Wizehire · 3 days ago
Real Estate Apprenticeship - Associate Broker
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$55K/yr - $55K/yrWizehire is the #1 Mega Real Estate team in Illinois, seeking an ambitious Associate Broker for a paid apprenticeship. This role offers hands-on experience and mentorship, focusing on delivering exceptional customer service and supporting higher-level brokers.
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Responsibilities
Deliver concierge-level customer service to sellers, buyers, and lenders, to improve customer satisfaction ratings
Field Support & Representation Support higher-level brokers and partners by being on-site for critical appointments, including showings, media shoots, and inspections
Direct Leadership Partnership Work side-by-side with Grigory Pekarsky in a high-energy, collaborative environment. You’ll have a front-row seat to the inner workings of the #1 independent team in the state, receiving direct, real-time mentorship that makes every day both a rewarding challenge and a massive leap forward in your career
Elite Partner Strategy Sessions Benefit from weekly coaching and oversight sessions directly with our Partner Brokers. A high-impact "win" for your development, providing a dedicated space to deconstruct complex deals, master advanced negotiation tactics, and receive the high-level strategic guidance necessary to fast-track your path to becoming a Team Broker
Dynamic Schedule & Availability Maintain a flexible full-time schedule that includes both weekdays and weekends. Success in this role requires being available Monday through Sunday to ensure the firm's high lead volume is always met with immediate, professional attention, positioning you perfectly to capitalize on every peak-market opportunity
"On-Call" Responsiveness Maintain an "on-call" status Monday - Sunday to ensure the firm's high lead volume is handled with immediate, professional attention
CRM Mastery Diligently manage and update your CRM (FollowUpBoss) to maintain "perfect" client records, handle all communications, and execute rigorous follow-ups
Daily Skill Sharpening Participate in mandatory daily role play and regular 1-on-1 training sessions to refine your sales scripts and conversion techniques
Collaborative Success Work closely with the Vesta team and collaborate with external professionals—including appraisers, inspectors, and lenders—to ensure seamless transactions
Concierge-Level Service Provide exceptional customer service by addressing all inquiries promptly and professionally, maintaining the firm’s reputation for excellence
Growth Mindset Proactively build your industry knowledge by attending educational events and seeking feedback during regular mentorship meetings
Integrity & Compliance Ensure strict adherence to all applicable fair housing regulations and real estate laws
Strict Performance Excellence & SOP Integrity Master and maintain the firm’s elite performance standards, including phone call pick-up rates, appointment set rates, and appointment met rates. You will be expected to fully adhere to established SOP flows for all systems, ensuring a consistent and "perfect" client experience
Accelerated Career Path to Team Broker This role is designed as a launchpad for your long-term success. Upon successfully reaching 15 closings, you will have a chance to graduate from the Associate program into a Team Broker position, officially moving into the next high-growth phase of your career
Qualification
Required
Available evenings and weekends
Background in real estate is required for this position
Great written and verbal skills
Ability to reliably commute to our office in Bucktown, Chicago
Available to work weekdays and weekends
Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize workload and handle multiple clients
Must have a high school diploma/GED or higher
Tech-literate and resourceful; must possess a basic understanding of Microsoft and Google Suite, and can learn our CRM and other platforms/systems we use
Previous experience in the real estate industry is a must
Must have a real estate license
Preferred
Previous experience in leasing/rentals is a plus
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus
Company
Wizehire
WizeHire, the most user-friendly, effective hiring solution for small businesses.
Founded in 2014
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$37.5MKey Investors
Tiger Global Management
2022-05-10Series B· $30M
2021-02-09Series A· $7.5M
Leadership Team
Sid Upadhyay
Co-founder & CEO
Nick Carneiro
Chief Technology Officer
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