Specialist, Transaction Management

Company Description: 

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world. 

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements. 

Department Overview

The Workplace Solutions team is seeking a Real Estate Transaction Specialist to support our corporate portfolio. This role will report directly to the Director of Workplace Management for Real Estate Transactions and will be based in Chicago with a hybrid schedule.

The Workplace Solutions team is responsible for overseeing workplace experience, workplace management, engagement, travel, records management, transportation, and archives for McDonald's Corporation. Within this dynamic and multifaceted team, the Real Estate Transaction Specialist will play a key administrative and support role, managing the details of real estate transactions from start to finish. This includes tasks such as administrative duties related to contracts and closings, as well as assisting with the development and approval of real estate projects.

We are looking for a candidate with strong organizational and communication skills, along with proficiency in legal documents, contracts, and real estate-related software. The role also includes financial responsibilities, such as tracking expenses, building annual operating budgets, and overseeing administrative tasks for the company's corporate real estate portfolio.

Duties

Overview
The Real Estate Transaction Specialist supports all administrative and operational aspects of real estate transactions from initiation to completion. This includes contract execution, lease amendments, and site approval research. The role collaborates with both internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless real estate processes.

Key Responsibilites

• Transaction Support: Perform administrative duties throughout the transaction process, from contract to closing.
• Document Management: Negotiate lease amendments, access agreements, and easements.
• Site Approval: Assist with pre-contract activities, including research on competitor activity, growth projections, and road expansion projects.
• Liaison: Serve as a point of contact with landlords, sellers, and other external parties to ensure contract deliverables are met.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with construction managers, finance, legal, and asset management teams to support new store openings and other projects.
• Reporting: Update team reports and assist in preparing real estate presentations.
• Title and Survey Issues: Work with coordinators to resolve title, survey, or other issues affecting building size, design, or restrictions.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Project Management, Real Estate, or Finance/Accounting.
• Experience: Previous experience in legal, project management, or commercial real estate is required.
• Skills: 
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office; TRIRIGA experience highly preferred.
o Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Compensation

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Long - Term Incentive: No

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this role is $69,679.00 - $87,099.00 per year


The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Competencies Execution Proficiency Background & Values Strategic Proficiency Building Blocks Talent Proficiency

Additional Information: 

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.  

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance. 

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 

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