At Cushman & Wakefield, we employ the most talented professionals and invest in superior resources and technologies to provide our clients with innovative advice and bottom line results.

The talent of our extraordinary people and the culture and business approach we foster, coupled with the exceptional, creative services we provide and the results we deliver worldwide for owners, occupiers, and investors are what really distinguishes Cushman & Wakefield from all other real estate service firms.

Cushman & Wakefield is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Senior Transaction Manager – Washington, DC

This position is responsible for the delivery, management, and reporting processes related to commercial real estate transaction management services for a portfolio of properties for a Fortune 500 company.  You will be on site working directly with the client real estate group and their business units and responsible for all aspects of the real property transaction processes.

Job Summary

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the development of business case reports, oversight of the entire approval through transaction delivery and close out process, coordination with internal client teams, management of field brokerage professionals and other subject matter experts necessary to deliver an integrated solution to our client.

Principle Responsibilities

• Organize, manage, deliver and report on real property transaction activities and related services
• Manage, monitor, and direct field brokers to assure appropriate outcomes and deliverables
• Respond to client deadlines  
• Manage, coordinate, and successfully use all necessary client technologies and software relating to the real estate process
• Coordinate efforts with client management teams/service lines throughout the designated region
• Assure that client policies and quality standards are met in relation to transactional processes
• Prepare and present oral/written presentations and strategic plans
• Quantify and report on occupancy cost savings and value add
• Prepare accurate and informative project tracking reports, financial reports, and financial analyses
• Provide thought leadership, process improvements and industry best practices applicable for the client’s portfolio of properties
• Oversee document management process. Develop with the client standard forms and procedures to assure consistency in process and quality assurance
• Establish, maintain, and enhance the client relationship
• Maintain visibility with senior leadership; lead the client business review processes and provide the resources necessary to assure client satisfaction 
• Interface with other service line experts providing services to the client

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree desirable
• Extensive experience in Financial Analysis and significant capabilities and knowledge set of Microsoft Excel programs
• Real estate salesperson/broker’s license
• 7-10 years of Commercial real estate transaction experience; corporate real estate experience preferable

Required Skills

• Strong oral and written communication/presentation skills required
• Understanding of corporate organizational structure and the ability to adapt to clients culture 
• Financial analysis experience and familiarity with more advanced financial concepts
• Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite,(Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with quickly learning new technologies and software
• Understanding of resource allocation and implementation concepts
• Strong relationship, leadership, management and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to quality
• Team oriented

If you have the skills necessary to thrive in a fast paced environment, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and a genuine career opportunity. To be considered please apply through the Taleo Link: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CUSHWAKE&cws=1&rid=684

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