Assistant Manager - Transactions Management

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JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a leading professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management. We help organizations achieve their ambitions by delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of real estate for a better world. With a global presence and deep industry expertise, JLL is committed to sustainability, technology-driven solutions, and creating exceptional workplace experiences for our clients.

Job Title: Manager / Assistant Manager – Leasing & Transaction Management
Location: Chennai or Bangalore
Work Mode: 6 Days Working (Onsite)

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic professional to join our Strategy Team for Leasing & Transaction Management. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Commercial Real Estate, Facility Management, and Operations, and will play a key role in managing lease administration and real estate transactions across India and APAC.

Key Responsibilities
Manage all real estate lease administration activities.
Track lease renewals, expiries, and ensure timely documentation for compliant occupancy.
Collaborate with India & APAC Real Estate Strategy Leads and assist in business case development for transactions.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in both digital and physical repositories.
Coordinate lease registration activities with Legal teams and landlords.
Liaise with stakeholders to ensure alignment and closure of real estate transactions.
Fulfill all contractual obligations related to lease agreements (rent, CAM, escalations, security deposit, property tax, etc.).
Support internal audits related to CAM and property tax invoices.
Handle builder coordination and resolve escalations as needed.
Manage lease exits and full & final settlements between Cognizant and lessors.
Act as SPOC for India & APAC RE strategy team with the global lease admin team.
Report critical lease dates to the global lease accounting team.
Maintain and update Cognizant’s Lease Management application (CoStar) ensuring data accuracy.
Ensure proper storage and retrieval of real estate documentation.
Perform any other activities assigned by the Strategy Team.

Qualifications & Skills
Graduate/Postgraduate in Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field.
Strong knowledge of Commercial Real Estate, Facility Management & Operations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in MS Excel and lease management tools (CoStar preferred).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Why Join Us?

At JLL, you will work on strategic real estate initiatives for a leading global client, gain exposure to APAC-level operations, and contribute to impactful projects that shape workplace experiences.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.