• Chief of Staff

    Friedman Management Company (Farmington Hills, MI)


    Description

    Job Title: Chief of Staff Location: Farmington Hills, MI Reports To: President

     

    Company Overview Friedman Real Estate is a leading privately held commercial real estate firm, specializing in property management, facilities management, construction, brokerage, and mortgage banking. The company manages a diverse portfolio and is pursuing significant growth over the next decade.

     

    Position Summary The Chief of Staff is a strategic partner to the President, responsible for driving organizational alignment and supporting executive initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional collaboration.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Apply EOS® operating system principles to align people, processes, and priorities.

    + Translate executive vision into actionable plans and monitor progress.

    + Represent the President in internal meetings, facilitate discussions, and document decisions.

    + Ensure accountability and follow-up on strategic initiatives.

    + Foster cross-departmental communication and resolve operational challenges.

    + Lead special projects, including technology upgrades and process improvements.

    + Oversee internal communications and promote a culture of collaboration and accountability.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or related field (MBA preferred).

    + Minimum 7 years’ experience in operations, strategy, or executive support; real estate experience preferred.

    + Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

    + Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

    + Strong leadership presence and ability to influence at all levels.

     

    Skills & Competencies

     

    + Strategic thinking and problem-solving

    + Project management and process improvement

    + Financial acumen and real estate operations knowledge

    + High emotional intelligence and relationship-building skills

     

    Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.