Thermo Fisher Scientific

Transaction Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific  •  Hemel Hempstead, GB (Onsite)  •  17 days ago
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Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

The Transaction Specialist supports the execution ofThermoFisher Scientific’s Corporate Real Estate (CRE) strategy across the EMEA region. This role partners with business and functional leaders to deliver real estate solutions that enable growth, improve operational efficiency, andoptimizecost — in alignment with our Mission and 4i Values.

The position combines portfolio planning, financial analysis, and transaction execution. The successful candidate will independently manage defined transactions and contribute to portfolio initiatives through structured financial analysis, strong stakeholder engagement, and disciplined execution.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Planning & Analysis

  • Support the development and execution of EMEA real estate portfolio plans aligned to businessobjectives

  • Contribute to short- and medium-term portfolio strategies through structured analysis of demand,utilization, and financial performance.

  • Collect,consolidate, andanalyzeportfolio, financial, and business data to inform decision-making.

  • Identifyopportunities tooptimizefootprint, improve spaceutilization, and reduce real estate cost through scenario analysis.

  • Ensure portfolio actions align with corporate governance, financial controls, and risk management standards.

Transaction Management

  • Independently manage assigned real estate transactions end-to-end, including new leases, renewals, restructures, and exits.

  • Coordinate brokers, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders to ensuretimelyand compliant execution.

  • Prepare business cases and approval documentationin accordance withThermoFisherdelegation of authority processes.

  • Support lease documentation review and ensure compliance with internal policies and lease accounting requirements (ASC 842 / IFRS 16 where applicable).

Financial & Commercial Analysis

  • Analyzelease economics, cash flow impacts, and P&L implications to support informed business decisions.

  • Develop clear financial models and translate outputs into concise, executive-ready presentations.

  • Support forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes related to the EMEA portfolio.

  • Maintain data accuracy within lease administration and portfolio management systems.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Build effective working relationships with business leaders, Finance, Legal, HR, and Procurement partners.

  • Operate effectively within a global, matrixed environment.

  • Communicate complex financial and portfolio information in a clear and practical manner.

  • DemonstrateThermoFisher’s 4i Values — Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement — in daily interactions.

MinimumRequirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Accounting, or related discipline.

  • 3–5 years of experience in Corporate Real Estate, commercial real estate advisory, or related field.

  • Demonstrated experience managing real estate transactions or defined workstreams with increasing independence.

  • Strong understanding of lease structures, real estate cash flows, and financial metrics.

  • Experience working in a multinational or matrixed organization preferred.

  • Proficiencywith lease administration platforms (e.g., CoStar) and strong Excel-based financialmodelingskills.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present financial insights clearly.

Critical Competencies

  • Strong analytical and financial acumen

  • Structured problem-solving capability

  • Attention to detail and data integrity

  • Stakeholder management and collaboration skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

  • Sound commercial judgment

  • High levelof personal integrity and accountability

Additional Information

  • Approximately 25% travel within EMEA.

  • Position reports within the Corporate Real Estate function and supports a US-headquartered globalorganisation

Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

Industry
Biotech & Life Sciences
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Waltham, MA
Year Founded
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