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What this opportunity involves:As a Transaction Manager supporting our Government Account, you will take ownership of real estate transaction management services across an allocated client property portfolio. This role sits at the heart of a critical client relationship, requiring end-to-end management of lease events, market rent reviews, make-good negotiations, and new market searches, all while maintaining the highest standards of probity, confidentiality, and compliance. You will work closely with internal teams including Relationship Directors, Property Managers, and National Transaction Managers,



as well as external stakeholders such as landlords, valuers, and client-appointed advisors, to ensure every transaction supports the client's operational and strategic property needs. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way for our clients, ourselves, and our fellow employees, and this role offers the opportunity to do exactly that within a government portfolio where precision, trust, and responsiveness matter most.
An overview of the role:Manage the comprehensive, end-to-end lifecycle of critical dates and key lease events across your allocated portfolio, in line with client requirementsNegotiate new leases, renewals, licenses, and other use agreements that support the client's service delivery needsLead the market rent review process, coordinating closely with landlords, their representatives, and client-appointed valuersManage make-good negotiations through to formal settlement, engaging multiple stakeholders concurrentlyConduct end-to-end new market searches, including external stakeholder engagement, delivery of market presentations with recommendations, and administrative leasing requirements through to executionMaintain and update client Occupancy Agreements accurately for all leased properties occupied by client agenciesProvide property market insight and input into client reports, presentations,



and dashboardsSeek formal client instructions on all transaction matters and maintain confidentiality and audit trails for probity purposesBuild and sustain robust relationships with clients and stakeholders through regular communication and meetingsSounds like you? This is what we are looking for:Required

qualifications:
Minimum 3 years' experience in property transactions and associated services, with a demonstrated track recordAbility to manage multiple complex issues concurrently within tight operational deadlinesStrong goal orientation with a focus on meeting performance targetsExcellent client service and communication skillsAbility to work effectively within a team environmentAbility to obtain and hold an AGSVA Clearance and any additional associated entity clearancesMust be an Australian CitizenPreferred

qualifications:
Tertiary qualification in Property, Real Estate, or an equivalent discipline (or working towards one)Current Real Estate Licence or Certificate of RegistrationExperience managing transactional activities within a government or institutional property portfolioFamiliarity with conflict of interest management processes within a client service environmentBenefits:Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned brands18 weeks paid maternity leavePrivate Health Insurance DiscountsActive Social ClubEmployee assistant programNovated Lease for EV carsPaid time off for volunteer workCareer Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firmPremium officesWhat you can expect from us:You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions i

📌 Transactions Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Jones Lang Lasalle
📍 Canberra