Job Details

Transaction Associate – Multifamily Real Estate

Job Summary
Fairfield is seeking a Transaction Associate to join our Transactions & Legal department. This role involves working closely with and supporting our transaction coordinators and attorneys in coordinating acquisitions, financing, and development transactions. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn about commercial real estate transaction processes, due diligence, and closings.

Location: With a hybrid work setup, applicants should reside within commuting distance of our corporate office in the Sorrento Valley area of San Diego, CA.

Reports to: Vice President and Director of Transactions

Key Responsibilities

• Assist transaction coordinators with acquisition and financing processes for large multifamily properties.
• Coordinate communications with internal associates and external consultants during the due diligence phase.
• Review due diligence reports and coordinate with lenders and escrow/title officers.
• Prepare for and facilitate closings.
• Follow up on delegated assignments and track them to completion.
• Coordinate the execution and delivery of closing documents and other contracts.
• Support department members by preparing documents for signature and handling mailing, filing, printing, and scanning tasks.
• Become familiar with Fairfield's information storage system and fulfill requests for stored information.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Notary certification (or willingness to obtain one).

Experience

• 3+ years of corporate experience in a professional corporate setting is required.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume corporate environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with team members and external partners.
• Background in supporting department members with administrative tasks.
• Familiarity with information storage systems and fulfilling requests for stored information.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Adaptable and able to reprioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Process-oriented thinker.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated, highly analytical, and a quick learner.
• Proactive in anticipating needs and taking steps to address them.
• Discreet with handling confidential information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel).

Our Company:

At Fairfield, we are proud to be a leader in the multifamily housing industry. We are passionate about creating exceptional and luxurious apartment living. Among the most experienced multifamily companies, Fairfield has developed and acquired over 1000 communities since 1985. We are an award-winning company that proudly employs over 1,400 associates who are dedicated to serving our customers at our apartment communities located in over 30 markets nationwide.

Being a part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career with personal growth. It's a partnership for the long term, working alongside colleagues in an open-dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. We know that our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we're proud to reflect that in our culture.

Estimated Rate of Pay: $38.00- $42.00. This position is non-exempt; the range above reflects hourly rates.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full-time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements:

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional).
• Matched 401(k).
• Medical, dental & vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.

* Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.