Retail Consultant - KSA

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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 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.

What this job involves

1. Working within the retail consulting team on retail-related projects across the MENA region.
2. Assist the team on client assignments, key tasks include market research, data analysis, report execution, presentations, and participation in internal and external meetings.
3. Preparation of client pitches, presentations, proposals, and report assignments.
4. Drafting, coordinating, and managing the execution of a proposal in response to a client RFP or request.
5. Market research (desk-based and on-ground), development brief, financial model, and report drafting and execution.
6. Attending meetings, which involves traveling in certain instances, to support ongoing jobs, workshops, and presentations.
7. Contribute to the successful execution of other business development and marketing initiatives as needed.
8. Make active contributions to JLL’s public quarterly research reports for the KSA. While the focus will be KSA based work, some assignments may require travel within the region, i.e., Middle East & North Africa, subject to travel advisory warnings as per JLL EMEA Policy.
9. The role will require knowledge of the retail industry in general and the different market dynamics of the GCC countries.

Minimum Requirements

1. Minimum 2 years’ experience in retail companies (retailers or retail developers) or “big four” is an advantage.
2. Reporting to the retail consulting lead.

Sound like you?

General Competencies

1. Proactive and creative.
2. Bright, intelligent, fast learner, enthusiastic, motivated, and outgoing.
3. Honesty and Integrity – understand the importance of JLL’s core values.
4. Attention to details.
5. Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize.
6. Show proof of rigor and autonomy when working. Ability to work to meet deadlines, even when timeframes are demanding.
7. First-class team player with strong relationship skills – able to collaborate and develop strong relationships with clients in a multicultural environment.
8. Clear communicator with strong presentation skills.
9. Commitment to live and work in Riyadh.

Professional Competencies

1. Previous technical background in retail in general and shopping malls - 2 years’ experience preferred.
2. Knowledge of local retailers and developers and how they operate.
3. Relevant degree in finance/economics/business preferred/Architecture and design.
4. Good report writing skills in MS Word.
5. Ability to prepare succinct PowerPoint presentations.
6. Excellent understanding of MS Excel and financial modeling.
7. Corporate written communication.
8. Must be Riyadh based.
9. Knowledge of the local KSA retail market.
10. Good administrative and IT skills.
11. Good numeracy and analytical skills.
12. Strong customer relations skills and ability to work and integrate in a busy team.
13. Fluent English and Arabic spoken and written.

Other Competencies

1. Be capable of managing stress & accepting constructive feedback.
2. Strong diplomatic skills involving tact and discretion. Experience of dealing with VIPs and VVIPs.
3. Strong organizational skills – ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
4. Financially aware.
5. Ability to work on own initiative, to listen, and willingness to learn.
6. Comfortable and confident.
7. Ability to delegate and willingness to be ‘hands-on’ when required.
8. Team player – maintain close working relationships with all employees whether site-based or external.
9. Ability to demonstrate utmost discretion when dealing with all sensitive and confidential information.
10. Results and achievement-oriented 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.