Join Baird as a Real Estate Transaction Manager II and manage all aspects of our real estate transaction process. You'll ensure consistent quality and timely service to our internal clients while negotiating real estate transactions across a broad geographic portfolio.

What makes this opportunity great:

• A competitive total compensation package, complimented by a comprehensive benefit program designed to meet the diverse needs of our associates.

• A dedicated team of long-term associates enthusiastic about achieving great results and passionate about giving back to the communities where we live and work.

• A flexible hybrid work schedule that empowers you to balance your professional and personal life, ensuring you can thrive both at work and at home.

• The opportunity for occasional travel to our diverse firm locations throughout the US.

As a Transaction Manager, you will:

• Manage real estate services, contracts, and negotiations.

• Oversee new and renewal lease transactions, including market surveys, site selection, and presenting comparative analysis.

• Negotiate RFPs, LOIs, and lease terms for optimal economic results.

• Develop and grow relationships with clients, vendors, landlords, and stakeholders.

• Coordinate with leadership to track and report client deliverables.

• Provide suggestions for process and technical improvements.

• Optimize the Baird portfolio through relocating, subleasing, consolidating, or downsizing offices.

• Collaborate with internal teams including Project Managers, Business Unit Leaders, Legal, Risk Management, Finance, and IT.

• Manage and execute special projects.

• Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure a positive experience for clients and vendors.

• Align real estate transaction services with Baird's objectives.

• Lead market tours and provide recommendations based on site reviews.

• Conduct rent analysis, maintain critical dates, and provide in-depth financial analysis.

• Quantify and report on occupancy cost savings and value add.

• Present analysis to secure internal approval of recommended real estate solutions.

• Assist in international real estate transactions.

What we look for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or Economics.

• Minimum of 3+ years relevant work experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicable software/hardware applications.

• Strong self-management and problem resolution skills.

• Ability to manage and review a large volume of transactions simultaneously.

• Demonstrated initiative and urgency in meeting deadlines.

• Ability to operate in a matrix environment and handle ambiguity.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

• Solid understanding of lease language and terms, Common Area Maintenance, insurance, and real estate taxes.

• Real Estate license and other real estate designations, preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $68,900 -$94,200 annual salary range

• Bonus potential up to 20% of base salary

• Compensation and bonus are commensurate with experience, performance and/or firm profitability

• Check out our Total Rewards at Baird, which is a summary of our benefits and compensation

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Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Baird is committed to inclusion & diversity for our clients, our associates and the communities where we live and work. This commitment stems from our culture of integrity, genuine concern for others and respect for the individual. We view inclusion & diversity as an ongoing journey – one of shared responsibility, continuous improvement and a focus on progress. We invite you to join us as we work together to foster an environment where diversity unites rather than divides us. Learn more here.