Property Associate
The Property Associate at Confidential Client serves as the primary administrative contact for office properties, providing exceptional tenant customer service, financial and accounting support, and assisting with property management operations. This entry-level role offers a valuable opportunity to develop a career in commercial property management through hands-on experience in tenant relations, lease administration, and vendor coordination, all within a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
About Careertakes
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Property Associate to support an office property/portfolio in Jersey City, NJ. This is an entry-level, on-site position focused on tenant service, administrative support, and basic accounting tasks that will expose you to commercial property management best practices and growth opportunities.
What You’ll Do
- Provide exceptional tenant customer service — respond to inquiries, process service requests, and coordinate resolutions for maintenance issues.
- Support the property management team with administrative work: data entry, document preparation, and maintaining property records and databases.
- Process Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), review invoices, code invoices, and manage certificates of insurance (COIs).
- Coordinate vendors and work orders to ensure timely completion of maintenance and repair activities.
- Help prepare monthly reports, financial summaries, and property performance updates for senior management and clients.
- Support lease administration: tenant move-ins, file/document management, and communication coordination.
- Assist with tenant events, building communications, and community engagement initiatives to enhance tenant experience.
- Provide backup support for reception duties, mail distribution, and general office operations as needed.
- Perform other tasks required to comply with Property Management Agreements, local ordinances, or to ensure property operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Communications, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of experience in an office environment; experience in commercial real estate or property management preferred.
- 1–2 years of customer service or other customer-facing experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive attitude and eagerness to grow within the commercial real estate industry.
- This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Compensation & Schedule
- Salary: $70,000 per year.
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- On-site presence required in Jersey City, NJ.
Why Join
- Launch or grow a career in commercial property management with direct exposure to operations, leasing support, financial processes, and tenant relations.
- Work with experienced property professionals and access development opportunities within the Admin / property management space.
Benefits
Confidential Client offers a benefits package that supports employee well‑being and growth, including:
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and company holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Location & Legal / Accessibility Notes
- Work location: On-site — Jersey City, NJ (07302).
- This position is subject to applicable state and local employment laws. Confidential Client is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please indicate this in your application or contact the recruiter.
Key Search Terms (for applicants)
- Property Associate Jersey City NJ
- Property management
- Tenant relations
- Accounts payable / accounts receivable
- Lease administration
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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