Description This Position is Based in Melbourne or Sydney, Australia. Amazon operates a world-class network of large, technologically advanced fulfillment centers and supporting operations across Australia. The WW Real Estate Team is responsible for acquisition, and disposition of all facilities in the Amazon Fulfillment Network and other related business lines. This candidate will be a key part of the Global Realty Team. This individual will operate on both strategic and tactical levels and will be responsible for leading teams to continue the expansion of the Amazon facility network throughout Australia. The Sr Transaction Manager, WW Ops Real Estate will be responsible for site acquisition, due diligence, site development, entitlements, strategic partnering with developers, investors and other stakeholders, negotiation of transaction documents and related functions for large, complex projects. This candidate will perform the full range of transaction management functions and lead internal and outsourced teams in an extremely fast-paced environment with a high degree of ambiguity. Key job responsibilities - Manage a high volume deal flow of large, complex existing building leases and build to suit transactions. - Innovate and execute processes and tools to ensure the complete cycle from site search through deal execution is completed consistently and predictably at a fast pace. - Create, innovate and implement a relevant system of metrics to plan, manage, measure and evaluate performance pertaining to the transaction process. - Effectively communicate expectations, requirements and status of deals to key business partners – both internal and external. - Manage an ever-changing variety of internal initiatives and projects. - Continue to build a culture of speed, flexibility and frugality with all business partners. - Closely collaborate with Amazon operations, legal, finance, treasury, capacity planning, economic development, transportation and engineering groups to deliver highly successful projects. - Help grow the best transaction management operation of its kind in Australia. - Travel throughout Australia up to 30% of the time. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree - 5+ years working in commercial real estate transactions directly for or on behalf of a principal real estate occupier - 5+ years in Project management experience from due diligence and design phase through implementation and operation Preferred Qualifications - In depth knowledge of commercial real estate transactions and related components such as site selection, construction pricing, development, entitlements, due diligence and leasing - Experience and competence utilizing commercial real estate software platforms - Ability to work in a high stress, fast paced environment - Ability to manage multiple projects for multiple stakeholders at the same time - Ability to work independently while maintaining all deadlines and critical date obligations - Excellent and inherent competency with time management and organization - Excellent ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and with proper professionalism - Excellent ability to build trust among colleagues and service partners - Interpretation of commercial lease documents - Demonstrated ability to establish processes, workflows, standard procedures - 7+ years in commercial real estate operations - Experience with industrial real estate portfolios Acknowledgement of country: In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. IDE statement: Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.