Transaction Manager

JLL; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Dubai is seeking a Senior Analyst to Assistant Manager to support portfolio analysis, strategy development and market research. You will review the China team’s analyses, provide actionable insights, and monitor leasing projects to ensure milestones are met.

You will select brokers, manage project documents, identify lease expirations early for renewals, and help implement playbooks, RACI matrices and standard practices to improve transaction management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Real Estate experience mandatory.
• Fluent in Chinese and Dubai-based.
• 2+ years of relevant working experience at the Senior Analyst to Assistant Manager level.
• Strong portfolio analysis, strategy development, and market research.
• Experience in leasing project management, risk assessment, and broker selection.
• Proficiency in collecting and managing project-related documents.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a client-focused, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review the portfolio analysis and strategy report developed by the RE team based in China.
• Provide valuable insights and suggestions for improvement. Execute the portfolio analysis and strategy report twice a year, ensuring its accuracy and timely delivery.
• Provide market insights and trends on a quarterly or semi-yearly basis to support effective decision-making.
• Manage leasing project progress, including monitoring risks and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Select the best brokers and consultants based on their expertise and track fees to ensure compliance with established budgets.
• Proactively identify lease expiration dates in order to initiate early lease renewal or negotiation processes.
• Collect crucial documents such as the Space Requirement Approval Form and market information sources.
• Archive negotiation process documents, including the original information of the landlord, and ensure adherence to standardization protocols.
• Monitor the negotiation process to verify compliance, such as restricting email communications to a maximum of two employees.
• Collect and verify technical indicators of buildings during new lease or lease change scenarios.
• Develop and implement efficient processes, including playbooks, RACI matrices, and standard and market best practices.
• Continuously review and improve transaction management processes to optimize their effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with the organization's strategic objectives.

Skills

Portfolio analysis

Strategy development

Market research

Leasing project mgmt

Risk assessment

Broker selection

Document management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Job Description:

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Review the portfolio analysis and strategy report developed by the RE team based in China.
• Provide valuable insights and suggestions for improvement. Execute the portfolio analysis and strategy report twice a year, ensuring its accuracy and timely delivery.
• Provide market insights and trends on a quarterly or semi-yearly basis to support effective decision-making.
• Manage leasing project progress, including monitoring risks and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Select the best brokers and consultants based on their expertise and track fees to ensure compliance with established budgets.
• Proactively identify lease expiration dates in order to initiate early lease renewal or negotiation processes.
• Collect crucial documents such as the Space Requirement Approval Form and market information sources.
• Archive negotiation process documents, including the original information of the landlord, and ensure adherence to standardization protocols.
• Monitor the negotiation process to verify compliance, such as restricting email communications to a maximum of two employees.
• Collect and verify technical indicators of buildings during new lease or lease change scenarios.
• Develop and implement efficient processes, including playbooks, RACI matrices, and standard and market best practices.
• Continuously review and improve transaction management processes to optimize their effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with the organization's strategic objectives.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Real Estate Experience is mandatory
• Fluency in Chinese and Dubai-based
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience at the Senior Analyst to Assistant Manager level.
• Strong understanding of portfolio analysis, strategy development, and market research.
• Experience in leasing project management, risk assessment, and broker selection.
• Proficiency in collecting and managing project-related documents and information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a client-focused, fast-paced environment

Location:

On-site –Dubai, ARE

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