Real Estate Agent job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Real Estate Agent job summary
Do you love the excitement and changeable atmosphere of real estate? Do you have a license or are you pursuing one? Our growing real estate firm is hiring a Real Estate Agent to join our team and add value to our business. We will consider an experienced professional with a proven track record, but we are also looking for new talent. We provide a revolutionary internal training program that helps new Real Estate Agents find their footing and produce results quickly. Friendly, outgoing personalities are a must, and we want to work with professionals like us who enjoy hard work and who have genuine passion for the industry.
Real Estate Agent responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Participate in active marketing initiatives, from cold calling to attending industry events
- Interview clients to determine their precise wants, needs, budgets and geographic limitations
- Prepare and proofread real estate documents, from leases to closing contracts
- Organize and oversee open houses
- Advise clients about mortgage options and help them fill out the requisite paperwork to expedite the home buying process
- Represent landlords who own multiple properties and need to keep a consistent occupation rate
- Attend closing dates and provide support for clients
Real Estate Agent qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Real estate license preferred (though we’ll consider those working toward licensing)
- Interest in residential real estate a must
- Friendly personality with a genuine desire to help people find their dream homes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High comfort level with public speaking