Transaction Manager, Director (AVP), Corporate Real Estate

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Transaction Manager to oversee third-party transaction partners and ensure the alignment of Morgan Stanley's client needs throughout the lease transaction process. 

In the Corporate Services division, we provide solutions that enable Morgan Stanley's workforce, across our global workplace locations, to effectively and efficiently work in the service of our clients. This is a director position within Corporate Real Estate, which is responsible for overseeing the management, workplace design and leasing activities of the Firm's properties. May also include the purchasing of properties and all related responsibilities.

Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals. 

What you'll do in the role:

>Manage transactions throughout the life of the lease

>Work with VP Portfolio Managers to translate real estate strategy into executable transactions

>Work with Business Units to clearly articulate their transaction needs

>Drive optimal commercial terms through leverage position in market, negotiation with landlord/asset managers and facilitate internal Morgan Stanley READ approval process

>Represent the Morgan Stanley client by providing input, reviews, and feedback on third party generated RFPs

>Partner with legal in reviewing and drafting local broker agreements and lease drafts

>Perform quality control review on real estate data to identify anomalies and inaccuracies

>Oversee market analysis done by a third party

>Review and adhere to lease obligations; monitor Landlord obligations - including TI allowance

What you'll bring to the role:

>BA required; an MBA is preferred

>Min 4 years of real estate experience, demonstrating a depth of knowledge in transaction and property management 

>Knowledge and understanding of benchmarks, portfolio metrics and supply vs demand analyses 

>Ability to view transactions within the context of a larger portfolio Ability to utilize and interpret financial models

>Transaction management, property management, negotiating skills, and customer management experience essential

>Thorough working knowledge of finance (Net Present Value, IRR, P&L Impact, Book vs. Tax)

>Effective written and verbal communication skills

>Ability to communicate effectively and build consensus in a collaborative environment

>Goal and process oriented

>Ability to work independently in a fast paced high value environment

>Strong planning, organization, and time management skills

>Ability to read architectural and space planning drawings

>Ability to react to changing business needs and facilitate change as needed

>Broker license highly desirable but not required

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values — putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back — that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. 

At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. Our Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team, while our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity 

We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.