Client Services Coordinator - Avison Young
Houston, TX
About the Job
Our Story
Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. We’ve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization.
At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. Real estate can have a significant positive impact on people’s lives – and we’re in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.
If you're looking for career opportunities where you can excel and contribute to a strong company culture, we want to hear from you. Join our highly motivated team and take pride in your work as we create a better future together.
Overview
Located in our Houston, TX (Galleria) office and reporting to the Operations Manager, this role includes daily real estate administrative support in a fast-paced environment. As a Client Services Coordinator (“CSC”), you will provide sales, marketing, and research support along with general office administration to our brokers and clients. Your responsibilities will be an exciting mix of providing presentation support, listing and offer preparation, property marketing and client reporting, conducting market research and transaction administration, all while coordinating promotional and post sales marketing materials (under the direction of our marketing team).
The ideal candidate will have either a minimum of three years’ experience in the real estate industry and/or a diploma/degree relevant to real estate. This role is suited for someone who is passionate about real estate and whose preference is to have a successful real estate career in an administrative capacity.
Responsibilities
The key responsibilities of a Client Services Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the following:
Administration
- Preparation, control, and maintenance of legal documents (letters of intent, offers, proposals, commission agreements, listing agreements, amendments, waivers, extensions, and Multiple Listing Services agreements) throughout the deal and due diligence process
- Maintain and review property listings and manage expiry dates and prepare required documentation
- Maintain records of correspondence for property listings with agents and update client reporting as required
- Work closely with agents on various initiatives and special projects
- Coordinate deal processing with agents and Accounting Department
- Schedule meetings, appointments, property tours and travel plans
- Proofread copy for spelling, grammar and layout. Make appropriate changes and ensure the accuracy and clarity of the final copy
- Provide administrative support for internal and external correspondence including file management, scanning, photocopying, organizing and distributing marketing materials
Marketing
- Organize, create, prepare and produce client specific packages, presentations, and proposals
- Utilize Adobe Creative Suite to produce, coordinate and assemble marketing materials for property listings, including brochures, invitations, signage, and announcements, while maintaining the Avison Young brand throughout all projects
- Create, maintain, and schedule email communications using HubSpot
- Create custom maps, site plans and building stack plans for use in proposals and presentations
- Update listings on Avison Young website and other locations as advised
Research
- Conduct market information research through various sources including CRM and third-party databases such as MLS, Altus, CoStar etc.
- Prepare property availability surveys and other applicable research and marketing collateral relevant
- Update CRM database with current market and client information
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential task at an above average level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Advanced knowledge and efficient use of business suite computer programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat)
- Possess characteristic traits of independent thinking, self-starting initiative while working well in a team-oriented environment.
- Must be able to handle flexibility in task management while having a keen eye for detail
- Ability to read, analyze, interpret and create general business documentation
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence and format presentations
- Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent proofreading and editing skills
- Ability to multi-task, utilize effective time management skills, and be able to recognize and respond to time sensitive issues and tasks
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure with multiple timelines and with limited direction/ supervision
- Ability to maintain discretion regarding personnel and industry-related matters
- Attitude — positive, always seeking to better our team, reaching out to bring value
Workplace Type
On-SiteOur Equal Opportunity Commitment
Our Equal Opportunity Commitment
Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all.
Benefits offered to full time W2 employees:
- Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
- 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
- Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits
- Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work-Life Balance:
- Competitive paid vacation days
- 2 personal/wellness days
- Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
- Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving