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Transaction Manager

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 5+ years of commercial real estate transaction or leasing experience
  • Real estate brokerage or salesperson license
  • Strong client service orientation with superior negotiation and verbal/written communication skills
  • Ability to build relationships and interact effectively with business partners and clients

Requirements:

  • Manage high-volume lease transactions, provide market advice, and report updates to clients
  • Coordinate co-brokers and oversee analysts throughout the deal process
  • Review lease documents and prepare lease summaries/abstracts as part of due diligence
  • Research market and property data, evaluate potential subtenants, work on special projects, and track transactions and commissions in proprietary software

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

What this job involves 

We are looking for a Transaction Manager to join our Brokerage team.  Your primary focus will be to manage lease transactions while fostering client relationships and business growth. You will work both independently and as part of a team, and will occasionally supervise or manage the workload of Senior Analysts and Analysts. Our Transaction Manager will manage and work with professionals across a wide variety of disciplines and business units. This is a high-volume client-facing environment that is fun, fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic and inclusive. 

  • Assume key transaction responsibilities & provide market advice for client(s) 
  • Improve client transaction management processes by handling a high volume of transactions, reporting updates to clients and attending regular client meetings & conference calls 
  • Select & manage co-brokers for lease transactions while managing analyst responsibilities throughout the deal process 
  • Review lease documents, write lease summaries & abstracts, as part of due diligence process 
  • Gather & evaluate real estate market & property data by researching market, companies, landlords, & potential subtenants 
  • Work on and direct special projects & assignments 
  • Prepare commission invoices and track transactions in proprietary software programs 

Interested?  An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications: 

Required  

  • 5+ years commercial real estate transaction or leasing experience 
  • Real estate brokerage or salesperson’s license 

Preferred  

  • Understanding of & commitment to client services with superior negotiation, leasing & interpersonal skills including verbal & written communication  
  • Ability to build relationships & interact effectively with business partners & clients 
  • Project management capabilities, including multi-tasking, prioritization, deadline management, & the ability to work both independently & with a team 
  • Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, assignments & to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate or related is preferred 

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! 

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

100,000.00 – 120,000.00 USD per year

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.

Location:

Remote –Chicago, IL

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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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