
· Liaise with Salesforce support team
· Enter data
Commercial Real Estate Research:
· Prepare quarterly market reports (office and industrial)
· Track and manage list of Austin’s commercial construction project pipeline
· Capture, analyze, and distribute market information
· Manage and develop transaction comparable database
· Support brokers’ research as needed
Operations and Marketing Support:
· Collect relevant news articles for marketing blast content
· Create broker tour packets as needed
· Assist with other projects as needed
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education & Experience:
· Undergraduate degree required
· Strong interest in commercial real estate
· No direct experience necessary
Software:
· Proficiency in Salesforce
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
· Prior use of CoStar a plus, not required
· Prior use of Podio a plus, not required
Attributes:
· Positive attitude, the ability to communicate effectively with a team, willingness and drive to learn, team-oriented, dependable, organized, assertive, and resourceful.
Abilities:
· Work independently, efficiently, and meet tight deadlines
· Communicate proactively to ensure understanding of assignments and instructions
· Present research findings effectively
· Decisive reasoning to determine the best course of action during research projects