Who We Are

Revantage is a Blackstone Company that provides a highly skilled employee base, best-in-class processes, and state-of-the-art technology to multiple Blackstone real estate portfolio companies. Sectors include Hospitality, Industrial, Multi-Family, Office, Retail, Senior Housing, and Manufactured Homes.

Revantage, headquartered in Chicago, is one of three global offices that includes Revantage Asia and Revantage Europe.

What We Value: Our Culture

Creating a culture that inspires change and momentum require the right team. We know what it takes to lead an industry, and are looking for leaders who seek constant growth, want to excel, and continuously improve upon themselves and the industry. The culture at Revantage is built on our shared core values and commitment to be:

• Achievers – We expect high standards for ourselves and enable the success of our teams
• Enthusiasts – We face challenges with optimism and believe anything is possible
• Leaders – We commit to continuously improve our performance
• Learners – We learn from our challenges and successes
• Partners – We deliver value and positive impact to our partners

Why This Role Is Valuable 

The Sr. AVP, Transactions Management is responsible for conducting transactions management work directly with Blackstone and portfolio companies, vet transactions, facilitate due diligence collection and lead negotiations.  External facing role to work with brokers, third parties and buyers to drive deals to closing. Interface on buyer/broker questions/issues.

How You Add Value

ONGOING

• Work with Due Diligence Team to source diligence
• Meet regularly with BX, portfolio companies and transactions-legal counterpart on status
• Attend weekly calls with PortCo (asset managers and construction), Revantage legal and Due Diligence teams, and BX Associates to discuss deal pipeline and status
• Maintain Disposition Metrics
• Mentor BX analysts on transactions

PRE-AUTHORIZATION TO DISPOSE

• Review Analytics and Valuations on BREP assets near the end of the fund lifecycle
• Review Analytics and Valuations on BREIT assets with disposition potential
• Review Analytics and Valuations on low performing assets with disposition potential
• Identify unique challenges with respect to the disposition of specific assets

MARKETING

• Hold weekly calls with Brokers to discuss status and interest
• Hold buyer interviews and summarize buyer pools to discuss with Blackstone for approval
• Draft Deal Approval E-mail Draft for BX’s review

CONTRACT NEGOTIATION

• Provide transactions-legal counterpart with approved deal terms and counterpart will work with outside counsel on first draft of PSA
• Provide business guidance to Outside Counsel on issues list.
• Consult with transactions-legal counterpart on anything of a legal nature that rises to a material issue

POST EXECUTION

• Oversee deal and control information flow based on “quarterback model”
• Ensure that all post-closing obligations are closed out and handled in a timely manner
• Assist accounting with any true ups
• Hold Transition calls with Buyer, Asset Managers and Third Party Managers

MANAGEMENT & REPORTING

• Partner with the BX, Revantage, BRE and Longview Dispositions teams to develop and maintain customized end to end processes
• Develop and maintain Dealpath instance for Longview and BRE
• Partner with Revantage to develop and maintain reportable metrics for Revantage, Longview and BRE

LEADERSHIP:

• Leadership and management of Company Real Estate Asset Management efforts.
• Provide functional leadership to Design & Construction Team, Regional Vice Presidents, Directors of Operations, & Corporate leadership.
• Requires excellent two-way communication, coaching, & development skills
• Encourage team to set challenging goals and high standards of performance
• Present logical and persuasive case for proposals and positions
• Encourage team to work cross-functionally with other Departments to successfully complete projects
• Inspire creative, strategic thinking to continuously improve organization and meet Company goals

What You Bring To The Role

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Real Estate required; Coursework in finance and business law preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of related experience
• Solid understanding of real estate sales contracts, leases and basic real estate principles and terminology.
• Understanding of the aspects involved in the operation of a motel, including its performance measures and the elements involved in an acquisition, development or disposition transaction preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
• Comfortable and confident to communicate with all levels of employees: Executives, regional teams, and property level personnel
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven ability to identify obstacles and create solutions to complex problems
• Ability to make sound decisions and use common sense
• Accurate with a good attention to detail, results oriented, motivated, and dependable
• Strong organizational, planning, prioritizing, and administrative skills; ability to self-direct in a fast-paced, multi-task environment
• Ability to influence without authority
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Must not only be able to enter data into spreadsheet, but also create and utilize formulas and macros.
• Maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
• Read and interpret documents and instructions from customers, vendors, and other employees
• Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and other employees
• Self-starter than can take initiative and work within the appropriate level of independence
• Multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast- paced environment
• Detail oriented with good business management skills
• Critical thinking to problem solve and provide innovative solutions
• Light to moderate travel required

Perks for You

• Competitive salary, overall compensation, and 401(k)
• Work-life balance offerings include:
  • Remote work policy
  • Productivity Hours – weekly meeting-free work time
  • Summer Fridays
• In-house and external learning & development opportunities
• Generous health insurance and wellness benefits

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations, if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email talent@revantage.com.

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