Senior Associate, Corporate Development
US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.
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Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. in New York, NY, seeks a Senior Associate in Corporate Development to support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships. You will build financial models, draft high‑level memos, and work with senior executives to shape JLL’s growth strategy in the dynamic real estate landscape.
This role is based on-site with a weekly presence in East Rutherford, NJ. The qualified candidate has 1–3 years in corporate development or related fields, strong
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree with a major in finance, economics, business administration, science, or technical field.
- 1–3 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, or management consulting focused on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, or strategic investments.
- Exceptional project management and organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey analytical insights to senior management.
- Extensive proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel modeling and PowerPoint presentation development.
- Intellectual curiosity and demonstrated interest in the commercial real estate sector.
- Ability to work autonomously with a solution-focused mindset in fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environments.
Responsibilities
- Assist senior executives with complex strategic projects including M&A transactions, joint ventures, corporate partnerships, and divestitures.
- Build sophisticated financial models utilizing various valuation techniques such as discounted cash flow analysis, public and transaction comparables, and build versus buy analysis.
- Draft executive-level memoranda, presentations, reports, and other strategic materials for internal stakeholders and external parties.
- Perform comprehensive due diligence activities and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to assess transaction opportunities and risks.
- Support transaction negotiations and structuring processes, working closely with internal and external legal counsel and professional consultants.
- Conduct industry and competitive research, including analysis of company SEC filings, market reports, and identification of attractive acquisition or partnership targets.
- Coordinate project timelines and deliverables across multiple stakeholders to ensure seamless transaction execution.
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Senior Associate, Corporate Development
Posted 2 Days Ago Full Time Less than 10 Applies
New York, NY 10017
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.
The JLL Corporate Development team is responsible for identifying, executing, and integrating mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships transactions. As a Corporate Development Associate, you will support the execution of complex strategic transactions that directly impact JLL's ability to expand market presence, enhance service capabilities, and deliver exceptional value to clients. This role provides comprehensive exposure to all aspects of transaction management, from origination through integration, while working alongside senior executives on initiatives that shape JLL's growth trajectory in the dynamic commercial real estate landscape.
- Assist senior executives with complex strategic projects including M&A transactions, joint ventures, corporate partnerships, and divestitures
- Build sophisticated financial models utilizing various valuation techniques such as discounted cash flow analysis, public and transaction comparables, and build versus buy analysis
- Draft executive-level memoranda, presentations, reports, and other strategic materials for internal stakeholders and external parties
- Perform comprehensive due diligence activities and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to assess transaction opportunities and risks
- Support transaction negotiations and structuring processes, working closely with internal and external legal counsel and professional consultants
- Conduct industry and competitive research, including analysis of company SEC filings, market reports, and identification of attractive acquisition or partnership targets
- Coordinate project timelines and deliverables across multiple stakeholders to ensure seamless transaction execution
- Undergraduate degree with a major in finance, economics, business administration, science, or technical field
- 1-3 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, or management consulting focused on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, or strategic investments
- Exceptional project management and organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to effectively convey analytical insights to senior management
- Extensive proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel modeling and PowerPoint presentation development
- Intellectual curiosity and demonstrated interest in the commercial real estate sector
- Ability to work autonomously with a solution‑focused mindset in fast‑paced, sometimes ambiguous environments
- Previous internship or project experience in real estate, finance, or consulting environments
- Familiarity with financial statement analysis and valuation methodologies
- Experience with data analysis tools and financial databases beyond standard Microsoft applications
- Knowledge of commercial real estate market dynamics, trends, and key industry players
- Exposure to transaction management processes or M&A workflows through academic or professional experiences
- Strong analytical and quantitative problem‑solving capabilities with attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex business challenges
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
120,000.00 – 140,000.00 USD per year
This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
On‑site –East Rutherford, NJ, New York, NY
- 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
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
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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 HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.
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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 Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.
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