Massey Knakal – NYC’s Top Building Sales Firm

New York City’s #1 Investment Real Estate Brokerage firm seeks a College student (Junior or Senior) to act as the Intern to one of the firm's Partners and Top Producers, James Nelson.  Mr. Nelson began his real estate career at Massey Knakal assisting Founding Partner Robert Knakal with property sales throughout New York City. Since 1998, he has been involved in the sale of more than 150 properties with an aggregate value of over $1 billion. With the exception of the Founding Partners, he has been the company's top salesperson for the last three years.

Mr. Nelson’s achievements have been recognized and he continues to receive accolades in the industry.   His potential was recognized early in career when he was presented with the Real Estate Board of New York's prestigious Most Promising Commercial Salesperson of The Year award in 2003. In early 2004, Mr. Nelson was named the youngest partner in the company's history. In 2008, he was awarded Massey Knakal's Gerald W. Bridges Award as Salesman of the Year. He is also the proud recipient of the Louise Brause Award for Outstanding Business Development and Goodwill Promotion. Other past honors from the firm include the 2000 Richard Marcinko Award for Tenacity and Loyalty.

Aside from his role as an Agent, Mr. Nelson is involved in other avenues of the industry.  He teaches at New York University as an adjunct professor for its continuing education program. He is also a source for publications including the New York Times, New York Post, New York Magazine, Real Estate Weekly and Mann Report. He is a member, panelist and instructor for the Real Estate Board of New York, and was appointed to its Retail Stores Committee.

In addition to his professional experience, Mr. Nelson is also involved in the not-for-profit world. As a board member of The Catalog for Giving, which benefits 10 local charities devoted to at risk youths, he helps spearhead development. Mr. Nelson recently rang the bell for the NASDAQ closing on behalf of the Catalog for Giving and their member organizations.

We are seeking a strong, dynamic individual who exhibits an enthusiastic and positive outlook to join our team; someone who can step up to any challenge with exceptional leadership ability.  This individual has the opportunity to work on Mr. Shkury’s team assisting in his dealings with top corporate and high net worth clients.  We are in search of someone who is motivated, disciplined, and determined; eager to gain knowledge about selling New York’s finest buildings and work in a team atmosphere. 

Massey Knakal Realty Services will continue its growth allowing significant opportunities for advancement and leadership in the Real Estate industry.

Preliminary list includes:

• Input neighborhood, zoning texts and tax maps into computer
• Develop marketing flyers, due diligence material and property overviews using PowerPoint.
• Research commercial property details using several databases and on-line sources.
• Track and compile commercial real estate transactions within a defined territory using on-line database tools.
• Update and maintain mailing list.
• Take pictures of all lots in assigned territory.

• Searching for and recording Available listings
• Administrative duties including: answering phones, managing calendar & contacts

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Powerpoint
• Computer savvy
• Driven and self-motivated
• Team player
• Personable / Positive Attitude
• Desire to learn about the Commercial Real Estate Industry a plus

Position Type:  Part-Time; Approx. 15 hours per week (flexible around school schedule)

Salary:  $10 per hour

Availability:   Midtown Manhattan Office

Start:  Immediately

Jasmine Mele

Human Resources Generalist

Massey Knakal Realty Services

Tel:   718-275-3400 Ext. 2632

Fax:  718-275-5478

jmele@masseyknakal.com

www.masseyknakal.com

Midtown Manhattan

275 Madison Avenue

New York, NY 10016