Commercial Leasing Associate Boxed Up Self Storage - 3.0 Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $55,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Business development management Customer relationship building Phone communication Networking through cold outreach Research Business development Canva Attention to detail Prospecting Client acquisition Content management Sending lead generation communications Full Job Description Commercial Leasing Associate Position Summary We are seeking a motivated, outgoing, and ambitious Commercial Leasing Associate to help grow our commercial real estate leasing business. This role combines marketing, sales, lead generation, prospecting, tenant recruitment, and relationship building. The ideal candidate is a people-person who enjoys connecting with business owners, creating marketing content, pursuing new opportunities, and helping turn prospects into long-term tenants. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is hungry to succeed, eager to learn commercial real estate, and excited to contribute to the growth of a fast-paced leasing operation. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Tenant Acquisition Identify and prospect potential tenants for available commercial properties. Conduct outreach through phone calls, email campaigns, networking events, and social media. Build relationships with local businesses, entrepreneurs, franchise operators, and brokers. Research and recruit prospective tenants that align with property objectives. Assist in generating new leasing opportunities and expanding the company's tenant pipeline. Lead Management & Leasing Support Review incoming leads and evaluate potential tenant opportunities. Follow up promptly with prospects to maintain engagement. Assist with property tours, tenant presentations, and leasing discussions. Coordinate prospect information and maintain accurate records in CRM systems. Support negotiations and help move prospects through the leasing process until lease execution. Marketing & Branding Create marketing materials using Canva, including: Property flyers Social media posts Email campaigns Leasing brochures Promotional advertisements Assist with online property listings and digital marketing efforts. Manage social media content to showcase available commercial spaces. Help enhance the company's market presence and brand awareness. Relationship Management Serve as a positive first point of contact for prospective tenants. Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective clients. Work collaboratively with property owners, brokers, and internal team members. Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the leasing process. Growth & Learning Continuously develop knowledge of commercial real estate, leasing trends, and market conditions. Participate in training and professional development opportunities. Contribute ideas and strategies to help grow the commercial leasing business. Qualifications Required Skills Strong sales and business development abilities. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Experience using Canva for marketing and promotional materials. Comfortable making calls, networking, and prospecting for new business. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic. Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Preferred Qualifications Proficient with technology. CRM experience preferred. Social media marketing experience. Knowledge of local business communities and commercial markets.

Ideal Candidate You are:

A true people-person who enjoys meeting and helping others. Competitive, driven, and goal-oriented. Comfortable with sales, networking, and relationship-building. Creative and capable of producing marketing content in Canva. Resourceful when identifying and pursuing potential tenants. Eager to learn commercial real estate and grow professionally. Passionate about helping a business expand and succeed.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person