Account Executive - Residential Real Estate

About Baird & Warner Real Estate

Behind every great company is a culture created by the professionals who work there. It’s what has earned Baird & Warner a Top Workplace designation from the Chicago Tribune ten times. Throughout our rich history, we’ve stayed true to the belief that when you give people the support they need, amazing things happen. That’s why we empower you to be independent, grow in your career, do the right thing by your colleagues and your community, and have a true work/life balance. We truly care about making our team feel part of something bigger by sharing a single purpose — making it easier for homebuyers and sellers to realize their real estate dreams.

Job Summary

Baird & Warner is seeking a strategic, client-focused Account Executive with a passion for residential real estate and marketing excellence. This full-time role is ideal for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at relationship management, and brings strong project management and creative-thinking skills.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted marketing partner to Baird & Warner’s top brokers and teams, helping to define and elevate their personal brands. You will lead the development of annual marketing strategies, manage ongoing campaigns, and collaborate closely with internal creative teams to ensure high-quality execution from concept through completion.

This role is part of a very active, full-service agent marketing team. Reporting to the VP of Marketing, the Account Executive is a strategic partner and the liaison between agents and our in-house design agency. This role also has oversight of a Marketing Account Coordinator who will support them.  

Location: Chicago Loop (Main Location) with required travel to local offices.

Requirements

• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with brokers by delivering high-quality service in a timely and professional manner.
• Partner with brokers to develop comprehensive marketing plans aligned with their individual business goals.
• Manage multiple marketing initiatives simultaneously, ensuring clear communication, timely execution, and necessary approvals.
• Conduct regular meetings with brokers to assess progress, identify new opportunities, and address evolving needs.
• Collaborate with an Account Coordinator to ensure accurate and timely project submission to the creative team; delegate administrative tasks as appropriate.
• Respond promptly and effectively to broker inquiries and requests.
• Communicate in a positive, collaborative manner that supports a cohesive and productive work environment.
• Stay informed of market trends, industry developments, and new products or services.
• Ensure all marketing materials comply with brand standards, legal, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in marketing management or an account executive–level role.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience within the residential real estate industry.
• Familiarity with the Chicagoland market and its diverse neighborhoods is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Results-driven, adaptable, and able to manage shifting priorities.
• Creative thinker with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and empathize with brokers at all experience levels.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate with tact, diplomacy, and confidence.

Benefits

• A collaborative and innovative work environment that values creativity and new ideas.
• Flexible hybrid work model with offices across Chicagoland and corporate hubs in downtown Chicago and Schaumburg.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off, including paid holidays, three (3) floating holidays, and two (2) volunteer days annually.

Salary Range

$60,000-$75,000