Occupancy & Space Workstream Lead

JLL; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking an Occupancy and Workspace Workstream Lead for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on optimizing the client’s real estate portfolio by leading occupancy planning, analyzing space utilization, and driving workplace transformation initiatives in alignment with Vision 2030.

You will manage data gathering, baseline establishment, and cross-functional coordination with technology and facilities teams to deliver space solutions across multiple sites in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Architecture, Interior Design, Facilities Management, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications (LEED, IFMA, CoreNet Global) preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive occupancy planning, space management, workplace strategy, or corporate real estate experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Experience in or with organizations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or broader GCC region strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Occupancy and Workspace Workstream for the client's account in KSA, serving as the primary point of contact for occupancy planning and space optimization.
• Gather, validate, and establish baseline occupancy and workspace data across the KSA office portfolio.
• Coordinate with the Technology Team on deployment and optimization of the MREF Platform Module for Occupancy & Space Management.
• Establish and maintain space budgets, stack plans, and test fits for office buildings.
• Collaborate with portfolio management, data analytics and technology teams to provide integrated insights for space decisions.
• Identify space opportunities and scenario planning to balance cost efficiency and employee experience.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or related field

LEED/IFMA/CoreNet Global certifications preferred

Tools

MREF Platform

Job description

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Occupancy and Workspace Workstream Lead - KSA

Position Overview

The Occupancy and Workspace Workstream Lead plays a critical role in optimizing the client's real estate portfolio across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This position is responsible for leading workplace and occupancy planning initiatives by analyzing space utilization data, occupancy trends, and planning scenarios to maximize operational efficiency and support the client's strategic real estate objectives. Working closely with cross-functional teams, this role translates complex data insights into actionable recommendations that align with the client's evolving workplace needs and Vision 2030 transformation initiatives.

Location

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

Key Responsibilities

• Workstream Leadership & Client Partnership Lead the Occupancy and Workspace Workstream for the client's account in KSA, serving as the primary point of contact for all occupancy planning and space optimization matters. Develop and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders to understand business requirements, growth plans, and workplace transformation goals aligned with Saudi Arabia's evolving business landscape.
• Data Management & Baseline Establishment Gather, validate, and establish comprehensive baseline occupancy and workspace data across the client's KSA office portfolio. Collate and record detailed occupancy metrics, space allocation data, and associated cost information for all office buildings. Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with local reporting requirements and international standards.
• Technology Platform Coordination Coordinate with the client and JLL Technology Team on the deployment and optimization of the MREF Platform Module for Occupancy & Space Management. Serve as the workstream liaison for system implementation, user training, and ongoing platform enhancements to ensure effective utilization of technology solutions.
• Space Planning & Design Support Establish and maintain space budgets, stack plans, and test fits for office buildings across the portfolio. Support space planning initiatives that reflect local market conditions, cultural workplace preferences, and emerging trends in KSA's commercial real estate sector. Ensure planning scenarios accommodate flexibility for future growth and organizational changes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner effectively with portfolio management, data analytics, and technology teams to provide integrated insights that support informed space decision‑making. Collaborate with workplace strategy, facility management, and project delivery teams to ensure seamless execution of occupancy planning initiatives.
• Opportunity Identification & Scenario Planning Proactively identify available space opportunities, consolidation potential, and optimization scenarios across the portfolio. Develop and evaluate multiple space planning scenarios that balance cost efficiency, employee experience, and operational requirements. Support business case development for space rationalization or expansion projects.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting Monitor occupancy levels, utilization trends, and space efficiency metrics on an ongoing basis. Develop regular reporting dashboards and presentations that communicate key insights to client leadership. Track performance against established benchmarks and industry standards relevant to the KSA market.
• Data Analysis & Insights Maintain, interpret, and analyze data related to employee locations, shared workspace utilization, hoteling arrangements, and space changes over time. Identify patterns, trends, and anomalies that inform strategic recommendations. Provide data-driven insights that support workplace transformation and real estate portfolio optimization.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Architecture, Interior Design, Facilities Management, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (LEED, IFMA, CoreNet Global) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in occupancy planning, space management, workplace strategy, or corporate real estate, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role. Experience working in or with organizations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or broader GCC region strongly preferred. Demonstrated track record of managing complex, multi-site portfolios.