Transaction Manager - Acquisitions & Divestments

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Shaping the future of real estate for a better world!

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people live, work, play, shop, and eat.

What this opportunity involves

JLL is seeking a highly motivated Transaction Manager – Acquisitions & Divestments to join one of our well-esteemed client’s account team. This is a critical role within our Transaction Management Team, responsible for delivering strategic property outcomes across our Client’s national portfolio.

You will be at the forefront of executing the Client’s property strategy, leading lease negotiations, acquisition and divestment activities, and driving cost reduction initiatives. This role requires a proactive, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional client outcomes.

This role will be based on-site in the CBD of Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane with hybrid/flexible work arrangements available.

Key Responsibilities include

Manage BAU renewals, renegotiations, acquisitions, and divestments to secure tenure across the client’s national property portfolio.

Deliver optimum results in all leasing negotiations, meeting annual financial and qualitative targets.

Complete 35-40 transactions per annum, focusing on securing tenure, portfolio cost reduction, and managing portfolio’s weighted average lease expiry.

Oversee all in-flight transactions from critical dates through to executed documentation.

Assess market evidence, prepare business cases with appropriate commentary, and advise the client on lease structures, land valuations, and fair market rent calculations.

Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, landowners, Legal Service Providers, client and key internal stakeholders

Champion the use of TM Essentials and other technology platforms to capture transaction data, drive efficiencies, and enhance reporting outcomes.

Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes and deliver to contractual KPIs throughout the term of the Contract.

Sound like you? This is what we’re looking for:

Tertiary qualification in Real Estate, Property, Business, or Law

Current Real Estate License or Certificate of Registration

Proven experience in client-facing acquisitions and divestments programs with a focus on tenant representation and/or leasing

Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated success in delivering commercial outcomes and cost reduction initiatives

Excellent analytical capabilities including market analysis, lease valuation, and financial assessment

Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills across landlords, legal providers, and internal teams

Proficiency in leveraging technology platforms to drive transaction efficiency and reporting outcomes

Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and meet tight deadlines

​What you can expect from us

As an organization, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.

Apply today, quoting job reference number REQ514066

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.