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Responsibilities
The Commercial Analyst will work closely with the Commercial Delivery team, and a cross-functional team of resources to perform due diligence for new and expanding client accounts, including the review and categorization of client spend data to validate financial baselines and identify cost savings and efficiencies.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver baseline due diligence projects by collecting, classifying and analyzing diverse data sets
- Obtain and analyze / benchmark historical client real estate spend, square footage, and occupancy and lease data, comparing sites by region, location, square footage, and lease type or ownership status
- Identify and liaise with key stakeholders and decision makers within JLL and client organizations to assist in data gathering, determine governance structure, and escalation protocols specific to each engagement
- Work with the Commercial Delivery team to create and maintain a project plan and timeline; monitor and communicate status updates to key stakeholders through agreed-upon governance routines specific to each project
- Organize meetings with various stakeholders (both internal and external)
- Work across different business units to ensure data is thoroughly validated.
- Identify in-scope services to categorize facility spend as controllable or non-controllable
- Document and resolve open issues or next steps as rolling action items requiring quick decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Gain and maintain a detailed understanding of various contracting and commercial models, service delivery options, and revenue opportunities for JLL accounts
Core Competencies Commercial Acumen
- Has operational understanding of the Work Dynamics business model, client requirements, industry delivery and contracting models
- Understands facility management contracts. Knowledge of complex commercial contracts and the risks and obligations of service providers in delivering required outcomes is highly valued.
- Ability to communicate commercial issues with internal stakeholders
- Ability to identify red flags and contractual risks
- Ability to understand baseline Due Diligence goals and report outcomes.
Critical Analysis
- Ability to critically review and analyse complex financial and operational data sets so to identify potential inaccuracies, or gaps in information.
- Knowledge of the costs and activities associated with Facilities Management for a diverse range of commercial real estate portfolios including office, industrial, manufacturing and retail environments.
Project Management
- Demonstrate ability to meet critical deadlines and to work within project schedules.
- Task oriented and able to keep track of multiple project timelines and coordinate with various workstreams.
- Process oriented and able to utilize technology platforms to work effectively
- Understanding of when and how to effectively escalate complications or unforeseen problems in due diligence projects.
- Ability to manage and present vast amounts of complex data in a succinct and understandable fashion.
Teamwork
An enthusiastic and positive collaborator, able to work effectively as part of a distributed team globally and partner with colleagues across diverse functions.
Shares learnings from a broad and deep range of relevant situations.
Experience • Successful candidates are likely to have 5 years of relevant business experience and a track record of working successfully with multi-disciplinary teams in a matrixed business environment.
- Current knowledge of Work Dynamics business models, clients and geos will be highly valuable.
- Facilities Management or Property Management experience is advantageous
- Demonstrated successes in data analysis, drawing conclusions, and improvement.
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance preferred
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
85,000.00 – 95,000.00 USD per year
This 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 –Atlanta, GA, Chicago, IL
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 may 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
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