Commercial Portfolio Associate- Leasing, Marketing, Operations

Job description:

Job Title: Commercial Portfolio Associate- Leasing, Marketing, Operations

Location: Concord, NH

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 annually

Position Summary

We are helping our client fill a Commercial Portfolio Associate- Leasing, Marketing, Operations position. Our client is a dynamic commercial real estate investment firm specializing in the acquisition and active management of value-add industrial properties across New England. They are seeking a motivated professional to join their team, working directly with the Principals on leasing strategies and supporting our in-house Asset Manager on property operations.

Position Summary: This is a full-time, hybrid position. While the primary focus is on our New Hampshire portfolio, the role requires travel to assets throughout New England. Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of professional experience, a strong work ethic, and a desire to build a career in Commercial Real Estate. Prior industry experience is not required; comprehensive training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Leasing & Marketing

• Tenant Acquisition: Proactively generate leads through cold calling, field canvassing (door-knocking comparable properties), and rapid response to inbound inquiries.
• Marketing Management: Develop and maintain high-quality marketing collateral. Ensure premium placement and accuracy on platforms including LoopNet, Crexi, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist.
• Pipeline Administration: Maintain the leasing dashboard to track all activity from initial lead to executed lease, ensuring no opportunity is lost.
• Relationship Management: Represent the firm at Chamber of Commerce events and maintain monthly contact with the regional brokerage community to ensure Northwood Capital’s assets are top-of-mind.
• Transaction Coordination: Conduct property tours and manage the leasing administration process, including LOIs, lease execution, deposits, insurance compliance, move-ins and move-outs.

Property Operations

• Operational Support: Work closely with the Asset Manager to execute day-to-day property management tasks and strategic asset plans.
• Project Oversight: Serve as the on-site liaison for contractors during tenant fit-outs and capital improvement projects, ensuring work is completed to spec.
• Vendor Management: Assist the Asset Manager in sourcing and vetting new service providers (plumbers, electricians, pavers) to expand our vendor network.
• Financial Monitoring: aid in tracking project costs against budgets, managing change orders, and verifying accurate billing.
• Asset Documentation: Create and update detailed specification sheets for all units, documenting critical data such as mechanical age, clear heights, and power capacity.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 1–3 years of professional experience in any field.
• Mobility: Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are mandatory for travel across New England.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and CRM software. Ability to learn new property management tools quickly.
• Attributes: Self-starter with a "hunter" mentality; comfortable with phone-based outreach and face-to-face networking.
• Preferred (Not Required): Basic understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, structural) is an advantage.

Compensation

• $60,000 annually
• Performance-based Commission Structure (Leasing Bonuses)
• Direct mentorship from the firm's Partners and Asset Manager

Our Core Values

This role is expected to embody and uphold the company’s core values:

• Win every week by making consistent progress and meeting commitments
• Build for the long term by prioritizing sustainable systems and strong relationships
• Thrive in change by adapting quickly to evolving priorities
• Strive for order by creating clarity, organization, and process
• Open & courageous communication through honesty, respect, and accountability
• DON’T be a d*%kk by treating everyone with professionalism, kindness, and respect