Jr. Associate Account Manager

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Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
Junior
Cloud • Real Estate • Software • PropTech
Help us revolutionize real estate services.
The Role
Serve as primary relationship owner for a portfolio of residential client accounts. Analyze performance and KPIs, resolve client issues, coordinate cross-functional teams, monitor projects (rehabs/turns/maintenance), recommend solutions, support contract and pricing discussions, and drive account growth and operational improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
Lessen is the tech-enabled, end-to-end property service provider that is transforming how commercial and residential real estate services are delivered and managed at scale. Lessen’s technology platform provides data-driven insights that unlock key growth opportunities for the entire real estate ecosystem—including investors, owners, managers, and service providers. The company leverages a network of over 30,000 vetted, qualified vendors (Lessen Affiliates) serving clients with over 1 million properties and completing more than 3.5 million work orders annually across an expanding range of services. Lessen, LLC is a venture-backed, privately held company with offices in Scottsdale and Chicago. 

The Junior Account Manager is responsible for serving as a primary relationship owner of residential client accounts and exercising independent judgment to support business objectives, client strategy, and operational performance. This role serves as a primary point of contact for assigned clients and is accountable for analyzing account performance, recommending solutions, and driving execution across cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with financial, operational, and client success goals.

What You'll Do:

    • Manage a portfolio of client accounts, serving as a primary relationship owner and trusted advisor on service delivery, performance, and growth strategy. 

    • Exercise independent judgment in prioritizing client needs, resolving issues, and determining appropriate escalation paths. 

    • Resolve client issues by assessing business impact and determining appropriate solutions, balancing client satisfaction with company objectives. 

    • Analyze client portfolios, financial performance, and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities; develop and recommend actionable solutions. 

    • Lead coordination with internal teams (Sales, Field Operations, Product, and Implementation) to align resources and execute against client objectives. 

    • Monitor project performance across rehabs, turns, and maintenance initiatives, ensuring alignment with any contractual obligations, budgets, and timelines. 

    • Evaluate client KPIs and develop performance insights, presenting recommendations to internal stakeholders and clients. 

    • Identify and drive account growth opportunities with the account manager, including upsell and service expansion, based on data analysis and client needs. 

    • Support contract adherence and participate in scope, pricing, and service-level discussions with clients. 

    • Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and recommending operational enhancements. 

    • Other duties as assigned. 

You Should Have:

     
    • 1-3 years in account management, customer success, sales support, or a related field 

    • Additional considerations made for experience focusing on property management 

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred 

    • Interest in or exposure to property management, construction, or residential services is a plus 

    • Basic understanding of customer service principles and client relationship management 

    • Familiarity with CRM platforms and Microsoft Office or similar tools 

    • Eagerness to develop business acumen and grow within an account management career path. 

      • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and internal stakeholders. 

      • Basic proficiency in CRM systems and business tools such as spreadsheets, project management platforms, and communication tools. 

      • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations. 

      • Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing client needs. 

      • Organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. 

      • Willingness to learn industry-specific tools, processes, and best practices. 

      • Collaboration skills to work effectively across teams and support shared goals.  

       
      • Strong communication skills, vital for client interactions and stakeholder management that lead to deep relationships. 

      • Proficiency in using CRM software and business tools such as data analytics software, spreadsheets for financial tracking, project management platforms, and communication software, crucial for efficient account management. 

      • Ability to support financial tracking, budgeting, and cost monitoring efforts. 

      • Conflict resolution expertise to address and resolve potential disputes effectively. 

      • Basic knowledge or awareness of the tools and techniques used in single family renovations. 

      • Time management skills ensuring efficient handling of multiple accounts and projects. 

      • Stakeholder coordination skills to support communication between clients, contractors, and internal teams. 

Why Lessen:
·        Competitive compensation
·        Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability options
·        401K retirement savings plan
·        Paid vacation, federal and floating holidays
·        Maternity/Paternity Pay
·        Career advancement opportunities
·        All the tools you'll need to be successful

Lessen is intentional about attracting, developing, and retaining amazing talent from diverse backgrounds. We’re looking for teammates that are enthusiastic, empathetic, curious, motivated, reliable, and will help us amplify the positive & inclusive culture we’ve been building.  Lessen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

Skills Required

  • 1-3 years in account management, customer success, sales support, or related field
  • Familiarity with CRM platforms
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and spreadsheets
  • Basic understanding of customer service principles and client relationship management
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and make recommendations
  • Problem-solving skills with proactive approach to addressing client needs
  • Organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Collaboration skills to work effectively across teams
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Experience or exposure to property management, construction, or residential services
  • Basic knowledge or awareness of tools and techniques used in single family renovations

What the Team is Saying

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Lessen LLC Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision insurance are offered alongside FSA/HSA options, life and disability coverage, mental‑health/EAP support, and pet insurance. Coverage is characterized as good quality even if not the cheapest.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with employer match is part of the package. This aligns with a modern total‑rewards mix that also includes bonuses and, for some senior roles, equity.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid parental leave, flexible/unlimited PTO (varies by role), and paid volunteer time are included. Remote/hybrid work options further expand flexibility.

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The Company
HQ: Scottsdale, Arizona
713 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Lessen is the tech-enabled, end-to-end property service provider that is transforming how commercial and residential real estate services are delivered and managed at scale. Lessen’s technology platform provides data-driven insights that unlock key growth opportunities for the entire real estate ecosystem—including investors, owners, managers, and service providers. The company leverages a network of over 30,000 vetted, qualified vendors (Lessen Affiliates) serving clients with over 1 million properties and completing more than 3.5 million work orders annually across an expanding range of services. Lessen, LLC is a venture-backed, privately held company with offices in Scottsdale and Chicago. To learn more, visit Lessen.com.

Why Work With Us

We make caring for and improving properties simpler, faster, better. Powered by tech and perfected by people, we deliver best-in-class, transformational solutions to deliver assets to market faster, keep businesses up and running, and improve customer and resident experiences. We're property services, simplified.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

At Lessen, managers decide how teams work best—office, home, or hybrid. We value flexibility, connection, and outcomes, investing in tools that keep everyone aligned and focused on delivering great results together.

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