Transaction Coordinator

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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 this job involves 

We are looking for a Deal Coordinator to join our Markets Operations team. The successful candidate will provide white glove transaction support to a highly dynamic, successful team of brokers. Only those with a laser focus on details, thrive on deadlines and capable of managing up will succeed. We need a team player that can contribute across operational & financial functions while supporting the business to drive and grow revenue.

This role provides a unique opportunity and exposure to all aspects of the commercial real estate business and our firm. You will partner with local marketing, research, finance and HR business partners as well as work alongside our executive leadership team.

General/Operations

Act as primary liaison between brokerage, operations & corporate finance.

Provide outstanding customer service to brokerage team, finance team & external clients.

Transactions

Manage brokerage pipeline at 100% accuracy

Review & submit commercial real estate deals for revenue recognition – collect & validate required documents & maintain lease database and files.

Calculate & generate invoices upon request, within 48hrs. Process and validate all transactions within JLL database.

Maintain leasing deal database – ensure ALL data (new and historical) is accurate.

Provide Reporting to brokerage, leadership and local business support lines to support business development, revenue projections and collections.

Finance

Manage Property Marketing Reimbursables –Validate contracts, oversee project tracking and billing, manage AR.

Review and provide updates on important financial reporting in partnership with operations, brokerage and finance leadership teams

Accounts Receivable Management - ensuring timely collections

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required.

2-3 years of relevant work experience in a professional company environment preferred.

Must be resourceful, proactive, problem Solver who is detail oriented.

Able to adapt to strong personalities and maintain a customer focused work ethic.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (strong-above average Excel skills) & Adobe Acrobat

Ability to learn new software and internal JLL platforms.

General knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate complex figures with accuracy.

Enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Strong time management skills and ability to work both independently and with a team environment.

Excellent written and oral communication skills: ability to communicate effectively with different audiences and present complicated information clearly.

Must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Ability to stay calm under pressure and multiple deadlines, assigned last minute.

Must be accountable and able to assert discretion and professionalism when given access to confidential and private information.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

60,000.00 – 70,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Chicago, IL

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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