Manager, Transaction Management

Manager, Transaction Management

Cleveland, OH

The Manager of Transaction Management oversees all real estate transactions for House Buyers of America, managing both acquisition and disposition deals from contract through closing. This is a hands-on, player/coach role responsible for leading the transaction team while managing a personal pipeline in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role requires strong ownership, assertiveness, and the ability to solve complex transaction problems. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, holds others accountable, and is willing to do what it takes to get deals closed.

What You Will Do

• Manage acquisition and disposition transactions from contract ratification through settlement
• Supervise, train, and performance-manage Transaction Coordinators / Settlement Processors
• Establish, track, and manage KPIs for all team members
• Hire, supervise, train and mentor Transaction Coordinators
• Develop and update all policies and procedures, including creating video and written training documents
• Ensure all policies and procedures are being followed
• Personally manage a portfolio of transactions while reviewing teamwork for accuracy and timelines
• Review contracts, addenda, and HUD / Closing Disclosure statements for accuracy
• Request loans for new acquisitions and coordinate with lenders
• Manage construction loan draw requests in partnership with the Construction team
• Oversee all property listings, including procuring professional photography and virtual staging
• Ensure high quality, accuracy, and completeness of all listings across MLS and other platforms
• Ensure the company CRM is updated consistently and accurately for all transactions
• Serve as the escalation point for transaction issues; push back and escalate with title companies, lenders, or other parties when needed to get results
• Solve complex transaction problems involving title defects, surveys, utilities, seller challenges, or other complications
• Coordinate closely with Sales and Construction teams to ensure smooth handoffs and timely closings
• Assist with market expansion efforts, including sourcing and managing title company relationships and third party brokers
• Maintain a high level of customer service for buyers, sellers, and partners
• Assist with hiring and managing third party property managers to manage our rental portfolio
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment; availability may include evenings and weekends as needed

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of people management experience in settlement, title, or transaction management
• 5+ years of real estate transaction experience
• Proven experience managing high-volume acquisitions and dispositions
• Highly assertive and comfortable holding internal teams and external partners accountable
• Strong work ethic and ownership mindset
• Ability to independently resolve complex real estate transaction issues
• You love people and are obsessed with making customers happy
• Bachelor's degree required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• You thrive on working in a fast paced environment

Why We Are a Great Place to Work:

• Our company is fully remote
• Our awesome company culture includes: competitive pay great benefits, great people, casual dress, team events, work hard/play hard environment
• 2025 revenue is up 60% year over year compared to 2024
• 2025 ratified acquisitions are up 70% year over year compared to 2024
• Q4 2025 sales are up 100% compared to Q3 2025
• Q4 2025 revenue is up 152% compared to Q4 2025
• Q4 ratified acquisitions are up 64% compared to Q4 2025
• We are continuing our nationwide expansion, now operating in 44 states plus Washington, DC.

House Buyers of America is a leading national home-buying company helping homeowners sell with confidence through a simple, transparent, and hassle-free process. Founded in 2001 and operating in 44 states, the company blends decades of real estate expertise with technology-driven operations to deliver speed, certainty, and consistent outcomes. House Buyers of America has been recognized for its industry impact, including Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year and inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing companies.

House Buyers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate by sex, creed, race, or by age.

Total Compensation Range: $80,000-$130,000/year inclusive of base plus bonus