JLL · 2 days ago
Transaction Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expJLL is seeking a Transaction Manager to join their Data Center Brokerage team in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on managing deal workflows, fostering client relationships, and driving business growth while overseeing various project management tasks.
CommercialReal Estate
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
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
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.59B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $565.35M
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2019-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $46.5M
Leadership Team
Christian Ulbrich
Global Chief Executive Officer
Jones Lang LaSalle
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