Hybrid Account Executive – Residential Real Estate

at Baird & Warner

• Job title: Account Executive – Residential Real Estate
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Account Executive managing annual marketing strategies and campaigns for top residential real estate brokers. Collaborating with creative teams to ensure high-quality execution for Baird & Warner.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted marketing partner to Baird & Warner’s top brokers and teams, helping to define and elevate their personal brands.
• Lead the development of annual marketing strategies.
• Manage ongoing campaigns.
• Collaborate closely with internal creative teams to ensure high-quality execution from concept through completion.

Requirements

• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with brokers by delivering high-quality service in a timely and professional manner.
• Partner with brokers to develop comprehensive marketing plans aligned with their individual business goals.
• Manage multiple marketing initiatives simultaneously, ensuring clear communication, timely execution, and necessary approvals.
• Conduct regular meetings with brokers to assess progress, identify new opportunities, and address evolving needs.
• Collaborate with an Account Coordinator to ensure accurate and timely project submission to the creative team; delegate administrative tasks as appropriate.
• Respond promptly and effectively to broker inquiries and requests.
• Communicate in a positive, collaborative manner that supports a cohesive and productive work environment.
• Stay informed of market trends, industry developments, and new products or services.
• Ensure all marketing materials comply with brand standards, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• **Qualifications & Experience**
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in marketing management or an account executive–level role.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience within the residential real estate industry.
• Familiarity with the Chicagoland market and its diverse neighborhoods is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• **Skills & Attributes**
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Results-driven, adaptable, and able to manage shifting priorities.
• Creative thinker with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and empathize with brokers at all experience levels.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate with tact, diplomacy, and confidence.

Benefits

• A collaborative and innovative work environment that values creativity and new ideas.
• Flexible hybrid work model with offices across Chicagoland and corporate hubs in downtown Chicago and Schaumburg.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off, including paid holidays, three (3) floating holidays, and two (2) volunteer days annually.