Managing Director

Job Title: Managing Director

Location: Dallas, TX

Employment type: Full-time

Work schedule: In-office, Monday-Friday

Company Overview

Morrow Hill is a Dallas-based commercial real estate firm that exclusively represents tenants across office, retail, and industrial industries. For more than two decades, the firm has served as a trusted advisor to clients nationwide, delivering strategic real estate solutions that support sustainable growth and operational success.

Driven by a team of dedicated, knowledgeable, and innovative professionals, Morrow Hill provides a comprehensive range of services and proprietary software to support clients’ real estate needs from strategy through execution. Services include national real estate portfolio management, transaction management, franchise management, and lease administration.

Recognized as a preferred real estate partner within the franchise industry, Morrow Hill continues to set the standard for tenant representation in commercial real estate.

Job Summary

The Managing Director is a senior leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing commercial real estate transaction activity across the firm. This role provides strategic and operational leadership spanning transaction execution, negotiation, contract management, client onboarding, and team development. Serving as a key point of escalation for complex transactions and client matters, the Managing Director ensures consistent, high-quality execution aligned with client objectives and Morrow Hill’s standards. This role also plays a central part in shaping transaction strategy, processes, and performance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Leadership & Oversight

• Lead and oversee client transactions, including procurement, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Provide senior-level review and guidance on transaction strategy, structure, and risk mitigation.
• Ensure transactions align with client objectives, contractual requirements, and company standards.
  
  
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Transaction Managers.
• Establish clear performance expectations, metrics, and accountability.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and formal performance evaluations.
• Build scalable career paths and professional development frameworks within the transaction function.
  
  
  

Client Onboarding & Account Oversight

• Oversee onboarding of new client accounts, ensuring seamless integration into workflows, systems, and processes.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for client issues, strategic guidance, and complex matters.
• Build and maintain executive-level client relationships to support retention and long-term partnerships.
  
  
  

Transaction Operations & Process Excellence

• Design, document, and implement standardized transaction management processes.
• Monitor team workload, performance, and execution through reporting and regular meetings.
• Identify, assess, and escalate risks or process gaps with potential client impact.
  
  
  

Strategy & Continuous Improvement

• Drive consistency, efficiency, and best practices across all transaction management activities.
• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance systems, reporting, and workflows.
• Monitor market trends and industry standards to inform transaction strategy and operational improvements.
  
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate transaction management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing end-to-end transactions, including negotiation and contract execution.
• Proven experience onboarding and managing institutional or multi-location client accounts.
• Strong track record of building, leading, and scaling transaction management teams.
• Ability to serve as a senior escalation point for complex transactions and client issues.
  
  
  

Core Competencies

• Transaction Leadership: Oversight of complex, high-volume transactions with rigor and accountability.
• Negotiation & Contract Expertise: Advanced skill in structuring and executing commercial real estate agreements.
• Client Relationship Management: Trusted advisor capable of managing senior-level client relationships.
• Operational Excellence: Ability to design, implement, and refine scalable transaction processes.
• Strategic Thinking: Aligns transaction execution with client goals and firm strategy.
• Risk Management & Problem Solving: Sound judgment in high-stakes environments.
• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and develop teams with clear standards and growth pathways.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effective communicator and partner across internal teams and external stakeholders.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based commissions and bonus structures; eligibility varies by role.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Virtual Care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Direct collaboration with firm leadership in a dynamic commercial real estate environment.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and employee well-being.
  
  
  

Morrow Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.