Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

1 week ago

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Root River Realty Full time $50,000 - $65,000 per year

We're looking for a full-time, in-office Transaction Coordinator to manage our contract-to-close process with precision and confidence. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced, people-first environment.

This is not a remote or hybrid role. You will work on-site at our Milwaukee office and be a central, valued part of the day-to-day team operations.

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Full-Time

Compensation: $47,000–$56,000 base salary annually (commensurate with experience) + performance-based bonuses

Benefits: 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match

  • Eligibility begins after 1 year of employment
  • Fully vested after 2 years

Employment Type: W2

Compensation:

$47,000 – $56,000

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the full contract-to-close process for real estate transactions
  • Coordinate with agents, clients, lenders, title companies, and inspectors to keep timelines on track
  • Ensure all transaction paperwork is compliant, organized, and submitted on time
  • Update systems and keep databases accurate and up to date
  • Proactively communicate with clients and co-op agents to create a 5-star experience
  • Support the team with occasional listing input, offer writing, and admin tasks
  • Take full ownership of deadlines, checklist completion, and post-closing follow-ups

Qualifications:

  • Prior experience as a Transaction Coordinator in real estate (or mortgage/title)
  • Strong knowledge of real estate timelines, contracts, and documentation
  • Excellent verbal and written professional communication skills
  • Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new systems (Command experience a plus)
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines at once
  • Positive, proactive attitude and ability to thrive in a high-expectation, team-oriented culture
  • WI Real Estate License is strongly preferred

About Company

Root River Realty, founded in 2019, has been a powerhouse in the Real Estate Investment and Residential Industry within Milwaukee, WI. Our team, led by Santiago and Holly Speranza, has sold a combined $90M+ of Real Estate to hundreds of clients throughout Wisconsin and beyond. We're known for our "GLOCAL" (Global and Local) expertise and our ability to work with clients from all walks of life.

If you're someone who:

  • Loves being the behind-the-scenes glue of a high-performing team
  • Enjoys checklists, timelines, and getting things done right the first time
  • Wants to grow in a role without jumping into sales
  • Is ready to make an impact from day one

…we'd love to meet you.

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