Strategic Occupancy Consultant

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Role Title: Strategic Occupancy Consultant

ABOUT JLL

JLL is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our vision is to reimagine the world of real estate creating rewarding opportunities and amazing spaces where people can achieve their doing so we will build a better tomorrow for our clients our people and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with nearly 300 corporate offices operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of over 86000. For further information visit.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Strategic Occupancy Consultant is a highly skilled professional who serves as a comprehensive resource for the Occupancy Planning Management Variable team. This role demands the strategic acumen of a senior workplace strategist combined with the technical precision of an occupancy planner. Based in London as a consultant on a project basis you will work on short to medium term client projects starting with project related secondment with financial Services client. This position requires exceptional versatility and the ability to transform client relationships into long-term opportunities.

WHAT THIS JOB INVOLVES

Strategic Workplace Planning & Portfolio Analysis

Participate in business unit engagements addressing the future of work return to office portfolio optimization and occupancy planning as part of the client project scope

Benchmark current spaces against other internal sites and utilise wider JLL research and data base to identify improvement opportunities related to space usage and improvements client can make as part of the project

Develop scenario and occupancy plans leveraging deep understanding of space supply and demand and utilising client database

Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on workplace programs

Tactical Occupancy Planning & Execution

Serve as single point of contact for space questions: manage and resolve space requests provide test fits blocking and stacking plans and develop sequencing plans for major relocations

Develop stacking plans allocation plans adjacency diagrams migration plans and move sequencing for co-location projects at existing and new properties

Gather space requirements and scope based on customer needs coordinating requirements across different business units

Use creative and analytical thinking to aggregate data from multiple sources and generate solution options for occupancy problems

Ensure all seat assignments comply with regulations for personnel adjacency and deliver timely resolution of non-compliant assignments

Relationship Management & Client Engagement

Foster critical relationships with Corporate Real Estate Business Unit leadership Corporate Finance Project Management Move Coordination and Facility Management teams

Develop relationships with end-user customers to understand their business needs promote workplace solutions and facilitate resolution of planning issues

Interact with client stakeholders at all levels including executive leadership (CEO CFO CHRO COO)

Data Analytics & Reporting

Report on building data organizational data and occupancy metrics using advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and V-lookups

Prepare and update project status reports on actual versus projected seat demand at building level

Interpret qualitative and quantitative research data and synthesize into meaningful and actionable results

Conduct utilization data analysis; gather analyze and interpret data to provide data-driven recommendations

Measure monitor and report cost savings and value-added contributions

THE CANDIDATE

Required Education

Bachelors Degree in Management Architecture Design Real Estate Finance Construction Management or related field

Required Experience

8 years related experience in workplace strategy architecture consulting corporate real estate facilities management project management construction management design human resources or organizational development roles

Proven track record in both strategic workplace planning and tactical occupancy planning

Experience in building strong client relationships and anticipating needs

Workplace program implementation experience in corporate settings working alongside cross-functional real estate facilities IT HR Finance teams

Technical Proficiency

Required: Proficient in AutoCAD REVIT BIM or other drafting technologies for test fit option development

Required: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables V-lookups cell calculations)

Required: Ability to consolidate data and floor plans into Microsoft PowerPoint for presentations

Preferred: Proficient in CAFM/IWMS database systems (FMS Manhattan Tririga Archibus or similar)

Literate in reading and interpreting floor plans

Knowledge & Abilities

Working knowledge of office design principles and trends such as mobile or collaborative workplace

Understands desk-sharing concepts and methodologies

Ability to seamlessly transition between strategic oversight and hands-on execution

Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in an agile environment including virtual collaboration with remote colleagues

Ability to multi-task and successfully manage multiple projects and coordinate activities for various individuals/groups

Comfortable with frequent or rapid change; flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities

Essential Skills

COMMUNICATION:Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills both verbal and written. Able to explain complex information in a straightforward manner and convey difficult direction to clients.

INFLUENCE:Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal. Must be a team player able to work collaboratively with and through others.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT:Strong time management skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines. Knows how to effectively structure staff and manage projects and teams to ensure clarity of expectation timely execution corrective action when needed and successful outcomes. Highly organized with high level of performance in project budgeting and scheduling.

ANALYTICS:Expert-level data analytical skills and ability to articulate stories through data. Has a structured approach to problem solving with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics. Attentive to detail and accuracyparticularly numbers and spatial creativity.

CHARACTER:Shows character with high perseverance and resourcefulness required to keep driving and finding ways to get the required steps done. Demonstrated consistency in values principles and work ethic.

FLEXIBLE & ADAPTABLE:Able to work in ambiguous situations. Resilient and tenacious with a propensity to persevere. Energetic creative and willing to work hard in a fast-paced environment; enjoys variety and challenges of consulting work.

CLIENT SERVICE:Understanding of and commitment to client service. A desire to work within a diverse collaborative and driven professional environment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Self-motivated able to work independently within a team to build relationships and interact effectively with business partners

Ability to effectively manage time organize and prioritize deliverables and workload

This is a variable consultant position working on a project basis as assignments are received and accepted however length may vary

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

Youll join an entrepreneurial inclusive culture where we succeed together across the desk and around the globe. Access to our Workday Systems My Learning and Business Resource Groups reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career recognition wellbeing and pay. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling contract career full of varied experiences

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