Transaction Specialist

CBRE; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Transaction Specialist in Atlanta to provide broad support to a team of transaction management professionals. You will help with documentation for leases and acquisitions, maintain files, and coordinate market data to inform decisions.

The role emphasizes organization, communication, and accuracy, with an opportunity to contribute to client reporting and closing procedures. Authorized work status in the U.S. is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2-4 years of related experience, Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Experience in real estate or transaction management preferred.
• Ability to explain complex content concisely and logically.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad tactical and operational support to a team of transaction management professionals.
• Track upcoming lease expirations and other critical dates.
• Facilitate invoicing and tracking of commissions.
• Maintain project files (hard copy and database) with required documents.
• Prepare closing packages for leases and acquisitions in line with policy.
• Submit and follow up on client surveys and update logs.
• Coordinate real estate market data for the Transaction Manager.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Organizational skills

Analytical/math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Transaction Specialist you will provide broad tactical and operational support to a team of transaction management professionals.

This position is part of the Brokerage job family. Brokers are responsible for the buying, selling, and leasing of industrial, office, retail, and other commercial properties on behalf of clients for occupation.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Corporate Real Estate (CRE) team with any documentation related to the transaction process flow, such as lease and own acquisitions, dispositions, estoppel certificates, subordination, non-disturbance, and attornment (SNDA) documents, and notices to exercise lease options, among additional items.
• Track and report upcoming lease expirations and other critical dates.
• Facilitate commission invoicing and tracking.
• Provide oversight of project file (hard copy and database) maintenance to ensure all required documentation is included in the file or database.
• Prepare, assemble, coordinate, and complete closing procedures of approval packages for lease and own acquisitions, dispositions, estoppel certificates, and SNDAs in accordance with Client's policies and procedures.
• Submit, track, and follow up on customer survey and update log.
• Gather and coordinate real estate market data, so that the Transaction Manager understands the conditions of the market area.
• Review and verify monthly accounting variance reports and assist in preparation of client reporting.
• Prepare and track correspondence for broker engagements and commission collection.
• Assist with resolution of landlord-tenant issues.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or GED with 2-4 years of job‑related experience. Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Previous experience in the real estate industry is preferred.
• A comprehensive understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within own job function is required.
• Ability to evaluate and communicate unusual and/or complex content in a concise and logical way.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Advanced organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate advanced figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for 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).