Transaction Manager (Hybrid)
About The Position
Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do Responsible for the negotiation of First American's Corporate Real Estate small to medium sized lease renewal transactions (primarily 1,500 square feet or less) and various relocation leases as directed by the Senior Transaction Manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
- 4+ years Real Estate experience in lease transaction negotiation required
- Real Estate Salesperson License required; Broker’s License preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required
- Highly skilled in Transaction Management and lease negotiations
- Strong real estate financial analysis skills and familiarity with accounting concepts required
- Computer: Proficient with MS Office Suite
- Experience with both office and retail lease negotiations
- Competency in Strategic Planning
- Accomplished interpersonal, presentation and relationship management skills
- Excellent organizational abilities required
- Competency in Real Estate Market Analysis and ability to perform Internet based research
- Competency in managing high volume of transactions and/or projects
Responsibilities
- Able to address all aspects of transaction management and ensure service delivery to internal client
- Manage flow of documentation and communications for assigned transactions
- Responsible for working with operation groups and coordinating efforts with Cushman & Wakefield strategic alliance partners
- Management of transaction service delivery on all assigned transactions
- Determine needs of internal client and communicate project parameters to Senior Transaction Manager
- Ensure that project parameters are comprehensive and correct
- Handle direct lease negotiations for all assigned transactions
- Coordinate legal review of all lease documents
- Ensure accuracy of financial data
- Project tracking/reporting including performance measurement and value add
- Accountable for accuracy of data in portfolio management systems
- Provide written and oral reporting of critical lease action items
- Communicate ideas and suggestions for process improvements
- Identify occupancy cost saving strategies for selective transactions
- Ensure implementation of agreed upon strategy
- Support business case development as needed
- Prepare reports and financial analysis toward the completion of a strategic plan
- Execute strategies by developing action plans
- Quantify and report on occupancy cost savings and value added
Benefits
- Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
