Senior Transaction Manager in Real Estate
Zürcher Kantonalbank und ihre Tochtergesellschaften
Zürich
Key information
- Publication date:13 December 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
Join ZKB, a leading asset manager in Switzerland with a focus on sustainability. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and excellent benefits.
Tasks
- Oversee the entire real estate transaction process from purchase to sale.
- Identify investment opportunities across Switzerland and conduct due diligence.
- Collaborate with specialists and present evaluated transactions to decision-making bodies.
Skills
- Degree in economics; real estate qualification is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of valuation methods, especially DCF.
- Relevant experience in real estate transactions and a broad network.
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80% - 100% | Asset Management / Portfolio Management | Zurich | Experienced Professionals
The Asset Management of Zürcher Kantonalbank is the second largest provider in Switzerland with over CHF 321 billion assets under management (as of 31.10.2025) and around 280+ investment experts. We offer all services of institutional asset management for financial service providers, companies, foundations, and pension institutions. Our sustainability and pension expertise is internationally recognized.
For our various investment funds, we carry out numerous purchases and sales every year. We accompany the transaction throughout the entire process from initial contact through due diligence to integration. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a strong negotiator and well-connected personality.
For our various investment funds, we carry out numerous purchases and sales every year. We accompany the transaction throughout the entire process from initial contact through due diligence to integration. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a strong negotiator and well-connected personality.
Your tasks
- Responsibility for the entire real estate transaction process (purchase and sale)
- Identifying investment opportunities throughout Switzerland
- Due diligence review (including DCF valuation) as well as leading contract negotiations until the purchase agreements are concluded
- Conducting various transactions through asset deals, portfolios, or contributions in kind
- Evaluating transactions with development potential (developments in existing properties, site developments)
- Close collaboration with internal and external specialists including inspections and preparation of ZKB-specific investment proposals
- Independent presentation of evaluated transactions before decision-making bodies
Your profile
- University degree or higher professional examination in economics
- Additional training in real estate (MAS / SVIT) is an advantage
- Very good knowledge of various valuation methods (especially discounted cash flow)
- Relevant professional experience in a similar position, ideally in real estate transactions
- Profound market knowledge of the Swiss real estate market, as well as a broad network in the real estate environment
- Good English and French skills are an advantage
- Willingness to travel throughout Switzerland
Our offer
- An employer recognized as one of the top employers in Switzerland who invests in your personal and professional development.
- The opportunity to work for one of the leading asset managers in Switzerland, distinguished by its pioneering role in sustainable investments and internationally recognized.
- A high degree of personal responsibility and scope for design in an appreciative and respectful corporate culture with motivated and committed colleagues who look forward to working with you.
- A modern workplace in the vibrant District 5 with excellent transport connections (Zurich Hardbrücke station).
- High flexibility in designing your working hours thanks to annual working hours, home office options, and a supportive team.
Lucie Kulhanek
is happy to assist you.
Phone: 044 292 27 62
is happy to assist you.
Phone: 044 292 27 62
