Senior Transaction Manager

CBRE; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Senior Transaction Manager in Columbus, OH to manage complex real estate transactions, including leases, renewals, sales, and acquisitions. You will collaborate with local brokerage teams to secure favorable terms and ensure seamless execution across multiple service lines.

The role requires a real estate license, a bachelor's or higher education, and strong analytical and negotiation skills to drive optimal outcomes for high-profile clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 8–10 years of relevant experience.
• Real Estate Salesperson License required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; advanced math and financial calculations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute complex transaction strategies for property acquisitions and dispositions.
• Develop real estate plans aligned with client goals.
• Coordinate lease renewals, site acquisitions, and subleasing.
• Act as landlord/seller and tenant/buyer agent for high-profile clients.
• Negotiate leases, amendments, and track expirations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage commissions and forecasts.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Real Estate Salesperson License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

As a CBRE Senior Transaction Manager, you will provide ongoing management of real estate transaction activities including new leases, renewals, sales, acquisitions and dispositions on behalf of commercial clients. Close collaboration with local brokerage teams to ensure the best deal terms is essential in this role.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, recommend, and execute complex transaction strategies for acquiring and disposing of properties.
• Develop real estate plans with an understanding of the client's strategic goals.
• Gather resources to execute elaborate lease renewals, new site acquisitions, and disposition of surplus space through subleasing.
• Act as landlord/seller agent and tenant/buyer agent for high-profile clients. Review business terms and conditions for a wide variety of commercial real estate products.
• Coordinate the negotiation of sales through a field broker. Negotiate leases, amendments, and track expirations.
• Secure new high-value properties to meet clients’ requirements and timelines.
• Work with internal and external teams to ensure integration between the service lines. Track all transaction activity and prepare commissions, forecasts, vouchers, and accounts.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-10 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Real Estate Salesperson License required.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavit Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)