Associate, Brokerage Services

Overview The Avison Young Associate Program has been designed to provide Associates with the skills necessary to become professional commercial real estate sales/leasing representatives. The Associate is gradually introduced to a variety of situations he/she will be required to handle professionally and competently once he/she becomes a salesperson. The educational and licensing courses provide the Associate with the basic tools required to be a licensed real estate agent, while the knowledge of Avison Young’s highly experienced Principals, management and senior staff will provide the necessary environment and mentoring to enable the Associate to become a knowledgeable, professional and successful Avison Young real estate negotiator.Associates should possess the attitude and skills necessary to become successful commercial real estate sales representatives. These attributes include being sales-oriented, motivated, dedicated, ethical, highly energetic, able to work under pressure, and possessing strong financial and analytical skills. Responsibilities This guide is intended to provide new Associates with a broad understanding of their role at Avison Young. The following items are some of the major tasks to be performed by Associates Program:Assisting Senior Sales RepresentativesThe Associate will report to a senior Principal/sales representative and will aid the sales representative in various capacities. These include preparing proposals and market surveys and participating in tours of the listings.New Business DevelopmentThe Associate will be involved in cold calling, networking and prospecting for new business under the direction of the mentor.AnalysisThe Associate will become involved with preparing various detailed financial analyses, as well as assessing and reviewing leases, proposals, building valuations, market trends, tenant rolls, etc.MarketingAs part of Avison Young’s responsibility to market properties either for lease or for sale, the Associate will be active in preparing Particulars of Sale, designing brochures and pamphlets, and organizing various advertising campaigns.Assisting Salespeople and the CompanyThe Associate will assist other Avison Young personnel in meeting the Company’s needs as required and only where the Manager and senior sales representatives approve such assistance.Market ReportsGathering and preparing all necessary information and particulars for Avison Young’s market reports, which are completed on a regular schedule.Regular Morning MeetingsThe Associate will attend all meetings as required. Associates are to report on media articles and other current information pertaining to the real estate market.Knowledge of Buildings, Owners, TenantsDuring the Associate’s training period, he/she should become familiar with all of the buildings/properties as appropriate, as well as with the major commercial projects in the suburban areas.Avison Young Information SystemsThe Associate will have an active role in helping with Avison Young’s expanding CRM system. The Associate will be required to work with computer spreadsheets to perform day-to-day financial analysis as well as become proficient with our real estate valuation, mapping and research programs. Avison Young also maintains a real estate CRM database program to track activities of office buildings and tenants. The Associate will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance of this database. Qualifications Required Educational CoursesThe Associate will be required to take the necessary licensing courses through the Alberta Real Estate Association within their term as an Associate. Avison Young encourages all sales people and Associates to enhance their knowledge in real estate through optional courses. Workplace Type On-Site Avison Young practices as an equal opportunity employer in all services locations around the world. We are committed to building and maintaining a workforce diverse in experience, skills and knowledge with uniformity in service excellence, commitment and integrity. The firm maintains a strict policy to ensure employment opportunities are equal and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, protected veteran or military service status, or any other elements protected by law.Avison Young welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates during the recruitment process. For those requiring assistance, information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Avison Young is committed to employing the best talent with the most fair and equitable recruitment practices. Apply with us TODAY