Commercial Real Estate Agent – Chicago, IL

and the job listing Expires on January 16, 2026

Marcus & Millichap is the industry’s largest firm specializing in real estate investment sales and financing, as well as a leading source of research and advisory services. As leaders in commercial brokerage, we are continuing to build our Investment Sales team across multiple product types:
Multifamily, Retail, Net-Leased, Office, Industrial, Hospitality, Self-Storage, etc.

This posting is for an independent contractor real estate salesperson position.

The Downtown Chicago office of Marcus & Millichap is undergoing an expansion and we are seeking a driven, entrepreneurial, and capable sales professional to join our real estate investment sales team.

This is a 100% commission sales position. We offer significant earning potential to candidates who are entrepreneurial, motivated, eager to get on the phone, ready to learn and ready to earn. Through our unparalleled training and mentorship program, you will master the art of real estate sales while working with amazing people in a dynamic culture. Sales experience is appreciated but not necessary.

Coachability is required.

• Training – Our nationally recognized training program prepares newer team members for their career in commercial real estate. Our training is thorough and covers real estate sales, with lots of discussion, online work, role playing and analysis. For experienced professionals, our program will enhance your existing skills.
• Mentorship – Our mentorship program enables new agents to learn from the best in the business in personal, one-on-one relationships.
• Coaching – Our continuous development coaching is considered the best in the industry. Weekly coaching is provided in a small group setting by experienced managers.
• Earning Potential – Marcus & Millichap closes 4.5 transactions every business hour – more than any other investment brokerage firm in the nation.
• Culture – We are a culture of enterprising, charismatic salespeople, all driven towards the same goals.
• Collaboration – MNet, our proprietary listing system, offers our agents the ability to view all active listings within the firm, and bring qualified buyers to any of our 3,000+ listings across the nation. This culture of collaboration and information sharing is a founding principal of the firm.
• Growth – Many of our top agents, regional managers, and executives began their careers as new agents at Marcus & Millichap. If you are searching for a long-term career, you should consider us.

• Researching ownership records, market data and industry trends
• Prospecting new client relationships and referral sources
• Attending networking and industry events
• Presenting marketing proposals to clients
• Marketing exclusive listings to qualified buyers and negotiating offers
• Advising clients on their individualized real estate investment strategies

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree
• Ability to make and keep relationships in the market
• Track record of success: sports, personal achievements, or leadership roles
• Desire to be on a team of positive, success-minded individuals
• Real estate license (not required for initial interview)

$0 – $0 a year

As an independent contractor, this role is 100% commission based, and not eligible for Company paid benefits.

Marcus & Millichap closes more transactions than any other real estate investment brokerage firm in the nation.
In 2024, the firm closed 7,836 transactions with a sales volume of approximately $49 billion
.

Our mission is to help our clients create and preserve wealth by providing the best real estate investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services available.

Founded in 1971
, Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI) is a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm focusing exclusively on investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services, with nearly 1,700 investment sales and financing professionals in 80+ offices throughout the United States and Canada
.

Marcus & Millichap closes more transactions than any other real estate investment brokerage firm nationwide.
In 2024
, the firm closed 7,836 transactions with a sales volume of approximately $49 billion.

The firm has perfected a powerful property marketing system that integrates broker specialization by property type and market area; the industry’s most comprehensive investment research; a long-standing culture of information sharing; relationships with the largest pool of qualified investors; and state-of-the-art technology that matches buyers and sellers.

Linda

E. McMahon Student Commons, 2nd Floor
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825