Transaction Administrator

Marcus & Millichap - Transaction Administrator

Transaction Administrator

Seattle, WA

Southern California Division - Seattle /

Full-time /

On-site

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Marcus & Millichap Seattle's top retail/net lease team is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Transaction Administrator to join a successful and growing commercial real estate brokerage team. This is an in-person opportunity ideal for candidates who are eager to build a career in commercial real estate and are ready to learn in a fast-paced, corporate sales environment.

We are looking for a bright, organized self-starter with strong communication skills (written and verbal), a professional demeanor, and a genuine interest in the commercial real estate industry. Attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple tasks is essential.

The base salary range for this role is $24.00 - $31.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined by factors such as education, experience, and job-related skills relevant to the role. Marcus & Millichap is a multi-state employer and posted salary ranges are provided in good faith for compliance with all relevant pay-transparency regulations. These ranges may not reflect potential compensation for positions based in other states or regions.

Position Overview

The Transaction Administrator supports the brokerage team with day-to-day administrative tasks related to property listings and transaction management. Under the guidance of senior team members, this role assists in preparing listing materials, maintaining transaction files, tracking deadlines, and coordinating communications between all parties involved in a transaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing materials for new listings, including property investment highlights and writeups
• Gather all components for an offering memorandum (OM) from different team members and provide to the marketing team for completion
• Add new listings to internal and third-party listing platforms and maintain accurate, up-to-date listing information throughout the marketing period
• Prepare and distribute regular marketing reports to sellers of active listings, summarizing listing activity, market exposure, and investor interest from information provided by brokers on the team
• Draft templated contract documents including representation agreements, letters of intent, and purchase and sale agreements
• Draft and proofread outgoing correspondence, including due diligence requests, Estoppel/SNDA/Right of First Refusal requests, and notifications to tenants of new ownership once a transaction has closed
• Coordinate property site visits, inspections, and scheduling with buyers, sellers, tenants, and third-party vendors
• Proactively follow up with escrow/title companies, attorneys, buyers, sellers, and broker teams to help ensure timely document completion
• Help track deadlines and required actions for active listings and transactions under contract
• Maintain organized and complete transaction files from listing through close, in accordance with state DRE requirements
• Maintain a detailed email folder in Outlook for every transaction
• Assist with printing, binding, and distributing BOVs and OMs
• Provide general administrative support to agents and team members as needed
• Assist with local public relations activities, including press releases
• Learn Marcus & Millichap contracts, policies, and the brokerage continuum over time through on-the-job training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent work experience in commercial or residential real estate
• Prior administrative, office, or customer-facing experience is a plus but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Professional demeanor and the ability to interact confidently with clients, colleagues, and external parties via email, phone, and in person
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with Adobe Acrobat a plus
• Comfort using AI tools and large language models (such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Copilot) for drafting, research, or productivity tasks
• Interest in commercial real estate and a desire to grow within the industry
• Comfort working in a busy, corporate sales environment

Benefits

Marcus & Millichap offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, well-being, and financial security. Eligible employees may have access to the following benefits, subject to the terms of applicable benefit plans:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources

Benefits eligibility, coverage, and employer contributions may vary based on position, employment status (full-time or part-time), location, and length of service. This summary is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of benefits. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process or upon request.

Founded in 1971, Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI) is a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm focusing exclusively on investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services, with nearly 1,700 investment sales and financing professionals in 80+ offices throughout the United States and Canada.

Our mission is to help our clients create and preserve wealth by providing the best real estate investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services available.

Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading national real estate services firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing services, research and advisory services. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had 1,808 investment sales and financing professionals in more than 80 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate. The Company also offers market research, consulting and advisory, and leasing services to its clients. Marcus & Millichap, Inc. closed 8,818 transactions in 2025, with a sales volume of $50.8 billion.

Marcus & Millichap is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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