Transaction Manager

POSITION SPECIFICATION

TRANSACTION MANAGER
Shine Associates, LLC has been retained to search, identify, and recruit a Transaction Manager to join our client (‘Company’). This position will be based in the Boston, MA office.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Shine Associates, LLC has been exclusively retained on this assignment. Information contained in this position specification as well as any other information concerning our client provided or verbally discussed is confidential. All materials and discussions are to be utilized for the sole purpose of a candidate’s personal review of the career opportunity.

CLIENT DESCRIPTION

Our client and its affiliated entities comprise a fully integrated principal investment firm focused exclusively on multi-tenant light industrial real estate. Since 2005, its affiliates have sponsored a series of investment vehicles dedicated to the light industrial sector including value-add and core-plus strategies. With its national footprint, the company is one of the premier institutional industrial operators and fund managers.

The Company and its affiliated entities make-up a vertically integrated real estate operating company, which has demonstrated an ability to manage investments, operations and dispositions through market cycles. The Company believes its ability to quickly analyze, complete due diligence and close acquisitions sets it apart from other fund managers and operators. The Company attempts to add value by stabilizing under-managed or distressed assets, aggregating a critical mass of industrial properties and adding institutional quality management to an inefficient asset class. The company’s investors include large pensions, insurance companies, endowments, foundations and family offices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Company is seeking a highly organized and proactive Transaction Manager to support the firm and its affiliated entities in commercial real estate transactional and occasional office management activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring smooth execution of acquisitions, financings, and dispositions of commercial real estate assets. The role requires in-office presence due to frequent cross-team collaboration and coordination. Responsibilities include:

• Assist in and help facilitate a range of matters related to the acquisition, financing, and disposition of commercial real estate transactions.
• Maintain, manage, and disseminate a detailed companywide transactions tracker and related due diligence checklists.
• Coordinate across internal teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables, adherence to transaction deadlines, and that all are aware of critical deal matters & updates.
• Track required estoppels and SNDAs, collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage electronic filing of all transaction-related documents.
• Maintain and update calendars to keep the team informed of transactional timelines and deadlines.
• Perform light office management duties, including:
  • Tracking and ordering office supplies
  • Watering plants
  • Light kitchen maintenance (e.g., emptying dishwasher, tidying, etc.)
• Perform other duties as requested by the Company, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3–5 years of prior transaction coordination experience required.
• Experience in the commercial real estate industry is highly preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to manage shifting priorities and varying transaction volumes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially under pressure.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• A positive attitude, sense of humor, and high energy level.
• Confidence in leading, directing, and following up with team members across all levels, including senior executives, on transactional matters.
• Confidence in working with title companies, escrow agents, and external counterparties.
• Strong decision-making abilities with sound judgment.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The Company is prepared to offer a competitive compensation package.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Shine Associates, LLC
45 School Street, Suite 301
Boston, MA 02108

Kelsey E. Shine, Director Hillary H. Shine, Principal
Shine Associates, LLC Shine Associates, LLC
[email protected] [email protected]
(508) 494-6569 Mobile: (203) 613-3562

Chandlee N. Gustafson, Associate
Shine Associates, LLC
[email protected]
(978) 201-3100