Assistant Real Estate Manager - Digital Realty Trust

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. owns, acquires, redevelops, develops and manages technology-related real estate. The Company is focused on providing Turn-Key Datacenter(r) and Powered Base Building(r) datacenter solutions for domestic and international tenants across a variety of industry verticals ranging from information technology and Internet enterprises, to manufacturing and financial services in 27 markets throughout North America and Europe. For additional information, please visit Digital Realty Trust's website at http://www.digitalrealtytrust.com.

Job Description
The Assistant Real Estate Manager reports to the Real Estate Manager or Senior Real Estate Manager and supports the manager in all aspects of the management for the assigned portfolio. The individual in this position will assist and support with the operations and financial responsibilities of the portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, budgeting and control of operating and capital expenditures.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, monthly reports, and variance reports.
• Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable, including collection of rent, accruals, payment of expenses, common area maintenance estimates, true-ups, reconciliations, compliance with lease terms, and preparation of all related documentation.
• Respond to customer requests and needs; coordinate efforts with Property Management and Technical Operation Teams to resolve the issues.
• Oversee selection and performance of vendor services, including preparation of requests for proposal and service agreements; monitor vendor performance against service level agreements.
• Schedule and facilitate maintenance with vendors and customers.
• Perform property inspections on a regular basis; makes recommendations to maintain and enhance the assigned portfolio of properties.
• Maintain a strong relationship with the Asset Manager and Technical Operations Team for the assigned portfolio to ensure that all corporate objectives are being met.
• Document and track all certificates of insurance from vendors and customers.
• Maintain accurate and pertinent information for vendors and customers.
• Prepare correspondence to customers and vendors.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers and vendors.

Experience:

• Candidate will typically have a minimum of three years related experience.
• Proven track record of providing superior customer service.
• Strong understanding of financial terms and principles and able to analyze financial statements.
• Computer literate; proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in written and verbal communications, with the capability to create complex financial and business related documents.
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.

Education: Bachelor's Degree, preferably in business, real estate, or finance.

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Digital Realty Trust offers a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Digital Realty Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply: email dmullen@digitalrealtytrust.com or apply online.

Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty Trust, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty Trust is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.