Client Finance Director

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior financial leader to drive strategic direction and client relationship management in London. This role involves overseeing financial planning, analysis, and compliance while managing a team to ensure high service delivery standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial leadership, a strong understanding of estate management, and excellent analytical and communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will shape the future of real estate, and enjoy a collaborative environment that values diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of senior financial leadership experience required.
• Strong understanding of estate management processes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice and manage client relationships.
• Oversee budget setting and financial reporting across regions.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

MBA

Bachelor in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Horizon

JD Edwards

Job description

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 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.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Direction & Client Relationship Management

• Provide clear direction and strategic financial advice to the leadership & extended leadership team.
• Act as primary liaison with the client's global financial lead.
• Develop and manage client/business unit relationships, ensuring consistent service delivery across regions within scope and budget.
• Encourage teamwork, functional integration, financial transparency, cooperation, and performance excellence.

Financial Planning and Analysis (Client and JLL)

• Oversee regional team activities related to annual budget setting and quarterly forecasting.
• Ensure timely, accurate financial information is provided to management.
• Understand the client's accounting structure and systems, translating knowledge for smooth financial data flow.
• Develop and deliver timely financial reports across all regions.
• Coordinate cost-saving initiatives and track their progress.
• Consolidate JLL's global profitability plans and forecasts.

Invoice Payment & Processing

• Manage regional invoice processing and payments, including rental payments and incidental revenues, ensuring legal compliance.
• Coordinate invoice processing and monitor working capital.
• Identify process improvements and standardization opportunities.

Controls, Compliance & Audit

• Maintain controls and systems to ensure transaction integrity.
• Develop policies and procedures for financial services.
• Ensure data integrity across systems and audit readiness.

Team Management

• Train finance staff in relevant systems and data extraction.
• Structure the team to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Manage and coach the team, fostering high morale and clear goals.
• Promote teamwork and best practice sharing.
• Maintain a unified support function approach.

Requirements

• Recognized accounting designation and/or MBA preferred; 7-10 years of senior financial leadership or a bachelor's in accounting/finance plus 15+ years of experience.
• Strong understanding of estate management/lease administration processes.
• Experience in business partnering and client service.
• Excellent analytical, relationship management, and organizational skills.
• Global or international experience essential.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint; experience with Horizon and JD Edwards is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and values; desire to work in a diverse, collaborative environment.

Location

On-site - London, GBR

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