Strategic Partnership
Serve as a trusted advisor to client Real Estate leadership, bringing industry best practices and thought leadership to drive their real estate strategy
Lead programming sessions with Business Unit leaders to understand their vision and translate it into actionable space planning solutions
Develop strategic plans, business cases, and executive presentations that align with client organizational goals
Partner with the Americas Occupancy Planning Lead to execute regional strategic planning initiatives
Relationship & Stakeholder Management
Build strong, trust-based relationships across Corporate Real Estate, HR, and Business Unit leadership
Navigate complex stakeholder environments with ease, managing multiple relationships diplomatically
Collaborate with Project Management, Facility Management, and Transactions teams to develop scenarios, evaluate options, and secure budget approvals
Operational Excellence
Oversee occupancy tracking, allocation processes, and utilization monitoring
Partner with teams to review moves, develop migration plans, and conduct facility audits
Manage annual charge-back and Intercompany Agreement calculations with Corporate Finance
Support deployment of new technologies to enhance employee experience and track utilization
Measure and report cost savings and value-added contributions
Leadership & Team Development
Lead and mentor an AMER West Regional occupancy planning team
Balance hands-on execution with coaching to build sustainable team capabilities
Champion innovations, best practices, and process enhancements through collaboration with cross-functional partners
Foster an environment of teamwork, performance excellence, and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For -
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
8-10 years of experience in occupancy planning, space management, and strategic planning across broad geographies
Experience with flex office, hybrid work models, design guidelines, and change management programs
Proven success managing multiple complex stakeholder relationships
Skills & Attributes
Strategic thinker who can see the big picture while executing the details
Relationship builder who understands how to meet clients where they are and guide them forward
Hands-on leader who balances doing the work with coaching and empowering others
Clear communicator skilled at engaging audiences from administrative to executive level
Data storyteller with expert Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and the ability to translate analysis into compelling presentations
Process innovator who collaborates with others to drive enhancements and sustainable solutions
Technically proficient with MS Office Suite, CAFM systems (Tririga preferred), AutoCAD, and architectural drawings
Adaptable problem-solver comfortable navigating ambiguity and managing complexity
Self-directed with strong initiative and commercial acumen
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position
132,000.00 – 173,800.00 USD per year
Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location
On-site –San Jose, CA
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!
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 include:
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
At 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 Notice
Jones 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. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.
For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.
For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.
For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.
Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.
Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.
Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.
Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
California Residents only
If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.
