Sales Associate

About Ackermann Group:

Since 1938, the Ackermann Group has a long history in real estate development and property management that has continued to grow and thrive in the Midwest region. Our guiding principles of collaboration, commitment to a personal approach, and delivering above expectations are paramount to who we are as an organization. We believe in and are dedicated to our employees and invest in passionate individuals who want to be a part of a vibrant and community-focused culture.

What we're looking for:

We are seeking a full-time Sales Associate to join our team at our corporate office in Cincinnati, Ohio. As a Sales Associate at Ackermann Group, you will work directly with leads generated from our proprietary database and become an expert in our investment platform, marketing strategy, and track record in order to effectively tell our story, engage potential investors, and close new commitments. Additional responsibilites include:

Lead Engagement

• Conduct outbound calls to warm and cold leads generated from our database.
• Qualify potential investors by understanding their investment goals and suitability for our platform.
• Follow up with prospects through email, phone, and other communication channels to maintain interest and move them through the sales pipeline.
  
  

Sales Execution

• Present our investment strategy, platform, and track record in a compelling and professional manner.
• Effectively address objections and questions to build trust and confidence with potential investors.
• Close new investor commitments averaging $350,000 per investor.
  
  

Database Management

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all interactions with prospects in our CRM system.
• Track and report on progress against sales goals and pipeline metrics.
  
  

Continuous Learning

• Develop a deep understanding of our investment offerings, fund strategy, and historical performance.
• Stay informed about market trends and industry developments to effectively position our platform.
  
  

Collaboration

• Work closely with the marketing and investor relations teams to refine outreach strategies and materials.
• Provide feedback on lead quality and campaign effectiveness to optimize results.
  
  

The ideal Sales Associate will have:

• 3 years of sales experience, preferably in financial services, real estate investment, or other high-touch sales environments.
• Ability to thrive in a sales-driven environment
• Proven ability to engage and build relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• A results-oriented mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and systems for managing leads and tracking performance.
• Self-starter with the drive to achieve goals and take ownership of outcomes.
• Confident, professional, highly organized, and comfortable with high-volume outreach.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  
  

We are proud to offer many Benefits & Perks at Ackermann Group including:

• Competitive annual compensation performance bonus potential up to 50% of base salary based on achievement of sales targets
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k retirement program with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee rent discount to live at any Ackermann community
• Career coaching and development
• Company engagement events