Senior Director, Programs

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 203,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Comprehensive medical care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Early access to wages

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking a Senior Director for Account Strategy & Operations to lead and drive operational excellence across portfolio performance. Your role will involve acting as a strategic partner to the Account Director, enhancing client outcomes and facilitating long-term value creation.

The position requires 12+ years of leadership experience, focusing on financial oversight and complex problem-solving to improve portfolio performance while managing executive

Qualifications

• 12+ years of leadership experience in operational and financial performance.
• Strong expertise in budget management and driving value creation.
• Ability to develop complex strategies aligning business goals.

Responsibilities

• Drive account strategy, operational excellence, and client satisfaction.
• Lead governance, performance management, and business reviews.
• Build and lead a high-performing leadership team.

Skills

Leadership experience

Financial oversight

Strategic vision

Client relationship management

Complex problem solving

Job description

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.

Role Overview

The Senior Director, Account Strategy & Operations serves as the senior leadership partner to the Account Director, helping drive account strategy, operational excellence, portfolio performance, and client satisfaction across a complex corporate real estate portfolio. This role provides leadership across key portfolio service functions, including Transaction Management, Occupancy Planning, Lease Administration, and Technology/Business Intelligence, while driving business operations, governance, transformation initiatives, talent development, and executive stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Account Leadership & Strategy

Act as a strategic delegate for the Account Director, representing account leadership in executive discussions, governance forums, and key decision-making activities. Drive execution of account priorities by aligning portfolio, operational, financial, and people strategies Champion initiatives that create mutual benefit for clients and the organization, focusing on long-term value creation rather than short-term wins Partner with account leadership to uncover opportunities that expand value, enhance client outcomes, and grow the account through innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic initiatives.

Portfolio Services Leadership

Provide strategic leadership across portfolio service functions, aligning resources, priorities, and service-line objectives to support client business goals and portfolio strategies. Drive integration across service lines to deliver a seamless client experience. Leverage data, analytics, and technology solutions to improve portfolio performance and support decision-making. Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.

Client Relationship Management

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions and advancing business objectives. Lead executive-level business reviews, governance meetings, and strategic planning sessions building deep, trust-based relationships. Proactively manage client expectations regarding service delivery, portfolio performance, and ongoing transformation initiatives. Translate complex operational, financial, and technical portfolio data into clear, business cases and strategic narratives for client executives.

Business Operations & Governance

Lead account governance, performance management, and business reviews to drive accountability, informed decision-making, and achievement of client and business objectives. Define, measure, and lead transformation initiatives that advance operational maturity, process optimization, change management, and service delivery excellence across the account. Manage portfolio planning and financial performance by overseeing business line reviews, forecasting, budgeting, contractual compliance, and strategic recommendations that drive value creation and long-term account success.

Talent & Team Leadership

Build and lead a high-performing leadership team through talent development, performance management, succession planning, and organizational design. Foster an environment where team members are encouraged to challenge the status quo, provide feedback, and experiment with new approaches to improve results.

Experience & Qualifications

12+ years of leadership experience driving operational and financial performance across large-scale client accounts, business units, or complex service organizations.

Strategic Vision

Ability to develop, recommend, and implement complex strategies that align workplace, facilities, and operational objectives with broader business goals.

Financial Acumen

Strong expertise in financial oversight, budget management, forecasting, cost-benefit analysis, and driving operational efficiency and value creation across multiple business lines.

Complex Problem Solving

Demonstrated ability to assess and resolve complex operational, organizational, and strategic challenges arising from evolving business needs, stakeholder priorities, and market conditions.

Executive Stakeholder Leadership

Build executive relationships, influence key decisions, resolve escalations, and drive alignment across client and JLL leadership.

Organizational Leadership

Lead cross-functional teams, establish accountability, and drive execution of strategic and operational priorities in a matrixed environment.

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

Expected Compensation

203,000.00 – 295,000.00 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 – Wichita, KS

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

Company Values & Diversity Statement

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you’re pursuing.

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About Us

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