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Managing Director

Job ID

250661

Posted

15-Dec-2025

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Sales/Brokerage

Location(s)

Cleveland - Ohio - United States of America

About the Role:

As a Managing Director on CBRE’s Account Management team, you will drive the growth of Advisory and Transaction Services (A&T) by leading a portfolio of accounts and supporting teams through operational excellence, client care initiatives, and the CBRE Way across assigned U.S. geographies, with a strong focus on the financial sector.

This role partners with other transaction management professionals, sales teams, advisory leadership, and other sector leaders to deliver world-class occupier advisory and transaction services. You will ensure client satisfaction and achieve business objectives through strong relationships and collaborative execution.

What You’ll Do:

+ Lead or support initiatives such as transitions, transformations, team performance reviews, account model restructuring, and process improvements.

+ Be accountable for both financial and non-financial results across all assigned accounts.

+ Understand client business and real estate strategies, leveraging enterprise-wide resources to provide proactive, growth-focused solutions.

+ Expand revenue opportunities within existing accounts and increase adoption of consulting and advisory services.

+ Support transaction management growth through innovative solutions and ensure 100% client renewals.

+ Elevate performance outcomes and deliver measurable value on all accounts.

+ Ensure top talent is in place and that teams execute flawlessly against contractual requirements.

+ Act as an occupier business expert, delivering sector-specific insights and guidance to clients.

+ Offer direct leadership to professionals managing assigned accounts and serve as a subject matter expert in transaction management and operational excellence.

+ Drive strategic planning, performance assessment, and quality assurance for occupier accounts.

+ Champion new initiatives, secure stakeholder buy-in, and implement programs aligned with corporate goals.

+ Embrace change, evolve platforms, and embed best practices across all operations.

+ Lead and manage account operations for assigned A&T accounts, ensuring alignment with CBRE’s standards and best practices.

What you’ll need:

_To perform this job successfully, an individual should perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions._

+ Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 8–12 years of relevant experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

+ Experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, performance measurement, appraisal, and retention strategies.

+ Demonstrated ability to lead complex, sensitive information exchanges, set clear expectations, and resolve challenges effectively. Skilled in driving performance, achieving targets, and influencing multiple departments. Proven success in managing cross-functional teams and complex client portfolios.

+ Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to influence at senior levels.

+ In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

+ Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset. Sophisticated math skills, including the ability to calculate percentages, fractions, and other financial-related figures.

+ _Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future._

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Managing Director, position is $175,000 annually and the maximum salary is $200,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus under CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

**Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)