Supervisor, Transaction Management

McDonald's Corporation • Chicago, IL

28d

About The Position

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.
Department OverviewContributes to the McDonald’s National Development Plan by assuming primary real estate responsibilities for new/relo inventory post-contract execution. The National Real Estate Transaction Manager is a member of the Real Estate COE team and supports the National Real Estate COE team for one or more Field Offices.

Requirements

• Ability to negotiate various legal documents and manage many different transactions at the same time.
• Data analysis and ability to utilize Excel and PowerPoint to assist in understanding and presenting data
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization as well as external clients, Landlord, Developers.
• Working knowledge of typical mapping, analytical, and sales projection tools.
• Understanding of retail leases, purchase agreements, easements, CC&Rs and other applicable real estate documents.
• Proficiency in handling multiple projects with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of internal/external stakeholders including senior management, landlords, attorneys, and external consultants
• Highly organized and able to multi-task.
• Strong knowledge of the real estate acquisition process, and ground up real estate development
• Extremely detail-oriented, efficient, and organized with an exceptional ability to establish priorities and objectives

Responsibilities

• Assumes primary responsibility for real estate transaction post-contract execution through ground break and opening. This includes negotiating lease amendments, access agreements, easements and leading communication with Landlords/Sellers on their contract deliverables
• Conducts research on behalf of NREMs that may be required for site approval, which may include validating growth projections, road expansion projects, competitor activity, and similar information
• Reviews/filters site submittals through Opportunity Real Estate, brokerage companies, developers and similar sources
• Works in tandem with Coordination team to track and communicate project progression to ensure project meets contractual obligations and contingency period deadlines
• Works in tandem with construction managers to ensure seamless transitions into permitting, construction, and turnover/grand opening on individual projects.
• Works cross-functionally with Construction, Strategy and Analytics, and Finance teams to update financial pro formas, including costs and sales volume estimates
• Prepares franchise orientation packages and coordinates communication between RECOE and Field teams regarding new restaurant offerings
• Works with Coordinators to resolve issues identified in title, survey or other documents that may impact building size, design, restrictions and other similar matters
• Assists NREMs in preparing presentations for Real Estate Committee approval

Benefits

• This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO).
• This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed