A real estate transaction is the largest purchase and/or sale that 99% of people will make in their entire life. The experience someone receives during this process of buying and selling real estate is extremely important to us for our clients. Our goal is to provide top-tier customer experiences to our clients during their real estate transactions.

We’re looking for a driven Transaction Coordinator to manage contracts throughout the entire home selling and buying process. You’d be responsible for overseeing transactions from start to finish for a smooth and successful sale. Our ideal candidate is extremely organized and has superb customer service skills to make customers feel at ease. If you love working with people and thrive in a fast-paced work environment, we would be honored to talk with you!

$40,000/year, $18-$20/hour with bonus opportunities and increase with growth.

• Compile and distribute weekly/monthly reports and communicate key results to the rest of the team to ensure company goals are being met
• Complete paperwork for all real estate transactions in a timely manner to ensure a deal is closed as quickly as possible
• Supervise production of all online marketing materials as well as brochures and flyers for events to professionally represent the real estate team
• Fulfill client requests for information or other relevant transaction services in a quick and friendly manner

• Support lead agent(s), clients, and other parties with escrow-related paperwork, such as appraisals, titles, and mortgage loans
• Input client information into the client database system, track transaction activities, and submit each necessary document to the office broker for file compliance
• Oversee all administrative tasks regarding home buyer and seller transactions from executed purchase agreement to close
• Communicate directly over the phone, email, & text with clients to provide a once-in-a-lifetime real estate service experience
• Communicate with a lead agent(s) on a daily basis to make sure we are on the same page with each client’s situation & transaction
• Communicate with title companies, mortgage lenders, and agents to ensure a smooth closing process for our clients
• Schedule and coordinate closings
• Schedule appointments with agents & clients via phone, text, email, & Google Calendar
• Input and active new listings into multiple listing service
• Drop off & pick up signs, lock boxes, village/city paperwork, etc.

• A valid Real Estate License is required for this job
• Background in real estate is required for this position
• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Communicates well, both verbally and written
• Available evenings and weekends

• Driven by a desire to provide excellent customer service and a great customer experience
• Experience in the real estate industry, transaction management or coordination, titles, and/or mortgages preferred
• Must have excellent organizational skills and communication skills
• A kind person with an optimistic mindset is non-negotiable
• Must be someone who is great with and enjoys solving problems and takes initiative on their own
• A strong ability to communicate over the phone and via email
• Ability to navigate and use software & online systems/tools
• Someone who is looking both to be valuable and to be valued in their daily workplace
• Administrative experience is a bonus
• Someone looking to create a long-term career at a family-oriented company
• A real estate license is preferred, if not, it will be required after hiring
• Reliable transportation
• Reliable laptop and smartphone

Tyler Burlison is the team leader of The Competitive Edge Team. He grew up in the southwest Chicago suburbs and started in real estate at the age of 21. He is dedicated to his purpose of building his real estate business to be the top real estate service provider in the Chicago suburbs. He lives in Homer Glen with his wife, and when he is not pursuing his passion for real estate, he enjoys golfing with friends/clients, days at the lake, and making it a point to travel and visit family on a consistent basis. If you are looking to team up with a leader who is taking his business to the next level, and sharing in the growth of the company, The Competitive Edge Team may be the right fit for you.