DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
We are looking for a results-driven and detail-oriented Director of Administration to join Advocate Commercial Real Estate Advisors, LLC, a full-service tenant representation company with offices in Chicago and Detroit.
The right candidate will have an instinctive ability to recognize, retain, and respect the talent within the organization, and help guide employees to reach their full potential through support and mentorship.
This dedicated leader will develop and maintain control of all business operations and will be an experienced and efficient leader with excellent people skills, business acumen, and an exemplary work ethic. The ideal individual will also be a strategic planner with the essential ability to specify, strategize, and define opportunities.
RESPONSIBILITIes:
Oversee daily operations and make adjustments as necessary, ensuring the organization is consistently “rowing” together in the same direction
Oversee Broker Teams and Sales Teams
Works with the executive team to execute the business plan, achieving or exceeding established P&L objectives
Filters and translates the CEO’s ideas into functional plans for the company
Effectively resolve issues - must be comfortable with conflict, addressing issues, and solving problems in a practical and healthy manner
Identify areas of opportunities for improvements across the organization, including opportunities to improve revenue, reduce cost, and increase profitability throughout the organization all while improving efficiency
Attract, retain, and develop a high-performing team
Lead, manage and hold direct reports accountable for achieving agreed-upon commitments
Cultivate and manage healthy relationships with strategic partners and vendors
Oversee Advocate’s sister company, ACRE Project Management
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven results as a Administrative Officer, Operations Officer, or a similarly relevant role
Experience building high performing teams, including the ability to recognize and cultivate rising talent required
Adept at transitioning seamlessly from a strategic level vision to day-to-day tactical operations required
Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics required
A demonstrated execution mindset and a record of success holding people accountable required
Understanding of and ability to create healthy organizational culture required
Excellent interpersonal communication skills required
Varied experiences and responsibilities in Operations, Finance, and Human Resources strongly preferred
Experience leading high-performance teams within the professional services industry strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree required
Advanced degree, MBA or similar, preferred
Please email formatted cover letters and resumes to craig@advocateadvisors.com or click “apply” below to send a plain text application.