Portfolio Manager

Job TitlePortfolio ManagerJob Description SummaryCushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, helping clients transform the way people work, shop, and live. The firm’s 53,000 employees in more than 70 countries provide deep local and global insights that create significant value for occupiers and investors around the world. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest commercial real estate services firms with revenues of $10.1 billion across core services of agency leasing, asset services, capital markets, facilities services (branded C&W Services), global occupier services, investment management (branded DTZ Investors), tenant representation, and valuations & advisory. Responsible for the day-to-day transaction management of a portfolio of properties on behalf of one or more national and/or global corporate services clientsJob DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYResponsible for the day-to-day transaction management of a portfolio of properties on behalf of one or more national and/or global corporate services clients. Responsibilities include market optimization planning, monitoring internal/external workflows to ensure consistent quality of service and work product and mentoring and/or oversight of the Transaction Coordinator role.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESGeneral:Assist with the implementation of portfolio plans that align with client’s real estate goals and objectivesCollaborate with C&W and non C&W brokerage professionals to ensure effective negotiations of business terms for a wide variety of transactions including lease, sale, sublease and purchaseManage the flow of key documentation and client communicationsReview, and interpret financial analysisOversee revenue tracking of all transactionsMaintain database of transaction activityEnsure accuracy of all transaction reportsPresent transaction activity to clientLead and/or facilitate client meetingsProvide suggestions for process and technical improvements relating to the transaction processAssist with the on-boarding of new team membersMay provide supervision for transactional team members and others team members supporting the transaction activity of the relationshipProcess Management:Assist with the development of standard forms and proceduresImplement standardized processes/playbooks that create maximum efficiencies and add valueAssist in measuring transactional performanceEnsure that all client and broker engagement documentation is executedTransaction Management:Coordinate field broker selection processAssist with determining client needs and communicate project parametersCoordinate negotiations and management of transactionsCoordinate legal review of all client leased/owned documentsEnsure accuracy of financial data and reportingResolve landlord/tenant disputesCoordinate client site visits/market toursEnsure all State real estate standards are metAssist in the management of client rebate accountStrategic Planning:Assist in the development of strategic real estate plansIdentify occupancy cost opportunitiesEnsure implementation of agreed upon strategyProduce and/or support business case developmentExecute strategies by developing action plansKEY COMPETENCIES1. Client Service Skills2. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)3. Financial Analysis4. Negotiation Skills5. Organization Skills6. Teamwork Orientation7. Multi-TaskingIMPORTANT EDUCATIONBachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required in any field; finance/real estate preferredIMPORTANT EXPERIENCE3+ years of real estate experience in transactions management or corporate real estateCushman & Wakefield is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment, and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, you are invited to bring this to the Talent Acquisition Advisor’s attention once they have made contact.INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”SummaryLocation: Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomType: Full time