Associate Director, Consulting

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. Associate Director, Consulting – Transformation Location: NY, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Charlotte, Atlanta | HybridAbout JLLJLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We deliver innovative solutions that help our clients, people, and communities thrive through a more humancentric, resilient, and responsible approach to work environments.Position OverviewWe’re in a transformative period for commercial real estate. The rise of hybrid work, advances in workplace technology, evolving cost pressures, and changing employee expectations are creating new opportunities for organizations to rethink how real estate functions enable business performance.We are seeking an experienced Associate Director with 6-10 years of experience in real estate consulting to support transformation engagements within JLL’s Consulting practice.The Associate Director will support a consulting project team in delivering real estate transformation projects spanning capabilities inclusive of portfolio strategy, workplace experience, workplace strategy, and real estate and facilities organizational design. This role will help create deliverables to define real estate transformation solutions for clients, support project leadership in client presentations, organize and manage day-to-day consulting teams and deliverables, and bring insights and experience into solutions.This is an opportunity to shape and deliver high-impact real estate transformation projects for leading real estate and facilities organizations navigating complex real estate, workplace, and facilities challenges at enterprise scale. The ideal candidate brings strong deliverable execution skills, consulting rigor, data analytics experience, and a background in real estate with the ability to translate qualitative and quantitative recommendations into actionable recommendations for clients.Given the pace of change in our industry and the growing role of AI in how we deliver consulting work, we are looking for a self-starter with strong learning agility who can be placed into an ambiguous, undefined problem and quickly figure out how to move it forward.If you are passionate about real estate transformation and excited by the opportunity to help organizations modernize how they operate, support their workforce, and realize greater value from their real estate and workplace investments, we would love to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport complex consulting engagements focused on enterprise real estate, facilities, and workplace transformation, leveraging JLL Consulting’s delivery models, strategic frameworks, and implementation methodologiesSupport presenting consulting deliverables to client executivesBe part of a consulting project team driving large-scale transformation programs across areas such as portfolio optimization, workplace modernization, mergers & acquisitions / divestures, real estate and facilities service model redesign for insourced/outsourced structures, and facilities and real estate organizational design,Translate strategic recommendations into practical execution plans, ensuring transformation initiatives are structured, governable, and actionable across people, process, technology, and real estate dimensionsConduct data analysis via insights captured from surveys and interviews to create a synthesis of results to inform recommendationsDeliver day-to-day project requirements under the supervision of the consulting project leadership team on-time and with a high level of qualityContribute to business development through client pursuits, proposal development, thought leadership, and executive presentations as time allowsServe as a primary day-to-day point of contact for clients on tactical project matters, building trusted working relationships within the client organizationCollaborate effectively across project teams, fostering strong teaming and, where relevant, providing guidance to junior consulting staffQualificationsBachelor's degree in Consulting, Real Estate, Business Strategy, Organizational Transformation, or related field6-10 years of experience in real estate or real estate consulting with significant focus on transformation strategy, program leadership, and large-scale execution within the facilities and real estate spaceAttributesProven experience supporting clients on complex real estate and facilities transformation initiatives, ideally within commercial real estateDepth in analyzing data to inform insights and recommendationsAbility to produce & deliver presentations that help tell a story to senior client leadershipAbility to manage to tight timelines and deadlines with the ability to pivot workload to client demandsStrong communication skills to help manage client deliverables both upwards and downwards in project teamsProficiency with AI-enabled tools and digital technologies, with the ability to apply them to analysis, solution development, transformation planning, and client deliveryAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPointSelf-starter with strong learning agility; comfortable operating with ambiguity and able to quickly structure unfamiliar problems and drive engagements forward with minimal directionThis position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Estimated compensation for this position:126,600.00 – 183,400.00 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 –New York, NYIf 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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