Associate Broker (Retail, Industrial, or Office)

Job Title: Associate Broker (Retail, Industrial, or Office)

Location: Houston, TX

Company: Aspire Commercial

Aspire Commercial, a forward-thinking boutique commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an Associate Broker specializing in retail, industrial, or office to join our innovative team. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career with a company that integrates cutting-edge technology, emphasizes personal brand development, and combines entrepreneurial thinking with exceptional client service.

At Aspire, we’ll help you cultivate your personal brand, provide you with best-in-class tools, and foster an entrepreneurial culture that empowers you to excel in the industry.

About the Role

As an Associate Broker, you’ll work closely with owners to position properties successfully in the market, source qualified tenants, and drive leasing and sales activity. You’ll collaborate with our marketing and operations teams, utilizing best-in-class resources to deliver exceptional client service. Reporting to your assigned Director, your role will blend business development, marketing, and hands-on transaction management to secure new listings and add value to client portfolios.

Key Responsibilities:

Prospecting

• Generate leads through targeted cold calling, leveraging CRE platforms (Costar, LoopNet, etc.), social media, and your professional network.

Property Tours

• Showcase available spaces to potential tenants, emphasizing their value and suitability for tenant needs.

Proposal Development

• Draft and present lease proposals to prospective tenants, working closely with clients to secure favorable terms.

Deal Execution

• Negotiate lease terms with tenants and brokers, ensuring alignment with client objectives.

Market Research & Property Positioning

• Stay informed on market trends, including occupancy and absorption rates, and use data to position properties competitively through strategic alterations, budgeting, and marketing.

Client Deliverables

• Collaborate with the marketing team to create high-quality materials, listing activity reports, and market surveys.

Relationship Building

• Foster and maintain relationships with landlords, tenants, and industry professionals to enhance Aspire’s reputation for trust and transparency.

Opportunity Development

• Identify new business opportunities, secure client meetings, and pitch listings with support from Aspire’s leadership team.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of landlord representation experience in commercial real estate, with a focus on leasing and/or sales in the retail, industrial, or office sectors are preferred.

Licensing:

• Active Texas Real Estate Salesperson License.

Skills & Technical Proficiency:

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and CRE platforms like Costar, LoopNet, and Crexi.
• Familiarity with social media platforms for business development is a plus.

Mindset:

• Entrepreneurial with strong time-management skills.
• Team-oriented, with a willingness to support and learn from peers and leadership.

Why Aspire?

Advanced Tools & Resources:

• Work with industry-leading technology, including AI-powered CRMs and best-in-class property marketing tools.

Personal Brand Development:

• Build and grow your personal brand on social media with Aspire’s support to drive business opportunities.

Innovative Culture:

• Join a company that values innovation, empowerment, and entrepreneurial growth.

Mentorship:

• Receive guidance from top CRE professionals in Houston, with a focus on business development, deal execution, and best practices.

Join Our Team at Aspire Commercial

At Aspire Commercial, we’re reshaping the commercial real estate industry with a fresh perspective. If you’re a driven broker with a passion for commercial real estate brokerage and a desire to grow your career, we want to hear from you. Together, we’ll leverage cutting-edge technology, cultivate your personal brand, and provide the tools and mentorship to help you succeed.

Take the next step in your career with Aspire Commercial – where innovation meets opportunity in commercial real estate.