What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Agent position at VelvetNYC?
Company Description VelvetNYC is a real estate brokerage focused on serving diverse residential and commercial clients throughout New York City, with a strong presence in Queens. The company is dedicated to providing personalized, transparent service and building long-term relationships with property owners, buyers, tenants, and investors. VelvetNYC values professionalism, local market expertise, and integrity in every interaction. Team members are encouraged to collaborate, share knowledge, and grow their careers in a supportive, performance-driven environment.
Role Description The Real Estate Agent at VelvetNYC is a full-time, hybrid role based in Queens, NY, with flexibility for some work-from-home activities such as lead follow-up, virtual showings, and administrative tasks. Day-to-day responsibilities include prospecting and qualifying leads, conducting property showings, preparing and presenting listings, and guiding clients through the full transaction process—from initial consultation to closing. The agent will draft and review offers, coordinate inspections and appraisals, and collaborate with lenders, attorneys, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth, compliant transactions. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate records in CRM systems, staying current with local market trends and regulations, and participating in team meetings and training to continually enhance sales and customer service performance.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess a valid Real Estate License and a strong foundation in Real Estate and Real Property concepts.
- Candidates should possess solid Sales experience, including negotiation skills and the ability to close transactions effectively.
- Candidates should possess strong Customer Service skills, with a focus on responsiveness, active listening, and building trust.
- Candidates should possess familiarity with local Queens and NYC market dynamics, including neighborhoods, pricing trends, and regulatory requirements.
- Candidates should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of clients and partners.
- Candidates should possess strong organizational and time-management abilities, including comfort with CRM tools and digital collaboration platforms.
- Prior experience as a real estate agent or in a related sales role is preferred; multilingual abilities and community connections in Queens are a plus.