Senior Transaction Manager

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We are seeking a Senior Transaction Manager to join the Americas Brokerage Group of JLL.  The position will support a significant, NY based, global occupier and provide transaction management and related portfolio services.

The Senior Transaction Manager will be responsible for ensuring a high level of client satisfaction, by managing a large volume of transactions, delivering upon key client initiatives as well as ensuring consistency in processes, systems and reporting.  The individual will manage and execute complex leases and/or capital transactions, including reporting, budgets, cash flow forecasts, executive approvals, and strategic planning

Core Responsibilities

Transaction Management

• Independently manage and execute complex, large, and mid-size transactions with a high level of proficiency and knowledge.
• Collect client requirements; obtain market data; review market reports; and retain real estate broker partners nationally.
• Oversee site selection and site evaluation.
• Create requests for proposals (RFPs).
• Negotiate letters of intent (LOIs), leases, and purchase and sale agreements.
• Prepare transaction approval packages for the client’s executive management.
• Negotiate favorable economic and flexible lease terms.
• Coordinate with field brokers; review and finalize broker engagements; and review commission invoices to ensure accuracy.
• Actively monitor progress of assigned transactions.
• Develop occupancy cost savings strategies and evaluate alternative occupancy solutions.

Client/Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with key stakeholders in the client’s organization.
• Attend regular client meetings and conference calls.
• Manage transaction and pipeline reporting to the client, including ongoing communication and manual pipeline upkeep.
• Execute and proactively suggest opportunities to improve client transaction management processes.

Financial Management and Measurement

• Demonstrates financial acumen including understanding of P&L impacts on real state decision making  
• Support the client with development of financial analyses in accordance with the client’s process.
• Be responsible for achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs), service levels, and other measures.

Required Qualifications and Skills for Success

• 10–12 years of experience in Transaction Management or Corporate Real Estate.
• Experience managing complex transactions and working with high transaction volume.
• Experience supporting large, global occupiers.
• Experience managing confidential initiatives, including knowing when to escalate with urgency, and how to de-escalate and mitigate risks.
• Proven skills in contract review and lease negotiations.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• Solid understanding of financial and accounting impacts.
• Strong verbal and written communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to understand and adhere to process.
• Fluent in Spanish and proficient in Portuguese.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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