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Associate II, Real Estate & Support

First National Bank of Omaha
vision insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
Mar 28, 2026

At FNBO, our employees are the heart of our story-and we're committed to their success! Please see below the details of this career opportunity and how it fits into our organization's success.

Summary of the Job:

Join FNBO's Buildings division as a strategic real estate professional who will serve as our lease portfolio expert across our 120-branch network spanning 9 Midwestern states. In this pivotal role, you'll negotiate high-value commercial leases, leverage cutting-edge AI technology to enhance lease administration, and serve as the central authority on our real estate portfolio. You'll build meaningful relationships with landlords, tenants, and internal stakeholders while driving operational excellence and cost efficiency in our real estate operations. This role offers the unique opportunity to blend traditional commercial real estate expertise with innovative technology adoption, making a measurable impact on FNBO's facility operations and bottom line.

About This Role:

1. Lease Negotiation & Administration

  • Lead high-stakes lease negotiationsfor FNBO leased space and third-party tenant agreements, securing favorable terms that balance operational needs with cost efficiency
  • Orchestrate seamless move-in processesby coordinating lease execution, security deposits, vendor setup, rent payments, keys, build-out coordination, and tenant improvement allowances
  • Partner strategicallywith Projects, Property, and Security teams to ensure successful occupancy transitions
  • Cultivate and maintain productive relationshipswith landlords and tenants throughout the entire lease lifecycle
  • Engage and manage real estate brokersto market vacant space and properties, coordinating showings and optimizing occupancy rates
  • Prepare and ensure compliancewith intercompany lease documents per Regulation W/23A requirements
  • Conduct market analysis to review competitive rent information and adjust lease terms accordingly
  • Obtain landlord approvalsfor major renovations, alterations, and capital improvements
  • Manage insurance compliancefor all tenant and landlord relationships

2. Lease Database Management & AI Innovation

  • Champion the use of AI toolsto abstract lease agreements, improving efficiency and accuracy in document processing
  • Own and enhancethe comprehensive lease database by summarizing key lease terms, critical dates, notice requirements, and rent adjustment schedules
  • Ensure 100% compliancewith all legal and lease requirements by proactively monitoring and meeting deadlines
  • Provide strategic alertsto management regarding upcoming renewals, rent changes, and other key lease milestones
  • Support continuous improvementin lease management processes through technology adoption and best practices

3. Financial Administration - Rent Payables & Receivables

  • Manage all financial aspectsof third-party tenant rent, including adjustments and collections
  • Generate and deliverannual operating expense reconciliations for third-party tenants with accuracy and timeliness
  • Process and verifyall rent payments for leased space, ensuring timely payment and correct amounts in partnership with Accounting
  • Review and analyzeannual operating expense reconciliations for all leased properties, identifying discrepancies and cost-saving opportunities

4. Business Intelligence & Reporting

  • Create and deliverstandardized and ad hoc management reporting to support strategic decision-making:
    • Annual Lease Schedule
    • OCC/Federal Reserve Joint Examination reports
    • Rent Rolls and comprehensive lease analytics
    • Cost analysis and portfolio performance metrics
  • Provide insightsthrough data analysis that inform real estate strategy and budgeting

5. Utility Account Optimization

  • Partner with third-party vendorsto manage utility account setups for new locations and closures
  • Ensure timely processingof all utility invoices and prevent service interruptions
  • Analyze utility datato identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
  • Monitor and minimizelate fees and service penalties

6. Contract & Purchase Order Coordination

  • Collaborate with Buildings teams and Enterprise Sourcingto establish blanket purchase orders for new vendor contracts supporting recurring services and projects
  • Maintain accuracyof all purchase orders when contracts are amended or terminated
  • Ensure seamless vendor transitionsand uninterrupted service delivery

The Ideal Candidate for This Role:

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

  • Bachelor's degreein Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of commercial real estate lease administration experience, including:
    • Negotiating, reviewing, and preparing lease agreements and amendments
    • Managing lease portfolios with demonstrated success in securing favorable terms
  • Advanced proficiencyin MS Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel (including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis)
  • Proven abilityto work independently and manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skillswith ability to interpret complex lease documents and identify key terms and risks
  • Exceptional customer service orientationwith consultative skills and demonstrated responsiveness to stakeholder needs
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skillsfor negotiation and stakeholder management

Highly Desired

  • Experience with lease administration software(Archibus or similar platforms)
  • Demonstrated success leveraging AI toolsto enhance lease creation, abstracting, and portfolio management
  • Professional certificationsuch as RPA (Real Property Administrator), or paralegal certification
  • Financial analysis and budgeting experiencerelated to real estate operations
  • Project management experiencecoordinating cross-functional teams
  • Vendor relationship managementand contract negotiation expertise

CORE COMPETENCIES & PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Professional Excellence

  • Exhibit professional behaviorand be proactive and respectful in all relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Promote positive, constructive, collaborative working relationshipswith all staff members
  • Exercise willingness to serve as a resourceto colleagues, sharing expertise and supporting team success
  • Practice FNBO valuesand actively support organizational goals and strategic plans
  • Proactively work to improveteam and organizational effectiveness through innovation and best practices
  • Complete special projectsas assigned within established timeframes
  • Demonstrate accountabilityfor continuous best efforts to deliver exceptional results

Key Attributes for Success

  • Strategic thinkingbalanced with attention to detail
  • Strong business acumenwith understanding of financial impacts
  • Adaptability and flexibilityin a dynamic environment
  • Integrity and ethical judgmentin all dealings
  • Solution-oriented mindsetwith creative problem-solving abilities
  • Technology embracing attitudewith eagerness to learn new tools
Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.

Compensation:

Compensation range (base pay): $63,288.00-$104,425.00

This role may have a specific starting pay within this range.

Final compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Work Environment:

It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work in a hybrid capacity, balancing in-person collaboration three (3) days a week with remote flexibility two (2) days a week. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy and relationship-building of face-to-face collaboration while still enjoying the flexibility of remote workdays. We provide the tools and technology to ensure seamless transitions between work environments, supporting your productivity wherever you are. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Benefits Overview:

We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • 401k, With Matching Contributions

  • Time Off Programs

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care

  • Employee Banking

  • Growth Opportunities

  • Tuition Assistance

  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Learn more about FNBO benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/.

For additional information regarding compensation and benefits, e-mail FNBO at TAGAdmin@fnni.com. To ensure you receive a response, include the number of this job (listed below) in the subject line of your message.

Job number: R-20260552

Equal Opportunity & Belonging:

FNBO believes that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves-no matter their role or where they are in their journey.

Learn more here.

FNBO is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity.

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FNBO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer - Member FDIC

FNBO follows federal law regarding the use of marijuana (this applies to all non-California applicants)

Application Deadline:

All our jobs will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days. Job postings may come down prior to 5 calendar days based on volume of applicants.

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