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Sotheby's International Realty

Real Estate Assistant

Sotheby's International Realty, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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If you thrive as the steady hand behind the scenes, join a top‑producing Sotheby’s International Realtor in Houston in a pivotal role supporting her luxury real estate business.

This is far from a standard desk job—you’ll be actively involved in all aspects of the business, both in the office and out in the field.

Based out of the agent’s home office, you’ll help deliver the seamless, highly personalized service her clients expect—while keeping operations smooth and organized.

Your Future Employer

consistently closes $55M+ annually and is known for professionalism, integrity, and white‑glove service. Her office culture is collaborative, supportive, and built on trust, communication, and respect.

Prioritizing quality over quantity, she’s looking for a trusted administrative partner to join her in providing high‑touch service to her luxury clientele.

Applicants seeking a stepping‑stone to sales—this is not the job for you.

About the Role As the agent’s right hand, you’ll support every aspect of the business, helping clients feel valued while keeping operations running smoothly.

You’ll keep her on track and serve as her gatekeeper, time manager, and reminder system, managing priorities, coordinating tasks, and acting as a trusted point of contact for clients, vendors, and the team.

Your proactive approach, adaptability, and ability to pivot quickly ensure nothing is overlooked, even as priorities shift, keeping the business flowing seamlessly from day to day.

What You’ll Do

Executive Administrative Support:

Keep calendars, emails, and tasks perfectly organized, and ensure the agent is fully prepared for every appointment and event.

Systems & Processes:

Maintain smooth‑running systems and checklists, keep the CRM up‑to‑date, and make sure nothing slips through the cracks.

Transactions & Listings:

Manage contracts and deal flow, coordinate vendors, inspections, repairs, showings, and marketing materials to ensure listings and transactions are seamless from start to finish.

Marketing & Communications:

Support marketing initiatives, social media, and client communications to reflect a polished, professional brand.

Client Care & Events:

Enhance client relationships through thoughtful gifts, milestone celebrations, and gathering positive reviews.

Open Houses:

Ensure 1–2 open houses per month run smoothly with every detail handled.

Qualifications

2+ years supporting a real estate agent or team in a similar capacity.

An active TX real‑estate license is preferred, not required.

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.

Proactive, highly organized, and solutions‑oriented.

Strong communication skills and professional presence.

Must live within 40 minutes of Rice University, have daily access to reliable transportation, and carry insurance.

Must be able to attend 1–2 weekend open houses per month alongside the agent.

Skills You Bring or Can Learn Quickly

MS Office Suite & Google Suite.

CRM programs (Referral Maker a plus).

MLS, Dotloop, DocuSign.

Social media platforms and real estate websites.

Macintosh operating systems and related software.

Compensation $70,000 – $80,000 per year based on experience, plus a bonus.

Benefits

Paid Time Off.

Holidays.

Access to medical benefits.

Hours & Location Full‑time, 40 hrs, M–F, flexibility on weekends required for open houses 1–2 times a month.

Agent’s home office in the Rice University area.

You live within a 40‑minute commute of Houston, TX (77005).

You have daily access to a personal vehicle that you can drive for work‑related tasks.

You have a driver’s license and carry insurance.

How to Apply Please apply directly.

No calls or emails, please!

We appreciate your enthusiasm.

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