Associate

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

About JLL

We’re JLL. We’re a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying and investing in real estate.

We’re a Fortune 500 company. We work across 80 countries, in 280 different offices, with a team of over 77,000 individuals. And we look after a property portfolio of over 4bn square feet, all on behalf of our clients.

At JLL, you’ll have a chance to innovate with the world’s leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You’ll also make long-lasting professional connections through sharing different perspectives, and you’ll be inspired by the best. We’re focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Achieve your ambitions – join us at JLL!

What this job involves

As an associate in the Landlord Leasing & Advisory team, you will be responsible for advising our landlord-clients throughout office leasing campaigns and office development cycle. You will work in a diverse and dynamic environment, working closely with our clients and internal teams.

1. Work closely with head of landlord advisory in delivering key KSA leasing projects.
2. Advise landlords on optimum marketing and leasing strategies to ensure successful leasing campaigns.
3. Execute successful leasing campaigns including engaging closely with leasing agents across the KSA market.
4. Advise, with input from other JLL departments, on leasing and development of offices schemes in Saudi Arabia.
5. Our advice could cover occupier attraction, market positioning, design & amenities input, ideal delivery schemes and leasing & marketing strategies.
6. Identify new business opportunities and work closely with Head of Team to secure.
7. Input and adopt internal databases.

Sound like you?

General Competencies

• Proactive and creative.
• Bright, intelligent, fast learner, enthusiastic, motivated and outgoing.
• Honesty and Integrity – understand the importance of JLL’s core values.
• Attention to details.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Show proof of rigor and autonomy when working.
• Ability to work to meet deadlines, even when timeframes are demanding.
• First class team player with strong relationship skills – able to collaborate and develop strong relationships with clients in a multicultural environment.
• Genuine interest and passion in offices and the growth of KSA towards vision2030 and beyond.
• Clear communicator with strong presentation and language (English / Arabic) skills.
• Commitment to live and work in Riyadh with the ability to travel to other KSA cities.

Professional Competencies

• Previous background in landlord leasing in general - 3+ years’ experience preferred.
• Relevant degree in real estate / economics / business preferred.
• Good report writing skills in MS Word.
• Ability to prepare professional Power Point presentations.
• Excellent understanding of MS Excel and Word.
• Excellent Corporate English written communication.
• Must be Riyadh based.
• Knowledge of the local KSA corporate leasing market.
• Good administrative and IT skills.
• Good numeracy and analytical skills.
• Strong customer relations skills and ability to work and integrate in a busy team.
• Fluent English and Arabic spoken and written.

Other Competencies

• Be capable of managing stress & accepting constructive feedback.
• Strong diplomatic skills involving tact and discretion. Experience of dealing with corporates and VIPs.
• Strong organizational skills – ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
• Financially aware and driven.
• Ability to work on own initiative, to listen and willingness to learn.
• Accountable, comfortable and confident.
• Ability to delegate and willingness to be ‘hands on’ when required.
• Team player – maintain close working relationships with all employees whether office based or external.
• Ability to demonstrate utmost discretion when dealing with all sensitive and confidential information.
• Results and achievement orientated to high standards.

What you can expect from us

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together – across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay. We’ll offer you a competitive salary and benefits package.

Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sights and imagine where JLL can take you...

Apply today!

Location: On-site – Riyadh, SAU

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!