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Senior Associate

Colliers International
parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, San Francisco
Sep 13, 2025

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

About you

You're a licensed real estate professional with at least four years of commercial real estate brokerage experience, ideally in the retail sector. You bring independent client relationships and you're eager to leverage Colliers' platform and resources to grow your local book of business. You thrive in a collaborative environment, partnering with senior brokers for business development and joint transactions, and you see the value in tapping into a network of established professionals.

In this role, you will...

  • Business Development:Secure new and expanding business opportunities in the retail sector through prospecting, networking, and relationship building.
  • Leverage Colliers' Platform:Utilize Colliers' comprehensive suite of marketing, research, technology, and expert resources to grow your book of business and accelerate client development.
  • Collaboration:Partner with senior brokers for business development, joint transactions, and mentorship. Serve as a business development partner for established team members, contributing to team success and expanding market reach.
  • Client Relationships:Maintain and grow relationships with top-tier clients in the San Francisco Bay Area. Preference given to candidates who can bring an established book of business and client relationships to Colliers.
  • Professional Development:Attend local business and industry events, participate in client meetings, and continuously expand your knowledge of the local marketplace.
  • Teamwork:Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented attitude and work closely with other Leasing, Investment Sales, and Equity Placement/Debt Financing teams across product lines.

What you'll bring

  • Minimum 4 years of commercial real estate sales experience, with a strong preference for retail sector expertise.
  • Licensed Real Estate practitioner with the State of California.
  • Demonstrated excellence in business development, including proactive prospecting, client outreach, cold calling, and networking to generate new opportunities.
  • Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships, with an existing or growing book of business.
  • Deep market knowledge and a thorough understanding of transaction processes, enabling you to effectively guide clients through complex deals and serve as a trusted advisor.
  • Highly motivated, energetic, and proactive approach to business development.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, quantitative, writing, and communication skills.
  • Well-organized with outstanding time management abilities.
  • Prior experience using CRM programs.

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Benefits
Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including RX, dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term/long-term disability. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes an employer match. Employees will also receive 10 days of sick leave and a minimum of 15-days vacation annually. Certain senior-level roles are eligible for unlimited time off. Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year. Twelve weeks (for birth parents) and 4 weeks (for non-birth parents, including adoptive/foster parents) of paid parental leave will also be available for use after successful completion of 90 days of employment.Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

Pay Range

Pursuant to local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

Approximate Compensation Range for this Role: 100% commission based

Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact accommodations@colliers.com for assistance.

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