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Morgan Stanley Transaction Manager, Director (AVP), Corporate Real Estate in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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
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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.
Job: *Corporate Services
Title: Transaction Manager, Director (AVP), Corporate Real Estate
Location: Non-Japan Asia-Hong Kong-Hong Kong-Hong Kong
Requisition ID: 3260464
