Senior Manager, Corporate Strategy

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.    Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.  What this job involves:  The Corporate Strategy team is tasked with identifying and delivering transformative revenue growth opportunities while also supporting broader strategy initiatives across all our current and adjacent markets in commercial real estate - the largest asset class in the world. We work hand-in-hand with Corporate Development, Corporate Finance, Venture Capital investment, and executive teams to recommend JLL’s path forward to increase shareholder value. This is a unique opportunity for top performers who are seeking a high-impact, high-visibility position to directly impact the most important strategic decisions for JLL, one of the largest commercial real estate companies in the world!  As a Corporate Strategy Manager, you are bold, creative, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You will develop and execute strategies that drive growth and influence JLL’s long term development. You will drive projects, solve problems, and develop recommendations through rigorous analysis, communicating your findings with conviction to key stakeholders  What your day-to-day will look like:  Develop and execute strategy projects across all of JLL’s business lines and functions Instill a customer-driven, fact-based, and objective approach to analysis, decision-making, and prioritization   Create frameworks to tackle complex problems  Partner with, and advise internal executives and stakeholders across the business to ensure alignment on priorities and action  Coordinate and manage an enterprise competitive intelligence program to track and analyze activities of core commercial real estate competitors, with regular reporting to senior leadership, to drive strategic decision-making Build and maintain a strong network across other JLL units (e.g. research, finance, investor relations, business line strategy units) to drive projects to success Manage junior corporate strategy team members (associates, analysts, and interns) and colleagues from other functions to execute strategy projects Desired or preferred experience and skills Bachelor's degree required in business, finance, real estate, economics, or related fields; MBA/Masters preferred  5+ years of experience in commercial real estate Previous management experience Global business experience Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment  Excellent communication and presentation skills Required Skills and Experience:  5+ years of experience in strategy, business operations, consulting, or commercial real estate (with strong exposure to corporate strategy) Excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to interact with leadership in a mature and professional manner Strong business judgment and executive presence  Excellent presentation skills, including strong oral and writing capabilities; ability to clearly communicate compelling messages to senior managers and external business partners  Strong leadership skills with a team-oriented and collaborative approach to work  Ability to showcase success in handling ambiguous and dynamic projects with multiple workstreams  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor Proficiency in data analysis and presentation tools including quantitative analysis and knowledge of strategy frameworks Strong financial and business modelling skills  If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Estimated compensation for this position:184,300.00 – 215,000.00 USD per yearThis range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.Location:On-site –Chicago, ILIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:401(k) plan with matching company contributionsComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision CarePaid parental leave at 100% of salary Paid Time Off and Company HolidaysEarly access to earned wages through Daily PayAt JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.JLL Privacy NoticeJones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. 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