Workplace Experience, Senior Director

Jones Lang LaSalle; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate firm is seeking a Senior Director to lead workplace experiences, combining service excellence with strategic programme management. The role involves managing complex workplace transformations, communicating with stakeholders, and ensuring excellent operational delivery. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in workplace services or a related field, strong project management skills, and proficiency in workplace technology. This on-site position is located in Greater London, offering a unique opportunity in the real estate sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in relevant fields.
• Proven track record in strategic programme implementation.
• Experience in service design and customer experience methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end programme management of workplace projects.
• Design and oversee go-live building launch and transition strategies.
• Manage feedback to measure employee sentiment and guide improvements.

Skills

Senior leadership experience in workplace services

Project management experience

Change management and stakeholder engagement

Strong communication skills

Experience with workplace technology

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Cultural sensitivity

Fluent in English

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 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.

Workplace Experience, Senior Director

Job Summary

At JLL, our goal is to provide workplace experiences that will be long remembered by our clients. This leadership role provides the opportunity to combine your passion for service excellence, team development, and operational management to create hospitality-focused workplace environments. The role is client facing and requires exceptional leadership, customer service, presentation and communication skills across all levels of the business including the C-suite, VIPs, and client employees.

Overall Role

The Experienced Mobilisation Project Lead is a strategic leadership position responsible for orchestrating complex workplace transformation initiatives from conception through post-implementation optimisation. This role requires a seasoned professional who can manage comprehensive mobilisation programmes spanning 18+ months, overseeing large-scale organisational relocations and transitions whilst ensuring seamless delivery of new workplace experiences that enhance employee satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Management (18-12 months pre go-live)

• Lead end-to-end programme management of all workplace experience project tasks.
• Develop and implement operational change management plans, creating frameworks for adopting new workplace systems and processes.
• Design workplace standards in partnership with leadership to define service delivery models, performance standards, and training frameworks.

Strategic Planning & Implementation

• Design and oversee go-live building launch and transition strategies for pre-launch, day-one, and post-launch phases.
• Provide digital experience optimisation guidance on the design and readiness of new workplace technology.
• Create comprehensive experience documentation including standards, playbooks, and journey mapping for workplace procedures and ongoing management.

Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Develop and execute communications strategies to support employee transitions during workplace changes.
• Provide move-in coordination support with detailed operational readiness plans covering pre-launch, day-one, and post-launch activities.
• Coordinate employee orientation programmes, providing frameworks for team tour planning, troubleshooting guides, and feedback collection.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Manage feedback and insights through pre- and post-launch surveys to measure employee sentiment and guide workplace improvements.
• Conduct mystery shopper audits to assess new workplace delivery and identify gaps post go-live.
• Actively participate in the JLL Experience Leadership community and platform initiatives to drive continuous improvement.

Experience and skills

• 10+ years senior leadership experience in workplace services, corporate hospitality, facility management, or related field with proven experience in strategic programme implementation
• Project / programme management experience in workplace transformation or similar complex initiatives
• Experience in service design, journey mapping, or customer experience methodologies
• Proven track record in change management and stakeholder engagement
• Experience in opening new buildings and transitioning operational services
• Background in FM operations and facilities management processes
• Strong communication and coordination skills across multiple stakeholder groups
• Experience with workplace technology implementation and optimisation
• Familiarity with hybrid/flexible working models and space utilisation metrics
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Cultural sensitivity for global workplace implementations
• Adaptability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, and Access)
• Fluent in English (both written and verbal)

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Location

On-site –London, GBR

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