Director, Global Occupancy Planning – Management

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Provide strategic oversight of multiple regions across global real estate portfolios .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic oversight of global real estate portfolios, with a focus on occupancy planning, budget management, and team leadership across multiple regions. Proven ability to leverage technology for data-driven decision-making and drive process improvements in a corporate environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strategic Space PlanningOccupancy Planning ManagementBudget ManagementStakeholder ManagementRisk-Informed Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

Occupancy PlanningSpace Data ManagementBudget ManagementChange ManagementUtilization TrackingData AnalysisProcess ImprovementPerformance MetricsCrisis ResponseInnovation in Methodologies

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationRelationship-BuildingInfluencing Senior StakeholdersTeam LeadershipConsensus Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Real EstateMBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Corporate Real EstateGlobal MarketsProfessional ServicesAPACLATAMAMERClient Business ModelsDiverse TeamsService Delivery EfficienciesData Storytelling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic oversight of multiple regions across global real estate portfolios
Manage the global occupancy planning account budget across APAC, LATAM, and AMER
Own strategic multi-regional relationships and serve as executive-level point of contact for key client stakeholders
Drive space planning and data management programs aligned with client real estate and workplace objectives
Lead and manage a global team of occupancy planners across three regions
Structure, staff, and manage the team across time zones with clear performance metrics
Lead crisis response efforts during urgent account situations
Make decisive, risk-informed decisions during high-pressure scenarios
Implement preventive measures and contingency planning
Drive process improvements, service delivery efficiencies, and measurable cost savings
Champion innovation and technological advancement in occupancy planning methodologies
Collaborate with facilities, MAC, projects, and local stakeholders across JLL service lines to deliver integrated solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, Design, Construction Management, or related field required
8–15 years of experience in a corporate environment with demonstrated progression in leadership responsibility
Previous experience in strategic space/occupancy planning and space data management
Proven track record managing diverse teams across multiple regions
Demonstrated experience managing budgets and driving revenue growth in a professional services environment
Ability to leverage technology to tell compelling data stories that influence strategic decisions
Understanding of activity-based working, change management, and utilization tracking
Deep understanding of corporate real estate dynamics across global markets
Solid grasp of client business models and regional industry contexts across APAC, LATAM, and AMER
Exceptional written and verbal communication across all leadership levels and diverse cultural contexts
Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive consensus across competing interests
Risk-informed decision-making and ability to analyze ambiguous situations, develop options, and recommend optimal courses of action
Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
MBA preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical and emotional health