Communications Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking a Communications Manager to lead strategy development and execution for a global real estate services team. You will steer cross-functional projects, mentor staff, and shape the brand across web, presentations, newsletters, and videos from our Seattle operations.

The role requires expertise in communications strategy, stakeholder management, and project leadership, with experience in remote/global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Degree in design, art, marketing, writing, business admin or equivalent required.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and expert PowerPoint/SharePoint customization.
• Proven experience in communications strategy and independent execution of complex initiatives.
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership with stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies across web pages, presentations, newsletters, videos, and marketing materials.
• Lead cross-functional project teams, managing timelines and budgets for major initiatives.
• Pioneer adoption of emergent communication technologies and design trends.
• Create templates and frameworks to enhance global collaboration and mentor colleagues.
• Oversee content management and optimize targeted communications to employees and stakeholders.

Skills

Communications strategy

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Design, Art, Marketing, Writing, Business Administration, Social Communications, or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

PowerPoint

SharePoint

HTML email design

Job description

Communications Manager – 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.

What this job involves

This strategic role requires specialized expertise in communications strategy development and execution, combining advanced creative capabilities with business acumen to drive engagement across multiple platforms. You'll interpret complex business challenges, develop innovative solutions, and lead projects to enhance our brand presence while building cohesion within a newly formed 700-person team.

What your day-to-day will look like

Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that address complex business challenges and drive measurable engagement outcomes across web pages, presentations, newsletters, videos, and marketing materials.

Lead cross-functional project teams, managing timelines and budgets for high-impact communication initiatives including town halls, training programs, and executive meetings.

• Pioneer adoption of emerging communication technologies and design trends, establishing innovative approaches that differentiate our services.

Create sophisticated, user-friendly templates and presentation frameworks that enhance global team collaboration while mentoring colleagues on best practices.

Oversee complex design and upload processes for all project materials, establishing content management best practices.

Execute and optimize targeted communications to employees and stakeholders, interpreting business metrics and recommending strategic improvements.

Create and maintain the account's SharePoint page, serving as the primary communication platform and centralized repository for forms and templates.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Design, Art, Marketing, Writing, Business Administration, Social Communications, or equivalent work experience with portfolio of work and references required.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and expert-level Microsoft Office skills with advanced PowerPoint and SharePoint customization capabilities.
• Specialized expertise in communications strategy with ability to work independently on complex initiatives requiring innovative solutions.
• Proven project management and team leadership experience with track record of managing moderate resource allocations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with ability to influence and negotiate across organizational levels.
• Strong business acumen with experience aligning communication strategies with commercial objectives.
• Cultural sensitivity and proven effectiveness in global, remote environments with diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• User Experience (UX) design expertise and HTML email design and creation experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in a communications role.
• Experience with animation and video production tools.
• Website and landing page design experience.
• Familiarity with social media and internal communication tools like Nudge and Teams.
• Analytical mindset with ability to measure communication effectiveness and optimize strategies based on performance data.
• Demonstrated mentoring and staff development capabilities with experience establishing replicable processes.

Visa and Work Authorization

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Compensation

Expected compensation for this position: 145,300.00 – 210,700.00 USD per year. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location

Remote – Seattle, WA

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Background Check and Personal Information Policy

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Company Overview

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY through JLL.

JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.