Manager, Transaction Management EMEA
Job Summary
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Job Function:
Environmental Health Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS)Job Sub Function:
Facilities Management & PlanningJob Category:
People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:
Cork Cork Ireland Leeds West Yorkshire United Kingdom Zuchwil SwitzerlandJob Description:
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Manager Transaction Management EMEA this Hybrid positionwill be in Leeds UK. Alternate Hybrid locations may be considered at Loughbeg Ringaskiddy; OR Zuchwil Switzerland.
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):
Zuchwil Switzerland - Requisition Number: 087609
Loughbeg Ringaskiddy - Requisition Number: 087823
St. Anthonys Road Leeds UK - Requisition Number:086434
Remember whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers your applications will be considered as a single submission.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Regional Real Estate Delivery Leadthe Transaction Management Lead is accountable for executing end-to-end real estate transactions aligned to business strategy and portfolio optimizationobjectives.
This role partners closely with business leaders Real Estate Facilities Management (FM) EHSS and Global Security to translate demand into actionable transaction strategies and deliver compliant value-driven real estate outcomes.
The Transaction Management Lead serves as a critical execution partnerensuring all lease acquisition disposition and restructuring activities are negotiated structured and delivered in alignment with DPS portfolio strategy financial targets and governance requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Transaction Execution (Core Accountability)
Execute real estate transactions including leases renewals expansions and dispositions
Manage transactions through full lifecycle
Ensure all deals are executed on time within financial targets and aligned to business and portfolio strategy
Commercial Negotiation & Deal Structuring
Lead negotiations with landlords developers and third-party providers
Structure agreements balancing cost flexibility risk and business requirements
Ensure adherence to company policies regulatory requirements and country-specific considerations
Portfolio & Strategy Alignment
Translate portfolio strategy into executable transaction plans
Partner with Governance & Strategy onbusiness cases approvals and prioritization
Support portfolio initiatives including site consolidations expansions relocations and exits
Governance Compliance & Documentation
Ensure all transactionscomply withglobal governance approval thresholds and control frameworks
Maintainaccurate audit-ready lease and transaction documentation
Identifyand escalate risks related to compliance financial exposure or execution timelines
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Partnership
Partner closely with:
RE Delivery (regional leads)
Governance & Strategy
Property Services / Space Planning
Finance Legal Procurement EHSS
Provide clear decision support and trade-off recommendations to stakeholders
Act as a trusted advisor to business and country leadership on transaction decisions
Supplier & Broker Management
Manage external brokers and transaction service providers
Drive accountability for delivery performance and adherence to standards
Ensure consistent execution of best practices across all transactions
Integration with Project & Operations Delivery
Coordinate handoff from transaction execution into project delivery (A&D construction) and site operations
Ensure alignment with workplace standards FM requirements and operational readiness
Support execution of end-to-end site delivery lifecycle
Core Capabilities
Lead and overseeendtoendtransaction management activities across theregion ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance with internal controls and policies.
Manage and continuously improve transactional processes (e.g.ordertocashprocuretopayrecordtoreporttouchpoints) in partnership with Shared Services and regional finance teams.
Serve as a key finance partner to regional stakeholders providing guidance ontransactionrelatedissues and risk mitigation.
Drive standardization automation and efficiency initiatives to improve transaction quality and reduce cycle times.
Ensure compliance with global accounting standards internal controls and applicable regulatory requirements acrossregion
Lead coach and develop team members fostering a culture of accountability continuous improvement and collaboration.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) analyze trends and provide insights to supportdecisionmakingand operational excellence.
Support internal and external audits and address findings through sustainable corrective actions.
Your qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors degree in Real Estate Business Finance Engineering or related field
Experience and Skills:
6-8 years of commercial real estate / transaction management experience
Experience managing lease negotiations portfolio transactions and multi-site environments
Experience working across regions with strong understanding of country-specific considerations
Preferred:
Strong negotiation and financial acumen
Ability to influence without direct authority and drive alignment across stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in complex environments
Strong understanding of real estate markets lease structures and regulatory considerations
Ability to translate business needs into real estate solutions
Other:
Languages: Fluent in English;additionalEuropean languages are a plus.
Travel:Minimal; up to 0-5% international travel withinregion
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months subject to legal requirements including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies as may be required regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position it is anticipated that following conclusion of the transaction you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes programs policies and benefit that case details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Collaboration Commercial Awareness Developing Others EHS Compliance Facility Management Facility Management Software Fact-Based Decision Making Inclusive Leadership Leadership Program Management Risk Management Security Program Development Stakeholder Engagement Vendor Selection Workplace AccessibilityRequired Experience:
Manager
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