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Industrial Property Associate

JLL

Chicago, ILFull-time$55–60K/yrPosted todayStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$55–60K/yr
Location
Chicago, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Industrial Property Associate serves as the primary administrative contact for an industrial portfolio, providing accounting and financial support, tenant relations, and customer service. This entry-level role offers an opportunity to begin a career in commercial property management while working alongside experienced professionals. The position requires on-site presence in Chicago and does not provide visa sponsorship.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer Service, nice to haveAdministrative Support, nice to haveAccounts Payable and Receivable, nice to haveVendor Coordination, nice to haveWork Order Management, nice to haveLease Administration, nice to haveWritten Communication, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredOrganization, requiredTask Prioritization, requiredMultitasking, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Business, Real Estate, Communications or Related Field, required1+ Years Office Experience, required1+ Years Customer Service Experience, requiredU.S. Work Authorization Without Sponsorship, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Industrial Property Associate

What this job involves: As a Property Associate at JLL, you will serve as the primary administrative point of contact for an Industrial portfolio. You will also provide accounting and financial support, maintain positive tenant relations and provide superior customer service. This entry-level position provides an outstanding opportunity to launch your career in commercial property management, where you'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to your growth and development.

What your day-to-day will look like:

  • Provide exceptional customer service to tenants by responding to inquiries, processing service requests, and coordinating resolution of maintenance issues
  • Support property management team with administrative tasks including data entry, document preparation, and maintenance of property records and databases
  • Process Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), certificates of insurance (COIs), code invoices and complete other financial tasks
  • Assist with vendor coordination and work order management 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 activities including tenant move-in processes, document filing, 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
  • All other tasks which may be required to comply with Property Management Agreements, local ordinances, or as necessary to ensure property operations

On-site presence required

Required qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Communications, or related field
  • 1-2 years of work experience in an office environment, preferably in commercial real estate or property management
  • 1-2 years of work experience in a customer service or customer-facing position
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Positive attitude with 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.

Expected compensation for this position:

55,000.00 – 60,000.00 USD per year Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Chicago, IL Job Tags:

Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounts Receivable (AR), Administrative Support, Customer Service Operations, Facility Inspections, Lease Administration, Maintenance Coordination, Preventive Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Tenant Relationships, Vendor Management If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [email protected]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,082 open Property Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$55–60K/yr
  • US median$87–110K/yr295 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $58K, is 43% below the US median midpoint ($100K) — in the lowest quarter of Property Management salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 32 open Property Management jobs in Illinois and 1,082 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Property Management postings that state a minimum ask for (median 3 years, across 628 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 88 of the 1,082 open Property Management jobs (8%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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