Sr. Occupancy Planner

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*Please note: This is a hybrid position with an expectation of working on-site 3 days a week

What this job involves - As a Senior Occupancy Planner, you will be responsible for fostering partnerships with both the client’s Real Estate Organization and end users to cultivate innovative space solutions. You will ensure consistent delivery of planning services and effectively managing and reporting occupancy data within the parameters of the client's workplace programs and strategy. Operating within a dynamic and forward-thinking culture, you will leverage your expertise in the creation of occupancy scenario and collaborative workplace practices to offer comprehensive solution options for intricate occupancy issues. This role requires three days (3) of onsite presence weekly.

Fostering relationships

Excellent at building relationships and client-focused through exceptional stakeholder management and communication (verbal & non-verbal) abilities. You will foster critical relationships between various individuals and organizations, ensuring coordination and collaboration among different JLL businesses while managing complex stakeholder expectations across multiple organizational levels.

Dynamic

Ability to go above and beyond to help with any tasks that might come your way and solve problems effectively using  problem solving skills  and  decision making skills . Thinking strategically, simplifying the complex, seeing the big picture, and supporting results are key requirements of the job. You should thrive on change with guidance from senior team members, be proactive and innovative with solutions while contributing to team objectives.

Delivering Occupancy Solutions

Attentive to detail and accuracy - particularly numbers and spatial creativity. You will support planning and managing portfolios, as well as maximizing space utilization while assisting clients in their migration plans, group, and individual moves. This involves preparing and updating project status reports on actual versus projected seat demand, reporting on current supply and capacity, and forecasting inventory changes. You will support organizational leadership in identifying space requirements, apply space utilization methods, and assist clients in reconciling discrepancies from top-down projections. Utilize business knowledge and critical thinking to analyze complex data and support strategic Corporate Real Estate decision making.

A communication champion

Demonstrate strong verbal and non-verbal  communication (verbal & non-verbal)  skills through effective written communication, active listening, and ability to engage with various organizational levels. Apply  stakeholder management  skills to build positive relationships with individuals and organizations while supporting coordination and collaboration among different JLL businesses under guidance from senior team members.

Tech-Savvy

You have  critical thinking  skills and can tell compelling stories through data analysis. Success requires strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, complex calculations) and understanding of floor plans. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to consolidate data and floor plans into clear PowerPoint presentations for client support will be highly valuable, along with experience with CAFM/IWMS software.

Required Qualifications:

- 5-7 years of experience in corporate environment, preferably in strategic space / occupancy planning

- Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, Design or a related field.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, cell calculations) and Microsoft Power Point

- Proficiency in CAFM/IWMS software

- Experience with AutoCAD for basic test-fits and square foot calculations

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

- Strategic thinking and big-picture perspective

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

Expected compensation for this position:

154,000.00 – 181,500.00 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:

On-site –San Francisco, CA

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

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 include:

- 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

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