Transaction Manager

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Transaction Manager

We are seeking a Transaction Manager to join a JLL team responsible for executing a large volume and variety of real estate transactions that create enterprise value for one of JLL’s largest global technology clients - a Fortune 100 technology company - in partnership with the client’s internal real estate team. The position is required tobe based inSan Francisco, CAor New York, NY withsome travel requiredto support site selection activities, face-to-face negotiationsand client / team interactions on a periodic basis.

Location: This role will be in San Francisco, CAor New York, NY; option for remote based on experience.

What this job involves:

You will join a highperforming, multi-disciplinary team to deliver Transaction Management solutions to one of JLL’s largest global technology clients. This client is known for pairing enormous scalewith a fast-moving, founder-style culture - an ownership mentality, a healthy disregard for the impossible, and an unrelenting focus on the people who use its products. JLL’s team is expected to operatewith the same energy, transparency, and bias for action.

Overseeing a portfolio of sites,this position calls for a highly energeticprofessionalwith excellent communication, portfolio managementand client relationship management skills. Comfortable in working towards achieving performance targets, you will be responsible fordeliveringa range of real estate transaction solutionsto a client seekingboth the consistency and innovation that come from a closely integratedpartnership with JLL.

Critical responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Transaction Program Management

• Manage the transaction pipeline for assigned properties/portfolio - track critical dates, flag optimization opportunities, and feed into strategic plan formation

• Manage broker vendor partners through RFPs, LOIs, leases, subleases, PSAs, and license agreements from initiation to execution

• Serve as primary day-to-day client contact - lead meetings, direct field brokers, and provide strategic counsel to decision-makers

• Negotiate high-value, complex lease transactions with precision at scale and speed

• Coordinate due diligence and corporate approval requirements across tax, risk, accounting, corporate security, EHS, and anti-corruption

• Draft business case / corporate approval documentation with the client's finance team for opex/capex investments prior to commitments, managing to deadlines

• Partner with internal/external legal counsel on negotiating and executing all transaction documentation

• Track milestones and deadlines across brokers, attorneys, architects, contractors, and other service providers

• Prepare and analyze property/portfolio data to support transaction and portfolio-level evaluation, including budgeting

• Produce monthly/quarterly/semi-annual reporting - highs, lows, process improvements, lessons learned, plus ad hoc reports

• Resolve transaction issues directly with clients and proactively evaluate alternative solutions

Raising the Bar

• Regularly liaise with peersto share best practices, and other key delivery partners from JLL and other service providers delivering integration, data integrity, and project and facilities management

• Leverage JLL research team, bringing research insights, analyticsand innovative ideas to regional client leadership

• Leverage, invent and simplify best practices, including the continuous improvement of process, toolsand templates

• “See around corners” to mitigate anticipatedrisks/take advantage of opportunities

• Proactively identifyprocess inefficiencies, formulate and execute on implementation plans, followed by tracking and demonstratingresults

Client/Stakeholder Management

• Responsible for effective transaction management service delivery to meet contractual obligations of JLL

• Develop and maintaina detailed understanding of the client’s business and key factors influencing their requirementfor our services

Financial Management

• Contribute to the achievement of key performance indicators, service levels and other measures as contracted

• Bring the best of the JLL platform to the client by introducing innovative JLL products and services which may help the client achieve its business objectives

Every day is different, and in all these activities, we’d encourage you to show your ingenuity - with deep respect for the client’s partners and colleagues at every turn, and an unwavering focus on the end user of the client’s products in every decision you make.

Soundlike you? To apply you need to be / have:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's, MBA, or advanced degree preferred

• 7-10 years' experience in commercial real estate transaction management

• Demonstrated skills in contract review, lease/purchaseand sale negotiations

• Solid understanding of financial and accounting impacts

• Proficiencywith Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Docs/Sheets/Slides, etc.)

• Track recordof speed, flexibility, and frugality under heavy workload and rapid change

• Exceptional communication, writing, and presentation skills - able to deliver a compelling, concise narrative

• Strong negotiating, analytical, and organizational skills

• Ability to thrive in a matrixed environment, managing cross-functional teams through influence rather than authority

• Strong problem-solving skills; anticipatesrisks and opportunities proactively

• Strategic thinker with strong tactical execution

• Effective resource and project management skills

• Ability to interpret and communicate business intelligence/data analytics

• Outstanding client service skills

• Operates independently, escalating complex or strategic issues to the Account Lead

Compensation

• The range listed below is for total compensation; inclusive of base plus target bonus.

What you can expect from us

We are an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture which upholds our core values to be direct, decisive, and humble; We believe the best inspires the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together, and celebrating our success. We succeedtogether. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, well-being, benefits and pay. With us, you will develop your strengths and enjoy a career full of varied experiences.We can’twait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL.

About JLL

We are JLL-a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spacesand sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. We have operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of over 110,000 individuals.We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. That’swhywe’recommittedto creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve our full potential.

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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.

Location:

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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