Transaction Manager

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. We are seeking an experienced Transaction Manager to provide comprehensive operational and marketing support to our San Diego Life Science team. This is a full‑time, in‑office position based in San Diego. The role encompasses transaction coordination from pursuit through closing, execution of integrated marketing strategies, and management of team operations to ensure optimal efficiency and client service delivery. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational capabilities, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in leveraging technology and data to drive business results. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of deal execution and market positioning, requiring both meticulous attention to detail and strategic thinking to support brokers and advance our competitive market presence. Responsibilities: Serve as the team quarterback, facilitating coordination and communication among team members. Manage and maintain the calendars of the San Diego team, ensuring efficient scheduling and coordination of all activities. Coordinate tour operations and manage marketing space preparation to showcase properties effectively. Organize and support the planning of West Coast Life Science Team events. Act as a point of contact for clients, maintaining excellent relationships and providing outstanding customer service. Conduct financial analysis and prepare proposals to support decision‑making processes. Prepare and manage tenant pursuit forms throughout the transaction lifecycle. Collaborate with the marketing team, specifically with team members to assist in various marketing initiatives. Assist in the creation of high‑quality print brochures and tour books, including graphic edits. Prepare, update, and maintain property listings across platforms (e.g., brochures, flyers, email campaigns, listing databases). Ensure all marketing materials are accurate, compliant, and aligned with brand standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to prepare weekly marketing reports and analyze market statistics. Manage marketing timelines and coordinate eblast campaigns to targeted audiences. Coordinate Matterport scans and ensure property documentation is current and accessible. Work closely with key stakeholders to identify and accomplish key objectives on a weekly basis. Utilize expertise in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Adobe Creative Cloud to create engaging presentations and documents. Manage submarket aerials and high‑level market information, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of updates. Work with key stakeholders to update and maintain competitive sets on a regular basis in order to best support market analysis. Conduct CoStar follow‑up and maintain database accuracy. Process and track team expenses and vendor invoices efficiently. Participate in organizing and conducting open houses/broker events. Identify opportunities to streamline workflow processes and implement efficiency improvements. Qualifications: Demonstrated high tenacity and ability to drive productivity and task completion. Exceptional ability to multi‑task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail. Strong understanding of the real estate industry. Established relationships with professionals in the real estate industry. Exceptional team player and a hard worker, willing to go the extra mile to achieve team goals. Critical thinker with the ability to analyze complex data and provide insights. High proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and InDesign. Advanced proficiency with AI tools and technology to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity. Possession of a real estate license. Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality of work products. Experience in the real estate business, preferably in conjunction with knowledge gained from other fields (3+ years of existing experience in real estate). Visa sponsorship: This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Estimated compensation 85,000.00 – 100,000.00 USD per year Note: This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations. Location On‑site – San Diego, CA Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth 401(k) plan with matching company contributions Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care Paid parental leave at 100% of salary Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay Equal Employment Opportunity and Legal Information Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you is for processing your application. 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