ABOUT BURNS & CO.
Burns & Co. is a husband-and-wife real estate team based in Franklin, TN, operating under the Compass platform. Led by Ashley and Beau Burns, we are one of the top small teams in Franklin. Our brand is built on approachable luxury, genuine relationships, and a client experience that feels personal at every step.
We are a small, close-knit team that moves fast, cares deeply, and takes a lot of pride in what we do. We are growing and building the infrastructure to match and this role is central to that next chapter. We are not just looking for someone to fill a seat. We want someone who is genuinely invested in where we are going and excited to help us get there.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a licensed, highly organized, and deeply trustworthy Executive Assistant to support Ashley and Beau across all areas of the business. This is primarily a behind-the-scenes role. You will be the person keeping everything running smoothly so Ashley and Beau can stay focused on clients and growth.
Day to day you will be supporting transactions, keeping systems organized, managing logistics, and making sure no detail gets missed. Ashley and Beau own the client relationships, your job is to make sure everything behind the scenes is executed flawlessly so they can focus on what they do best. Occasionally, when they are out of town or need extra hands, you will step in for showings or open houses. That flexibility is important to us.
This role will evolve as we grow and we see that as a feature, not a bug. We want someone who brings a genuine growth mindset, not just here to execute a task list but truly invested in helping scale this business. If you are the kind of person who thinks about how to do things better, brings ideas to the table, and wants to grow alongside a rapidly scaling team, we want to hear from you. An active Tennessee real estate license is required for this role.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Buyer and Transaction Support
- Support the buyer pipeline through lead nurturing, showing coordination, and contract writing
- Execute client touchpoints throughout the transaction with care and attention to detail
- Keep our CRM and transaction management systems current and accurate
- Step in for showings and open houses when needed
- Help prepare for and attend listing appointments
- Coordinate all pre-listing logistics including photography, staging, repairs, and marketing materials
- Support the listing and escrow process by keeping tasks, deadlines, and logistics on track
- Execute listing marketing including property flyers, signage, and collateral
- Host open houses and coordinate coverage as needed
- Source and deliver client touchpoints at key moments throughout the transaction
- Manage team calendars and email inboxes
- Handle vendor payments and day-to-day administrative tasks
- Maintain and organize client gifting inventory and execute all gift deliveries and touchpoints
- Monitor new listing activity on behalf of active buyers
- Manage client appreciation efforts including pop-by gifts, home anniversary deliveries, and event coordination
- Maintain stock of all branded materials and collateral
- Support lead tracking and basic data management
- Attend weekly team meetings
Marketing and Systems Support
- Maintain and execute email marketing campaigns and client communication workflows
- Manage and organize marketing templates and content across platforms
- Support our social media presence through light posting and engagement
- Help manage integrations between our key business systems
- Assist with paid advertising for listings
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Active Tennessee real estate license required
- A genuine can-do attitude — you are the person who says yes and figures out the how
- Growth mindset — not just here to check boxes but genuinely invested in helping build and scale a growing business
- Brings ideas to the table and looks for ways to improve how things are done, not just maintain the status quo
- Exceptionally organized with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable and confident working behind the scenes — you take pride in being the engine, not the face
- Discreet and trustworthy — this role involves access to sensitive business and personal information
- A strong communicator who follows through every time
- Adaptable and calm under pressure — priorities shift and you shift with them
- Proactive and self-directed — you anticipate what is needed without being asked
- Comfortable with real estate and marketing tools, or genuinely eager to learn
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
- Prior experience in real estate, executive assistance, or a similar support role is a plus
COMPENSATION AND DETAILS
Salary: Competitive base salary + bonus
Benefits: 401K matching, health insurance
Type: Full-Time, W2 Employee
Location: Franklin, TN — In-Person / Hybrid
Reports to: Ashley Burns and Beau Burns
Pay: $65,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Franklin, TN 37064
