Transactions Management

JLL • Fort Worth, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transaction Manager for JLL’s Rail Practice Group (RPG) provides service to RPG clients by managing and executing lease transactions across an assigned geographic portfolio. Reporting directly to the RPG Director Portfolio Management, the role is the primary point of contact for client-owned real estate transactions and is accountable for delivering value-added results aligned with client objectives. The position is on-site in Fort Worth, Texas.

The role manages client-owned real estate and transaction activity, including leases and dispositions. It involves negotiating lease agreements, amendments, and collateral security agreements; processing lease and purchase inquiries; coordinating with brokers, landlords, attorneys, and client teams; and monitoring key lease dates. Additional duties include property marketing and inspections, responding to property management issues, supporting property approvals and premises surrender or decommissioning, and preparing transaction reporting and financial and market analyses.

The successful candidate will bring commercial real estate transaction or leasing experience, strong negotiation, analytical, communication, organizational, and client-service skills, and the ability to manage high transaction volumes independently and collaboratively. An active real estate brokerage or salesperson license is required for business in assigned states, though it may be obtained after hire. The position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of commercial real estate transaction or leasing experience.
• Active real estate brokerage or salesperson license required for conducting business in assigned states; the license may be obtained after hire.
• Comprehensive knowledge of real estate and lease terminology.
• Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong financial and qualitative analytical ability.
• Strong negotiation experience and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation abilities.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within teams.
• Strong attention to detail and process compliance.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and manage high transaction volumes.
• Exceptional time management and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service.
• Willingness to embrace new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of direct transaction background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a comprehensive portfolio of client-owned real estate within an assigned geographic territory and serve as the direct point of contact for portfolio management activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with client internal departments, attend client meetings and conference calls, and provide transaction advice.
• Analyze and manage the client portfolio to identify value-maximizing opportunities, including properties suitable for lease or termination.
• Manage the complete transaction process for leases and dispositions, including negotiating lease agreements, amendments, and collateral security agreements.
• Process lease and purchase inquiries for client-owned properties and engage brokers, landlords, and attorneys as required.
• Review lease documents and provide financial terms to the client’s finance team for modeling.
• Track lease expirations, renewals, rent increases, and other key dates, ensuring client goals and objectives are met or exceeded.
• Proactively market client properties for lease and conduct inspections of current and potential lease sites.
• Respond to property management issues and assemble and submit information required for client property approvals.
• Oversee surrender of premises and decommissioning projects.
• Manage transaction reporting, create and update financial reports, and gather key performance data.
• Research companies, individuals, and potential subtenants; compile market data; conduct lease clause reviews and analysis; and maintain accurate transaction database information.
• Compile research and execute special projects as an information resource for clients.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior