Lead Real Estate Transactions

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

 

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

As a part of the Real Estate Transactions & Analysis Team, this position provides professional leadership in managing corporate real estate leases and acquisitions/dispositions for a leading global telecommunications company.  Candidates should have experience handling corporate lease negotiations, commercial property acquisitions/dispositions, and an understanding of real estate site development ideally within the telecommunication sector.  The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the real estate transaction process and serve as the primary point of contact between the company and landowners. This position requires excellent communication and negotiation skills and the ability to work well in a team environment with multiple disciplines.  In addition, knowledge of telecommunications networking, zoning, sub-division, land use regulations, entitlements, and project feasibility is desired.  If you are an experienced real estate professional with a passion for creative problem solving, we want you!

Location

This is a Work from Home position within the U.S.

The Main Responsibilities

•    Portfolio Analysis 
o    Review the real estate portfolio to find savings and revenue opportunities.
o    Gather real estate market information and data to support the development of market strategies
o    Convert the corporate strategic plan into a transaction plan to enhance portfolio efficiency.

•    Site Acquisition and Portfolio Monetization
o    Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously
o    Determine the need to employ external resources based on the size and complexity of the transaction
o    Coordinate the negotiation and contracting process by interfacing with internal resources
o    Develop business cases, LOIs and contracts with competitive, market-driven financial data
o    Evaluate site alternatives for quantitative and qualitative benefits 
o    Collaborate with decision makers and senior leaders to implement strategy and exceed goals
o    Review and propose key business terms in contracts to support operational efficiency

•    Contract Management
o    Resolve contractual disputes and issues to complete transactions in a timely manner
o    Develop solutions to landlord/tenant disputes to conform to lease obligations

•    Report Generation, Tracking and Relationships 
o    Manage, convey and track key transaction dates for peer departments and internal customers
o    Obtain and track recovered amounts for cost savings, sale proceeds or cost avoidance
o    Establish cooperative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required

•    Five+ years of experience in commercial leasing, site acquisition, land development, and/or disposition services. 
•    Proficient knowledge of MS Office - Excel, Word, Power Point, Teams, Outlook and Copilot.
•    Experience with AI technologies and CoStar highly desirable
•    Ability set priorities and maintain a high level of attention to data/results
•    Detail oriented and ability to meet deadlines 
•    Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team 
•    Strong organizational and analytical skills
•    Strong oral and written communication skills
•    Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering or related field. 

Preferred

•    Professional designations such as JD, MBA, CCIM, CPM, MCR, PMP 
•    Previous experience in the Telecom or Technology sectors, Site Acquisition, or at a Brokerage firm is preferred

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges:

$82,969 - $110,625 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY.
$87,117 - $116,156 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$91,266 - $121,688 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

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