Transaction Manager

Position Overview
JLL is seeking a Transaction Manager to support our team for a global client portfolio, responsible for transactions in North America and LATAM regions across primarily office and industrial assets. This role offers flexible working with proximity to an East Coast JLL office preferred.
About The Role
As a Transaction Manager, you will lead and execute real estate lease transactions while fostering client relationships and driving business growth. Working in a high-volume, client-facing environment, you'll manage transactions independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams across various disciplines and business units. As part of a global team supporting North America and LATAM primarily, with occasional support for EMEA and APAC regions, you'll work across time zones and geographies. This role requires expertise in transaction management, market analysis, and client relationship development in a dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive workplace. Travel may be required based on client and transaction needs.
Primary Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
Serve as a trusted advisor for client real estate transactions
Attend and actively participate in client meetings and conference calls
Continuous improvement of client transaction management processes
Collaborate with clients and team members to resolve tenant-landlord issues
Manage building tours and transaction reporting for clients
Work directly with client stakeholders to understand real estate requirements
Transaction Management
Independently manage and execute lease transactions with high proficiency
Select, engage, and manage brokers for lease transactions
Negotiate favorable economic and flexible lease terms
Review lease documents, create lease abstracts, and summaries
Gather and evaluate market data and property information
Research landlords, companies, and potential subtenants
Negotiate letters of intent, leases, and other transaction documents
Prepare commission invoices and track transactions in proprietary systems
Account Performance Support
Assist Global Portfolio Services Lead and Account Director in managing client deliverables
Create and maintain financial reports and key performance metrics
Ensure accuracy of portfolio data
Develop occupancy cost-saving strategies
Evaluate alternative occupancy solutions and financial structures
Manage surrender of premises or decommissioning projects when needed
Industry-Specific Knowledge
Office & Industrial: Knowledge of commercial real estate market fundamentals including market analysis, rental rate trends, lease structures, vacancy rates, and competitive positioning. Understanding of workplace strategy, office space planning and industrial property types (warehouse, distribution, light industrial).
Requirements
9+ years of commercial real estate transactions or leasing experience
Active real estate brokerage or salesperson's license preferred
Knowledge of real estate and lease terminology
Strong negotiation skills and transaction execution experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate or related field
Experience in corporate real estate with understanding of client service requirements
Strong analytical abilities, both financial and qualitative
Expertise with complex commercial lease structures
Proficiency with TME, CoStar and other specialized real estate databases

Work arrangement
Yes