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Administrative Assistant

Brookfield Properties · Chicago, IL · $26.44–$36.05 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 21, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you supported several people who all needed things at once.

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize among multiple leasing team members fairly.

How do you stay organized when your work involves many small details?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits that keep detailed admin work accurate.

Tell me about a time you made a process more efficient.

What they are checking: Whether they look for ways to improve how the team works, not just complete tasks.

What would you do

A leasing manager needs a lease proposal today, but the tenant information is incomplete. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they find missing information fast and flag gaps instead of guessing.

You notice an error in a proposal that already went to a prospective tenant. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they own errors and alert the team quickly so it can be corrected.

How would you handle a call from a frustrated tenant asking about a proposal?

What they are checking: Whether they stay professional and route issues to the right person.

About the work

Have you used Yardi or a similar property management system? How quickly do you pick up new software?

What they are checking: Whether they can prepare lease proposals in Yardi Retail Manager accurately and quickly.

How do you keep marketing packages and property information up to date across many properties?

What they are checking: Whether they have a system to keep information accurate across a large portfolio.

What tools do you use to manage calendars, files and follow-ups?

What they are checking: Whether they have the practical office skills the leasing team depends on.

What do you know about how retail leasing works?

What they are checking: Whether they have basic context for the leasing process they will support.

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The full job description

As published by Brookfield Properties.

Location GGP Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300 Business Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply. Job Description Position Summary The Administrative Assistant supports the Leasing teams by helping maintain efficient operations, accurate information, and timely coordination throughout the leasing process. This role serves as a key administrative partner, enabling the team to stay organized, responsive, and focused on advancing leasing activity and business priorities. Responsibilities • Prepare accurate and timely lease proposals using the company’s data management system, Yardi Retail Manager. • Compile, maintain, and continuously update current site, marketing materials, and tenant information including marketing packages for properties with available leasing opportunities. • Distribute marketing materials and property information to prospective and existing tenants as requested. • Coordinate the collection of lease exhibits and supporting documentation from internal and external sources within required timelines. • Prepare, update, and distribute leasing activity reports and related materials, including monthly sales reports, pipeline reports and rent rolls. • Analyze current and prior-year tenant real estate tax obligations in accordance with specific lease requirements. • Prepare analysis of financial impacts related to co-tenancy inquiries. • Support daily business activity of the Leasing team, including general office work, booking travel, preparing expense reports, and sorting and distributing mail. • Research, prepare and edit reports and presentations. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED required. • Minimum of two years of experience in an administrative support role or related experience in commercial real estate required. • Strong understanding of Yardi Retail Manager, Adobe and Photoshop preferred. • Excellent business writing, business math and verbal communication skills required. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines simultaneously. • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks independently in a fast-moving environment. • Professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent the team effectively in both internal and external interactions. Compensation Salary type: Non-Exempt Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly Hourly Pay Range: $26.44 – $36.05 Annual Bonus Eligibility: 4% Benefit Information • Competitive compensation • Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1 • 401(k) Company matching • 401(k) Vests on Day 1 • Career development programs • Charitable donation matching • Generous paid time off (i.e., vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time) • Paid Volunteer Hours • Paid Parental Leave • Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy, and adoption options • Wellness and mental health resources • Pet insurance offering • Childcare Assistance • Commuter benefits • A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together. We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted. #GGP

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