Transaction Manager

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On-site locations:
Chicago, ILtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition :
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We are looking for a
** Transaction Manager
** to join our Data Center Brokerage team in our
** Chicago, IL
** office. Your primary focus will be to manage deal workflow while fostering client relationships and business growth. You will work both independently and as part of a team, and will occasionally supervise or manage the workload of Senior Analysts and Analysts. Our Transaction Manager will manage and work with professionals across a wide variety of disciplines and business units. This is a high-volume client-facing environment that is fun, fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic and inclusive.
* Maintain comprehensive project oversight ensuring all initiatives remain on track through rigorous timeline management, deliverable coordination, and quality assurance across all client engagements
* Drive operational efficiency across team functions by streamlining RFP processes, pitch development, prospecting workflows, and client outreach activities while maintaining robust prospect tracking systems
* Proactively anticipate client and team needs, identifying potential challenges and implementing solutions before requests are made, maintaining a forward-thinking approach to project management
* Oversee master project tracking system encompassing pipeline management, deliverable coordination, action item delegation, and systematic follow-up protocols to ensure seamless project execution
* Coordinate daily and weekly strategic meetings to drive critical support functions and maintain momentum across all active engagements and business development activities
* Develop and maintain comprehensive status dashboards and tracking systems for pursuit activities and transaction management, providing real-time visibility into project status
* Execute comprehensive deal administration including CRM system management, representative agreement processing, NDA coordination, scope of work development, RFP creation, and LOI preparation
* Provide executive calendar management and comprehensive meeting support including briefing preparation, detailed note-taking, action item documentation, and systematic follow-up coordination
* Process and coordinate NDA execution, proposal development, RFP response management, and conduct systematic follow-up communications to advance deal progression
* Coordinate targeted email communications and marketing outreach initiatives while maintaining organized file management systems across all client engagements
* Assist in developing client deliverables including offering memorandums, summary decks, management of RFP analysis, property reviews and more
* Client facing at times
** Required
* ** 3+ years commercial real estate transaction or leasing experience or data center experience
** Preferred
* ** Understanding of & commitment to client services with superior negotiation, leasing & interpersonal skills including verbal & written communication
* Ability to build relationships & interact effectively with business partners & clients
* Project management capabilities, including multi-tasking, prioritization, deadline management, & the ability to work both independently & with a team
* Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, assignments & to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate or related is preferred
* Real estate brokerage or salesperson’s license

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