Global Programme Manager

JLL; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Global Programme Manager to lead large-scale, cross-functional programs within a global client account. You will translate strategic direction into executable program plans and ensure disciplined delivery using established PM methodologies.

The role requires advanced program management capabilities, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, global environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of program management or project delivery experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and dependencies in a matrixed environment; able to influence without authority and drive programs to completion independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with keen attention to detail.
• Adaptable and flexible in response to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Track record of building trusted partnerships and delivering results across diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with program management tools (i.e. Asana).

Responsibilities

• Theatre Program Governance: Implement standardized methodologies, tools, and governance frameworks.
• Program Planning & Execution: Support delivery of key account initiatives as determined and agreed with the Account Leadership Team and client partner.
• Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement: Report and maintain program-level metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track progress, outcomes, and risks.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with senior leaders, business unit heads, and regional teams to understand priorities and constraints.
• Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks, issues, dependencies, and interdependencies across program workstreams and resolve conflicts that could impact delivery.
• Communication & Reporting: Lead program reviews, status reporting, and decision-making forums, accommodating regional requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Asana

Job description

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Our people at JLL 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 peopleand 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.

Global Programme Manager

Role Overview

The Program Manager supports the Project Management Office (PMO) Leader in the execution, governance, and delivery of large-scale, complex programs across a global client account. This role is responsible for translating strategic direction into structured, executable program plans and ensuring disciplined delivery through established program management methodologies.

The successful candidate will bring advanced program management capabilities, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, global environment.

Day-to-day

Theatre Program Governance

• Implement standardized methodologies, tools, and governance frameworks
• Ensure compliance with organizational program management standards and contribute to continuous improvement
• Maintain program documentation and knowledge management systems

Program Planning & Execution

• Support delivery of key account initiatives as determined and agreed with the Account Leadership Team and client partner
• Ensure programs align with organizational strategic objectives and deliver measurable business outcomes
• Coordinate cross-functional program teams, including dedicated SMEs and BI specialists, and manage resource allocation across concurrent initiatives

Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement

• Report and maintain program-level metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track progress, outcomes, and risks
• Apply lessons learned and performance insights to improve current and future initiatives

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with senior leaders, business unit heads, and regional teams to understand priorities and constraints
• Facilitate steering meetings, working sessions, and stakeholder reviews as needed

Risk & Change Management

• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks, issues, dependencies, and interdependencies across program workstreams and resolve conflicts that could impact delivery
• Develop contingency plans and escalation procedures with leadership
• Support change activities to promote adoption and minimize disruption

Communication & Reporting

• Lead program reviews, status reporting, and decision-making forums, accommodating regional requirements
• Manage expectations and maintain clear, consistent communication across programs and the PMO organization
• Prepare presentations and materials outlining program status, business impacts, and recommendations
• Ensure timely completion of required PMO and corporate reporting, including quarterly status updates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of program management or project delivery experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and dependencies in a matrixed environment; able to influence without authority and drive programs to completion independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with keen attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible in response to changing priorities and deadlines
• Track record of building trusted partnerships and delivering results across diverse stakeholders
• Experience with program management tools (i.e. Asana)

Preferred Qualifications

• Program or Project Management certification (PMP, PgMP, MSP, or equivalent)
• Experience working within a PMO or enterprise delivery environment

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Location

On-site –Amsterdam, NLD, Krakow, POL, Madrid, ESP, Oslo, NOR

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