To secure a full-time opportunity in the finance or business department, leveraging my passion for learning, self-driven nature, and leadership skills to contribute to the growth of the company. As an innovative and quick learner, I am committed to creating an environment that fosters leadership development, while actively contributing to the success of the team and the organization.
Hi, I’m
Ruben Marin
Beach Park,IL
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Keller Williams North ShoreLibertyville, IL
Realtor
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted thorough financial analysis for clients, including assessing market trends, evaluating investment opportunities, and conducting financial due diligence to help clients make informed decisions.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with a diverse clientele, including first-time home buyers, experienced home buyers, investors, and families, by providing exceptional customer service, managing expectations, and maintaining effective communication throughout the buying and selling process.
- Demonstrated strong negotiation skills in multiple offer situations, resulting in successful outcomes for clients, including selling homes for above asking price and securing favorable terms for buyers.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to provide clients with accurate pricing recommendations, analyze market trends, and identify investment opportunities, utilizing various tools and resources to stay updated on local real estate market conditions.
- Utilized effective sales and marketing strategies to promote listings and attract potential buyers, including creating compelling property listings, coordinating open houses, conducting property showings, and leveraging social media and online platforms to generate leads.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts, purchase agreements, and other legal documents related to real estate transactions, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and providing guidance and support to clients throughout the contract negotiation and closing process.
- Prepared and presented financial reports, including cash flow projections, return on investment (ROI) analysis, and investment performance summaries, to clients and stakeholders, providing valuable insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve complex issues and challenges related to real estate transactions, including navigating through multiple offer situations, addressing financing issues, and managing contingencies, while ensuring smooth and successful closings.
- Meticulously managed and maintained transactional documentation, financial records, and other important paperwork, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Utilized various real estate and financial software and tools, including MLS (Multiple Listing Service), CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software, financial modeling tools, and other relevant technologies to streamline processes, analyze data, and enhance productivity.
Law Office of Judy K. MaldonadoGurnee, IL
Paralegal
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Possess knowledge of real estate law, including contract negotiation, title examination, closing procedures, and regulatory compliance, acquired through working closely with attorneys and other paralegals in the firm.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in guiding clients through the complex real estate negotiation process, providing regular updates, explaining legal concepts, and addressing questions or concerns, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Successfully coordinated and worked with various stakeholders, such as local municipalities, homeowners associations, other attorneys, lenders, and closers at title companies, to ensure smooth and timely completion of real estate transactions, facilitating efficient communication and collaboration among different parties involved.
- Proficient in handling and managing complex legal documents, including contracts, deeds, title reports, and closing documents, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legal requirements, and timely submission to relevant parties.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing workloads, and maintaining meticulous attention to detail to ensure efficient and effective support to attorneys and clients.
- Proficient in using software and technology, document management systems, and online databases for legal research, enhancing productivity and accuracy in completing tasks.
- Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to real estate transactions, including but not limited to, RESPA, TRID, and CFPB regulations, ensuring transactions are conducted in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve issues and challenges that may arise during real estate transactions, such as title defects, liens, and other legal or operational issues, while working collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders to find effective solutions.
- Adhered to high ethical standards, maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive client information and legal matters, while upholding the rules of professional conduct and maintaining client trust.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
Century 21 Affiliated MakiWaukegan, IL
Realtor
10.2020 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Conducted home buyer workshops, educating buyers on home purchasing process.
- Oversaw and negotiated offers for real estate purchases on clients' behalf.
- Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
- Represented both buyers and sellers in real estate transactions.
- Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
- Researched and determined competitive market price.
- Scheduled home viewings with potential buyers and showed properties, explained features, and communicated the value and benefits of available inventory.
- Generated list of properties to meet specific client needs.
- Facilitated closing process on behalf of clients and reviewed parts of contracts to resolve issues prior to closing.
- Promoted sales through advertising, open houses and Multiple Listing Services.
- Communicated with inspectors, lenders and pest control companies to maintain purchase agreement terms.
- Conferred with escrow companies, lenders and home inspectors to expedite transactions and home buying process.
- Maintained current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers.
