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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and organized Real Estate Office Assistant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. You will support managers and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. The ability to effectively communicate via phone and email ensuring that all administrative duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner is essential for this role. The Real Estate Office Assistant will be responsible for confidential and time-sensitive material and will be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. The successful candidate will be able to work independently with little or no supervision. This role requires someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment. You will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, so a professional demeanor and excellent customer service skills are a must. If you are passionate about real estate and have a knack for administrative tasks, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Answer and direct phone calls
- Organize and schedule appointments
- Plan meetings and take detailed minutes
- Write and distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms
- Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
- Develop and maintain a filing system
- Update and maintain office policies and procedures
- Order office supplies and research new deals and suppliers
- Maintain contact lists
- Book travel arrangements
- Submit and reconcile expense reports
- Provide general support to visitors
- Act as the point of contact for internal and external clients
- Liaise with executive and senior administrative assistants to handle requests and queries from senior managers
- Coordinate and manage property listings and client databases
- Assist with marketing and advertising efforts
- Prepare real estate documents and contracts
- Handle confidential information with integrity
- Support the real estate team with various administrative tasks
- Ensure the office is clean, organized, and well-maintained
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as an administrative assistant or office admin assistant
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
- Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines
- Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular)
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- High School degree; additional qualification as an Administrative assistant or Secretary will be a plus
- Experience in the real estate industry is preferred
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Customer service attitude
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Ability to learn new software and systems quickly
- Strong work ethic and reliability
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your previous experience in an administrative role?
- How do you prioritize your tasks when you have multiple deadlines?
- What strategies do you use to stay organized?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you handled a difficult client or situation?
- How do you handle confidential information?
- What software programs are you proficient in?
- How do you ensure accuracy in your work?
- Can you describe a time when you had to work as part of a team?
- What do you know about our company and the real estate industry?
- How do you handle stress and pressure in a fast-paced environment?
- Can you give an example of a time when you went above and beyond in your role?
- How do you stay updated with the latest office management practices?
- What do you think are the most important qualities for a Real Estate Office Assistant?
- How do you handle interruptions and unexpected tasks?
- Can you describe a time when you had to learn a new software or system quickly?
- What motivates you to perform well in your job?
- How do you ensure effective communication within the team?
- Can you describe a situation where you had to manage multiple tasks simultaneously?
- What do you enjoy most about working in an administrative role?
- How do you handle feedback and criticism?