Financial Services Real Estate Consulting Lead
New Yesterday
Job Description
This job is with JLL, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
We are seeking an experienced Corporate Real Estate leader to lead our specialized consulting practice within EMEA, with a focus on the Financial Services sector. This key leadership role will drive revenue growth, expand JLL's market presence, and establish thought leadership in financial services real estate solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the Financial Services consulting strategy for EMEA, including formulating and executing industry sales approaches
- Identify and prioritize key clients and accounts in the EMEA region to build a strong business pipeline
- Achieve annual consulting revenue target of $3,000,000 USD through new business development and existing account growth
- Establish deep relationships with senior client stakeholders to understand their challenges and position JLL as their trusted real estate advisor
- Translate complex financial services industry trends into actionable real estate strategies for clients
- Foster and maintain relationships across JLL to drive integrated client solutions and cross-selling opportunities
- Continuously develop deep Financial Services business expertise and translate consulting capabilities into offerings that address sector-specific challenges
- Lead the development of key account plans and sales strategies within the region
- Collaborate with Consulting and Research colleagues across regions to create industry-specific thought leadership content
- Represent JLL at high-profile industry events and conferences as a subject matter expert
- Identify emerging real estate needs specific to financial services clients and develop innovative consulting solutions to address them
- Mentor and guide team members on financial services sector expertise
- Identify and recommend consulting needs and investments to support the industry, including time, resources, and budget allocations
Performance Objectives:
- Identify and develop new leads and opportunities (80% of time)
- Deliver industry insights and thought leadership to clients in the region (20% of time)
- Support the conversion of opportunities into contracted and billable work
- Drive knowledge exchange and best practices within the industry sector community
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of financial services opportunities
Required Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in corporate real estate advisory/consultancy
- Strong sales track record with demonstrable success in business development
- Executive presence and experience working with C-suite clients at global organizations
- Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills with ability to connect real estate solutions to business objectives
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Proven track record in sales strategy and business development
- Demonstrated ability to create impactful thought leadership content
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in a relevant field preferred
- 10+ years of relevant experience in consulting roles
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with Financial Services industry clients is a plus
- Understanding of specific real estate challenges in the financial sector would be beneficial
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#LI-DNI- Location:
- London
- Category:
- Finance And Insurance