Strategic Account Director – Growth & Leadership

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Daily Pay/early wage access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago, IL seeks an Account Director for on-site leadership of major client relationships within the Work Dynamics framework. The role drives client value, team performance, and financial outcomes across facilities management and CRE services.

Expected compensation ranges from $180,000 to $200,000 USD per year, reflecting executive leadership responsibilities and strategic oversight of a Fortune 500–level portfolio.

Qualifications

• Seasoned leader with 10+ years of Facility Management and Commercial Real Estate executive leadership experience.
• Extensive experience hiring, training, and retaining large teams (100+).
• Has proactively managed a budget.
• Bachelor’s degree with a broad range of business experience; MBA or post-graduate studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exceeding Client Expectations: articulate a compelling account plan and drive high‑quality results to secure future renewals.
• Building High Performance Teams: hire top talent, develop career plans, advance diversity and inclusion goals.
• Achieving Financial Results: present annual account plan, manage budget, expand revenue opportunities, monitor receivables below 60 days.

Skills

Executive leadership

Team management

Budget management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or related studies

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago, IL seeks an Account Director for on-site leadership of major client relationships within the Work Dynamics framework. The role drives client value, team performance, and financial outcomes across facilities management and CRE services.

Expected compensation ranges from $180,000 to $200,000 USD per year, reflecting executive leadership responsibilities and strategic oversight of a Fortune 500–level portfolio.