• Real Estate Transaction Manager

    First Horizon Bank (Charlotte, NC)


    Description

    Position Summary:

    The Corporate Properties Transaction Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end execution of real estate transactions across the bank’s corporate and retail portfolio. This role will serve as a critical liaison between internal stakeholders and external brokerage partners, ensuring that real estate strategies are aligned with business objectives, financial goals, and long-term growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong transaction management experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a strategic mindset grounded in the financial services industry.

    Key Responsibilities:

    1. Manage End-to-End Transaction ExecutionOversee all phases of real estate transactions including site selection, lease negotiations, renewals, dispositions, acquisitions, and relocations across the corporate and retail portfolio.

    2. Broker and Vendor Relationship ManagementAct as the primary point of contact for real estate brokers and external partners, ensuring alignment with internal objectives and service level expectations.

    3. Portfolio Optimization StrategyCollaborate with real estate strategy teams to assess and implement portfolio optimization initiatives that support cost savings, space efficiency, and business growth.

    4. Stakeholder Engagement and CommunicationPartner with internal stakeholders across lines of business, legal, finance, facilities, and senior leadership to align transaction strategies with operational needs.

    5. Market Intelligence and AnalysisMonitor market conditions, trends, and benchmarking data to inform strategic decision-making and identify opportunities or risks within the portfolio.

    6. Lease and Financial AnalysisInitiate financial modeling, lease abstracts, and transaction comparisons to support business cases and scenario planning.

    7. Governance and Risk ComplianceEnsure all transactions adhere to internal governance frameworks, regulatory compliance standards, and company approval processes.

    8. Reporting and DocumentationMaintain accurate transaction records, develop executive-level reporting dashboards, and present status updates to leadership on a regular basis.

    9. Transaction Pipeline PlanningProactively manage and prioritize a pipeline of upcoming transactions, ensuring resources and timelines are coordinated effectively.

    10. Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with workplace experience, design & construction, and facilities teams to ensure seamless transition from transaction execution to occupancy.

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or a related field.

    + 5+ years of experience in corporate real estate transaction management, preferably within the financial or banking sector.

    + Proven ability to manage multiple complex real estate deals simultaneously.

    + Strong understanding of lease structures, market conditions, and financial analysis.

    + Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

    + Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and real estate platforms

    About Us

    First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https:/www.firsthorizon.com/\_\_;!!Cz2fjcuE!hpq9hPnrucZCPIAVPojVESItIq-FPzhurNdCrQ3JE8Rkx3gMd70nIk6\_kmPxl66\_oJCEsXs0gNunPowMAMHCmBYPOtUxUGI$) .

    Benefit Highlights

    • Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision

    • HSA with company match

    • Maternity and parental leave

    • Tuition reimbursement

    • Mentor program

    • 401(k) with 6% match

    • More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits

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    Qualifications

    Behaviors

    Required

    + **Thought Provoking:** Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

    + **Team Player:** Works well as a member of a group

    + **Dedicated:** Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

     

    Motivations

    Required

    + **Work-Life Balance:** Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

    + **Growth Opportunities:** Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

    + **Ability to Make an Impact:** Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

    Education

    Required

    + Bachelors or better

     

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