Company Description
Okada & Company is a New York City–headquartered commercial real estate investment and brokerage firm with a bold vision: to transform how brokerage, investment, and property management intersect in the modern market. With over 20 years of experience and a growing portfolio spanning millions of square feet, we are expanding nationally—starting with Chicago.
We thrive at the intersection of tradition and innovation, combining decades of industry expertise with forward-looking strategies in PropTech, asset management, and creative dealmaking. Our mission: to unlock generational opportunities for our clients, our partners, and our team.
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Role Description
We are seeking a Managing Broker to launch and lead our Chicago brokerage operations. This is a full-time, on-site leadership role that offers the rare opportunity to build a new market presence with the full backing of an established NYC firm.
As Managing Broker, you will oversee day-to-day operations, mentor and grow the Chicago broker team, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients across office, retail, and investment sales. You will play a central role in driving revenue, expanding our portfolio, and establishing Okada & Company as a premier brand in the Chicago commercial real estate market.
Key responsibilities include:
• Conducting property and market research to identify high-value opportunities.
• Managing and expanding client relationships with landlords, tenants, and investors.
• Leading deal negotiations and ensuring all transactions meet legal and regulatory standards.
• Building, mentoring, and developing a high-performing brokerage team.
• Acting as the public face of Okada & Company in the Chicago market.
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Qualifications
• Proven success in commercial real estate transactions (leasing, acquisitions, dispositions).
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing brokerage professionals.
• Deep knowledge of Illinois real estate law and compliance requirements.
• Licensed Real Estate Broker in Illinois (Managing Broker designation required).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field preferred.
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Why Join Us?
• Leadership Role: Be the face of Okada & Company in Chicago, shaping the future of our Midwest expansion.
• Growth Opportunity: Build and lead a brokerage team with national-level backing and resources.
• Innovative Platform: Access to cutting-edge tools, cross-market deal flow, and investment opportunities.
• Culture of Excellence: Join a firm that blends entrepreneurial drive with a commitment to mentorship, collaboration, and success.
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🔑 If you are a driven, entrepreneurial Managing Broker ready to build something lasting in Chicago, we want to hear from you.
📩 Apply now to join Okada & Company and help us redefine what’s possible in commercial real estate.
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