- Executed marketing efforts via cold calling, postcard mailings and door knocking,
- Grew client base by acquiring new customers and identifying needs to deliver relevant real estate investments.
Recreational Sports, Marquette UniversityMilwaukee, WI
Student Manager/Norris Park Supervisor
12.2016 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Facilitated interviews during the hiring process of new student managers, and trained new building supervisors, and service staff throughout the fall and spring semesters.
- Managed and organized the entire schedule of all supervisors during the fall and spring semesters while managing course load.
- Led and coached staff on procedures during emergency situations and evaluated employee performance as well emergency scenario performance.
- Set up and maintained practice nets, cones and pads.
- Tracked and maintained team equipment inventory, laundered players' uniforms and cleaned locker rooms with energy and enthusiasm.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Completed thorough opening and closing of facilities, while working late nights and early morning for club rentals and tournaments.
- Coordinated shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Held one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
David&GoliathEl Segundo, CA
HR/Talent Intern
06.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Performed various administrative tasks and supported the Human Resources, Talent, and Culture department.
- Worked alongside other interns in various departments to execute a group project related to a non-profit organization.
- Sent onboarding paperwork to new hires via DocuSign and collected agency timesheets.
- Researched job candidates that hiring manager planned to interview and compiled detailed reports regarding information.
- Auditioned and interviewed performers to match attributes to specific roles and increased available acting talent pools.
- Accomplished simultaneous objectives by meticulously managing schedules, monitoring email and prioritizing multiple tasks.
- Attended to administrative tasks such as copying scripts, developing breakdowns, creating shortlists, contacting actors and managing actor paperwork and contracts to keep process flowing and avoid production delays.
- Employed effective communication while working closely with directors, producers, talent agents and actors to achieve smooth casting processes.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry trends to make informed casting decisions and achieve target audience goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Marquette UniversityMilwaukee, WI
Peer Counselor
06.2018 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by being able to mentor students and be a role model.
- Proved to be a professional and trustworthy counselor when participating in weekly meetings with the professional staff and students.
- Impacted students by participating in the classroom and helping students build effective study skills during independent study times and transition to college times.
- Shared personal stories and experiences to provide hope, advocacy and one-on-one support to peers.
- Collaborated with peer mentoring program members to devise new methods to generate interest and participation.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and capitalizing on personal interests, goals and strengths.
- Participated in conflict resolution and problem-solving to support healthy coping skills.
- Expressed understanding and support to help individuals pursue paths to professional development.
- Demonstrated cultural responsiveness to support diverse families and communities.
Education
Marquette UniversityMilwaukee, WI
Bachelor of Communication from Advertising, Marketing
05.2020
University Overview
- Magis Leadership Award
Skills
- Market research
- Sales development
- Purchase agreements
- Contract negotiation
- Client relations
- Negotiations
- CRM software use
- Lead generation
- First time buyer specialist
- National Association of Realtors
- Highly professional
- Digital marketing
- Excellent communicator
- Lead follow up
- Tech-savvy
- Sales presentations
- Client management
- Honest and ethical
- Fluent in Spanish
- Understands confidentiality
- Risk management
- File and records management
- Campaign planning
- Communications management
- Event planning and execution
- Competitive and trend analysis
- Escrow management
- Traditional marketing
References
References
References
Judy K. Maldonado | (847)-379-7300
Attorney at Law Law Office of Judy K. Maldonado
Jean Grow | (414)-399-2080
Founder and Chief Truths Teller at GROW - a DEI consultancy
James Friel | (414)-288-5616
Associate Director at Marquette University
Elizabeth Scheffler | (847)-336-7333
Managing Broker at Century 21 Affiliated Maki
Timeline
Realtor
Keller Williams North Shore
04.2022 - Current
Realtor
Century 21 Affiliated Maki
10.2020 - 03.2022
Paralegal
Law Office of Judy K. Maldonado
08.2020 - Current
HR/Talent Intern
David&Goliath
06.2019 - 08.2019
Peer Counselor
Marquette University
06.2018 - 08.2018
Student Manager/Norris Park Supervisor
Recreational Sports, Marquette University
12.2016 - 03.2020
Marquette University
Bachelor of Communication from Advertising, Marketing