Manager, Industrial Consulting

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Manager for Industrial and Logistics Advisory to lead feasibility studies, development strategies for large-scale industrial parks and free zones, and coordinate with clients and stakeholders.

The role requires 4-5 years of experience, a relevant Master’s degree, strong analytical and communication skills, and willingness to travel within MEA; on-site work in Riyadh with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial advisory studies including feasibility and development strategy for industrial parks, economic/industrial zones.
• Background in market research / financial analysis.
• 4-5 years’ professional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertake industrial feasibility studies and formulate development strategies for large-scale industrial parks, free zones, and corridors.
• Assess demand using global/regional datasets and market dynamics.
• Prepare business pitches / proposals / tenders for clients.
• Collaborate with manufacturers, operators and developers to gauge market dynamics.
• Contribute to client reports and lead project delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Financial modelling

Education

Master’s degree in real estate/finance/economics/business

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (bonus)

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modelling

Job description

About JLL

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. 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 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. We are looking for a Manager for our Industrial and Logistics Advisory services, which is part of our Strategic Consulting business line.

About JLL (NYSE: JLL)

JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $18.0 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of nearly 93,000 as of June 30, 2020. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.

ME A

Across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) JLL is a leading player in the real estate and hospitality services markets. The firm has worked in 35 countries across the region and employs over 1000 internationally qualified professionals across its offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, Al Khobar, Cairo, Casablanca and Johannesburg www.jll-mena.com.

Industrial Advisory Services

The Industrial Advisory Services division of JLL MEA is a specialized practice that provides focused industrial advisory services across Middle East & Africa. We work extensively with industrial infrastructure developers, government agencies and multi-laterals, advising them on formulating implementable development strategies for industrial and logistics clusters, free zones, special economic zones, integrated industrial and economic corridors and port / airport based industrial clusters among others.

What this job involves

• Your primary role would be to work with the industrial advisory services team and undertake industrial feasibility studies, business plan formulation, formulation of realistic development strategies for large scale industrial parks, free zones, industrial corridors and special economic zones.
• Understanding of global industrial and logistics supply chains / value chains and undertake demand assessment on the basis of key sector / sub-segment level opportunities.
• Identification of industrial / warehousing opportunity sectors by utilizing global, national and regional datasets as well as understanding on the on-ground demand dynamics.
• Perform research based on global / regional industrial datasets for macro and micro-economic analysis, industrial growth forecasting and scenario-based demand assessment, then applying a variety of quantitative and qualitative analytical methods such as econometric forecasting techniques to arrive at realistic demand projections.
• Undertake detailed industrial and logistics financial assessment to establish project viability - post tax financial modelling including preparation of balance sheets / P&L statements.
• Undertake interactions / structured interviews with manufacturers / industrial operators / industrial infrastructure developers to gauge industrial market dynamics and utilize the inputs to formulate effective development strategies for the client.
• Data collation through primary as well as secondary market sources and analyse the same to generate meaningful reports and recommendations for the clients.
• Undertake on-ground market assessment / market studies.
• Preparation of business pitches / proposals / tenders for private as well as government clients.
• Contribute to the successful execution of other business development and marketing initiatives as needed.
• Produce clear, succinct write-ups to be included within industrial research reports and consulting assignments.

Desired skills and experience for this job

General Competencies

• Working with team leaders to formulate effective strategies for clients and to ensure successful project delivery.
• Fast learner, enthusiastic, motivated.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills, report writing capabilities, sound knowledge of financial modelling, preparation and delivery of presentations.
• Strong analytical background with attention to detail.
• Strong organisations skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Ability to work to meet deadlines, even when timeframes are demanding.
• Strong relationship building skills – able to collaborate with colleagues and develop strong relationships with clients.
• Clear communicator with strong presentation skills.

Professional Competencies

• High proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel - Good report writing skills in MS Word, ability to prepare succinct PowerPoint presentations and excellent understanding of MS Excel and financial modelling.
• Familiarity with various statistical & economic models used for forecasting & analysis.
• Flexibility for travel within Middle East and Africa.

Other Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; (and preferably also Arabic).
• Willingness to take on new challenges.
• Be capable of managing stress & accepting constructive feedback.

Experience

• Experience of having worked across industrial advisory studies covering feasibility / development strategy for industrial parks, economic / industrial corridors, Special Economic Zones / Free Zones, Airport / Port led industrial zones, High-tech industrial / innovation & R&D clusters, etc.
• Previous technical background in market research / financial analysis etc.
• 4 - 5 years’ professional experience preferred.

Education Qualifications

• Relevant Master’s degree in real estate / finance / economics / business preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology would be an added advantage.

What you can expect from us

We succeed together and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay.

Location

On-site -Riyadh, SAU

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.