Associate
CBRE
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 3 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- MarketingNetworkingSalesExcelMicrosoft Office
- Work
- On-site in Chicago
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Excel39%Sales21%Marketing18%Networking9%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 27, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As a CBRE SP-Associate, you will be responsible for developing business, marketing commercial real estate properties, and negotiating the leasing terms, purchase, or sale of an asset on behalf of clients. This job is part of the Brokerage job function, responsible for the buying, selling, and letting of residential, office, and commercial properties on behalf of clients for occupation.
Key Responsibilities
- Secure new and expanded business opportunities through prospecting, networking, relationship building, and selling additional services to the current client base.
- Provide clients with pertinent information on leasing availability, current market conditions, and property values.
- Accompany prospective clients to property sites to discuss features, leasing rates, and terms.
- Assemble property data such as tenant surveys, summary reports, and maps.
- Prepare RFPs and review responses.
- Evaluate data and prepare specialized reports on average asking rents, tenants in the market, historical data, and market comparisons.
- Gather and coordinate materials necessary for transactions such as listing agreements, commission agreements, leases, and sales agreements.
- Prepare offers, term sheets, and lease amendments.
- Assist attorneys in preparing real estate contracts.
- Participate in negotiations and due diligence.
- Apply standard principles with limited practical experience.
- Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values.
- Impact the quality of own work.
- Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
- Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Real Estate License (strongly preferred)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems.
- Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.
- Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
- Intermediate math skills, including the ability to calculate percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
This is a commission-based role.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance