About the job

Company Description

Cole Consulting is a boutique valuation and consulting firm that specializes in mid-size to complex commercial valuation and projections ranging up to billions in lending dollars. The industry involves tasks that are highly variable and fast-paced.

Role Description

This is a part time to full time on-site role as a Commercial Real Estate Analyst or Trainee in Chicago, IL. The role involves day-to-day tasks related to real estate analysis and research.

The Ideal Candidate has or is seeking an appraisal trainee license; enjoys challenges, has an interest in real estate, investment, analytics skills, writing, creative design and social media marketing. Analytical, detail oriented, excellent writing skills (journalism background a plus), finance or math science, computer savvy, capable of long sessions in excel or word to analyze data; entrepreneurial mindset, career-oriented.

Real Estate Analytics involves proficiency in math, writing and communication sciences. Only those with strong writing skill, attention to detail and typing speed should apply.

The Real Estate Appraisal Industry rewards individuals that are dedicated, hardworking, self-motivated and have an entrepreneurial spirit. Bonuses and other financial rewards are available.

Casual office environment. Client Encounters are Business Casual

Ethics and code of conduct are of high importance.

Tasks include, but are not limited to: Answering phone, field inspection assistant, data entry, market analysis, write ups of area or market analysis, taking photographs, fact checking, editing and interviewing brokers, running errands, schedule keeping, data entry portions of real property appraisal, some errands may arise related to property investment / management

Qualifications

Cover Letter Showing writing skills is a deal breaker.
Please do not apply without a cover letter
Strong analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or related field
Ability to work well in a teamApplication Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree.
1 to 2 years administrative or narrative experience required
Capability of commuting to South Loop Chicago Office 3 to 4 days / per week.
Solid math and analytical skills.
Macintosh based
Typing speed beyond 35 wpm is required. *Please do not apply if typing speed is not at 35 wpm or greater
Real Estate Analytics is a hands-on industry that involves intense co-working with peers and supervisors. This firm is on-location training, only. Remote work is not offered.
Candidates who intend to relocate for this position should have a strong history of field experience, real estate brokerage licensure and / or completion of multiple licensure courses

Benefifts

Visa Sponsorship Negotiable
Health, Retirement, Dental, Other
Education and benefits are available and negotiable.

Other

Only those with strong computer skills and Apple/Mac experience should apply.

Candidates intending to use A.I. or other similar bots to generate narrative content cannot be considered.

A key element of success in this industry is the ability to be greater than the competition, focus on giving rather than receiving, and follow instructions. Applicants that do not include an original, properly formatted cover will not be considered.