Transaction Manager – Kwa-Zulu Natal needed at CBRE Excellerate

Key Responsibilities

Research and Market Analysis:

• Conduct detailed market research to support the Advisory and Transactions team.
• Prepare comprehensive market activity reports, tracking key trends, and notable transactions.

Client Engagement and Support:

• Assist senior team members with client engagements by preparing and presenting findings, solutions, and deliverables.
• Help develop client presentations, proposals, and transaction documentation.
• Provide ongoing support throughout the client engagement lifecycle, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Transaction Coordination:

• Assist in coordinating the due diligence process, including gathering necessary documentation and liaising with relevant parties.
• Collaborate with the legal team to review and manage transaction-related documentation.
• Support senior team members during negotiations and ensure all transaction details are accurately documented.

Team Collaboration and Administrative Support:

• Work closely with other departments across CBRE Excellerate to deliver integrated service solutions to clients.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and knowledge-sharing opportunities.
• Provide administrative support to ensure proposals for transactions and advisory assignments are completed efficiently.

Project Management and Reporting: 

• Manage projects according to client processes, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed and coordinated.
• Ensure effective and timely reporting of project activities and progress.
• Actively participate in weekly work-in-progress meetings and associated project discussions.
• Capture and report on required financial metrics, including project completion and KPIs.

Profitability and Business Development:

• Ensure correct allocation of fee shares.
• Identify and participate in business development opportunities, including cross-selling services to other teams and departments.
• Maintain accurate records of new leads, pursuits, and project completions, contributing to team meetings and revenue tracking.
• Assist with invoice generation and ensure compliance with FICA requirements.

Operational Discipline:

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all required documentation and reporting, including the provision of information for business purposes.
• Support the team’s efforts in maintaining the Revenue Tracker and other internal systems.
• Actively contribute to a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in real estate, financial analysis, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate databases and tools is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of commercial real estate concepts and the legal context of contract negotiations.
• Strong business acumen and financial management skills, particularly regarding leases and financial statements.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
• Ability to engage with market specialists and provide clients with relevant market and transaction insights.
• Demonstrate integrity, ownership, and a client-first approach in all aspects of work