A real estate investment company is seeking a strategic, hands-on Chief Operating Officer to manage and optimize operations across a diverse real estate portfolio. The COO will oversee acquisitions, leasing, asset management, and high-value transactions. This is a remote role with flexible hours and occasional travel to properties on the East Coast. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with deep experience in commercial real estate operations, transactions, and financial analysis who can independently manage a dynamic portfolio with limited administrative support. They are looking for a highly experienced and entrepreneurial real estate professional who thrives in a fast-paced, small-team environment and can confidently manage everything from strategic acquisitions to lease notices.

COO Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of commercial and multifamily property operations and performance
• Manage leasing activities, tenant communications, and rent schedules
• Conduct and execute 1031 exchanges, acquisitions, and dispositions of assets
• Review legal documents, including contracts, leases, and financing agreements
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate financing with lenders and brokers
• Manage vendor contracts and oversee capital improvement projects
• Conduct independent financial modeling and deal analysis
• Evaluate investment opportunities and prepare detailed recommendations
• Negotiate deal terms with lenders, brokers, tenants, and partners
• Track budgets and maintain financial discipline across transactions and operations
• Contribute to high-level strategy based on market trends and portfolio performance
• Occasionally assist with personal real estate and property management tasks
• Ensure timely execution of all operational tasks in a lean, self-managed structure

COO Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in commercial real estate
• Strong transaction background, including 1031 exchanges and $10M+ deals
• Expertise in lease administration, financial modeling, and vendor negotiation
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Excellent Excel and Word skills
• Yardi experience preferred
• Must be comfortable with occasional travel to properties as needed
• Ability to operate independently without a large team or internal infrastructure
• Experience in a family office, corporate real estate, or boutique real estate firm is a plus
• Real estate license or previous experience with real estate software systems is preferred
• Strategic, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing both high- and low-level tasks

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Potential for creative compensation
• Flexible hours, fully remote
• Medical stipend or employee benefits negotiable

This is a rare opportunity to work directly with an accomplished real estate investor and gain deep exposure to every facet of portfolio management, from contract negotiation to strategic investment. Apply now!

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