Job Description

Job Description

Operations & Office Manager (Southeast) | Atlanta

Partners is seeking an Operations & Office Manager to keep the Atlanta office running at its best while supporting brokers, marketing, and leadership across the Southeast region. This high-impact, hands-on role is central to maintaining smooth operations, coordinating onboarding and training, managing office logistics, and serving as the “go-to” resource for all things operations in Atlanta.

You’ll wear many hats; balancing office management, administrative coordination, events, and cross-functional support while helping ensure alignment between the Atlanta office, regional teams, and Shared Services in Houston. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and experienced in real estate or brokerage environments, with strong multitasking and communication skills.

This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced administrative professional or operations lead in the Atlanta market who is eager to grow into a broader leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

Hiring, Onboarding & Training

• Support recruiting logistics, including interviewing coordination and candidate travel (including trips to Houston HQ).
• Manage Day 1 onboarding: licensing requirements, renewals, hardware/software setup, tool access, and office integration.
• Deliver training on brokerage systems, operational procedures, Apto (CRM), and essential tools; provide ongoing systems support.
• Plan and support orientation programs, internship initiatives, and other early-career development efforts.

Operational & Administrative Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day office operations: supplies, kitchen stocking, maintenance, equipment contracts (copiers/printers), parking, and access badges.
• Serve as the primary liaison for building/property management, vendors, and local service providers.
• Handle PTO approvals for Account Managers and Marketing Coordinators.
• Act as the office “go-to” resource for questions, troubleshooting, and support needs.
• Coordinate support coverage across teams and function as backup for MC/AM deliverables.
• Manage Adobe Sign routing for leadership approvals, JO materials, and other operational workflows.
• Coordinate lease administration for Occupier Services and assist with other cross-functional initiatives.

Events, Recognition & Culture

• Plan and execute team events, office gatherings, and business development functions.
• Manage broker and employee recognition programs to reinforce team culture and retention.
• Support local sponsorships, trade shows, and industry organization involvement (ICSC, ULI, NAIOP, etc.).
• Foster a professional, collaborative, and positive office culture consistent with Partners’ values.

Travel, Meetings & Executive Support

• Coordinate travel arrangements for brokers, leadership, and regional team members.
• Manage meeting logistics for JO, regional leadership, and the President, including agendas and materials.
• Handle expense reporting and other administrative duties for executive leadership.

Regional & Cross-Functional Support

• Support Southeast DevCo needs and coordinate with Property Management and Atlanta Retail teams.
• Assist with ad hoc tasks to maintain operational efficiency across the Southeast footprint.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years in office management, operations, or administrative roles within real estate, brokerage, or similar industries; regional or multi-office experience preferred.
• Exceptional organization and multitasking abilities; proficiency with Apto, Adobe Sign, Microsoft Office, or Google Workspace.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team and leadership engagement.
• Ability to manage confidential information, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on efficiency and team support.
• Knowledge of real estate licensing processes or administrative certifications (e.g., CAPM) a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with commercial real estate functions including Brokerage, Development, Property Management, and Retail.
• Experience in event planning, training facilitation, or HR support.
• Knowledge of Atlanta’s local market, vendors, and service partners.

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years of operations, administrative, or office management experience, ideally within commercial real estate or professional services.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring team members.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe; CRM or marketing system experience a plus.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs, solve problems, and make things happen.

What’s in It for You

• A front-row seat in Partners rapid growth across the Southeast.
• Exposure to multiple business lines; Brokerage, Development, and Property Management.
• Growth opportunity within a collaborative, expanding regional CRE firm.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including 401(k), performance-based incentives, and paid time off.

Why Join Us

• Be part of one of the fastest-growing full-service commercial real estate firms, backed by an integrated platform spanning Investments, Development, Brokerage, and Property Management.
• Gain access to a diverse suite of institutional-quality investment offerings through Partners Capital.
• Collaborate with a driven, high-performance team that values integrity, teamwork, and long-term partnerships.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

Partners is proud to be committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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