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What they do
A Real Estate Agent works with clients to help them buy, sell or rent property. Works with and represents either a buyer or a seller in real estate transactions, and specializes in residential, commercial or other types of property. Offers clients up to date knowledge of local communities, real estate markets and prices. May be licensed to operate a real estate business.
$92,723 / year median in California
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American (
NYSE:
FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do In support of the Sales strategy for assigned territory, develops and retains a quality residential client base of Real Estate Agents and Brokers, Lenders, Builders, Agents, Attorneys and others through the acquisition of new business and maintenance of existing customers to attain maximum sales volume and develop maximum potential volume from all markets for the division's products and/or services. Essential Functions Builds client relationships, secures new orders from new customers, and maintains and expands business with existing client base Compiles lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from networking, websites, newspapers, business directories, industry ads, trade shows, and other sources and develop and execute on a call plan for qualified real estate agents, brokers and their staff, lenders and attorneys Assesses individual client needs and develops, presents and implements a plan to meet those needs Is highly visible in his/her marketing area by attending real estate industry functions and participating in community and real estate events Collaborates with internal marketing teams provided for their territory where needed to develop local marketing content (print, electronic) and social media presence to drive brand awareness to support sales strategy Effectively creates or adapts and delivers presentations to customer groups, target customers, agents and others Interacts daily with other work groups (Operations, Marketing and Escrow branches Communicates proactively with and responds in a timely manner to clients Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used Ability to listen to customers and understand their needs and objectives to better respond and provide solutions Applies diplomacy and tact Demonstrates persistence, tenacity and consistency in pursuing revenues opportunities Strong interpersonal communication skills Flexible with the ability to adapt strategy to changing conditions Understanding of market and competition with the ability to identify external threats and opportunities Ability to persuade and influence others Strong negotiation skills Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and providing a positive company image to the public. Typical Education High School Diploma Typical Range of Experience 2- 5 years of successful residential Title/Real estate industry experience Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales goals License or Certification Requires a valid driver's license. This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
•Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County.
•First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. What We Offer By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.