Senior Director, Greater China
JLL
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.
Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.
How We support the Whole You:
Our benefits are a good reason to come to JLL.
We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry, and then empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their health, financial and personal well-being. Our underlying benefits philosophy is this: be fair to our people and provide opportunities for those who take advantage of our programs and resources to lower their health costs and increase their personal and financial security.
Benefits to eligible employees, include:
Medical benefit plan includes clinical, hospital & surgical, dental, and optical benefits
Family medical plan that covers spouse and children
Disability and life insurance
Additional leave includes marriage leave, adoption leave, examination leave and study leave
Staff referral bonus
Location: Hong Kong On-site
What this job involves
Leadership
Ensures the account team is high performing
Evaluate individual training and performance and suggested area of focus and improvement when necessary
Responsible for monitoring and managing staff performance with criteria set in Individual Performance Management Plans and ensure each staff member meets the agreed level of performance
Hire, attract and retain a team of top talented employees; improve team performance through regular coaching and feedback; provide recognition
Client/Stakeholder Management
The single point of Management Control for FM and Engineering operations in the client sites - day to day client liaison and relationship management
Monthly/quarterly/annual reporting for the clients.
Accountable for the service delivery to meet contractual obligations of Jones Lang LaSalle
Financial Management
Assist the client with the development and maintenance of property budgets and forecasts in accordance with the financial timetable
Be responsible for achievement of the agreed financial targets for the account; spending, expenses and budget targets
Responsible for collection of fees from client and tracking of outstanding payments
Responsible for on time vendor payment and tracking
Ensure recording of financial information for client reporting & expense monitoring purposes
Contract and Vendor Management
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Ensure adherence to the client contract, understand the Facilities Management scope, contract and develop specific processes, if necessary
Responsible for the achievement of key performance indicators, service levels and other measures as contracted
Implement and manage the change control process
Manage the governance process for the account
Manage vendor procurement processes and ensure timely contract execution, negotiation, including preparation of tender documentation and preparation of contracts in accordance with agreed guidelines.
Ensure the Contract Management Database is up to date at all times
Manage vendor induction, training and track vendor performance as required
Facilities and Hospitality Management
Work in conjunction with the local / regional client to develop a Strategic business plan for the delivery of the services
Ensure Standard and Emergency Operating Procedures and Inventory records for all services are up to date
Ensuring the hospitality services level is 5-STAR level , including the receptionist, catering and in house event management
Manage the facilities helpdesk response and rectification procedures
Supervision of repair and maintenance works, assist in coordination of churn activity
Project management of small renovation or refurbishment projects including defects rectification
Responsible for all aspects of Environmental Health and Safety in relation to delivery of the services
Responsible to liaise with client to comply the Environment Management System operations requirement and activities
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Risk Management:
Constant update of risk tracker
Constant review of site operation to identify and mitigate risks
Monitor a Planned Preventive Maintenance plan
Ensuring up to date information on Client’s Property Services SharePoint
Implement best practices through liaising with internal and external JLL stakeholders
Implement savings initiatives, including tracking savings
Communicate operating philosophy, objectives and expectations to the onsite facilities management teams through monthly meeting
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Advise and support clients and JLL team across a range of facilities management issues including:
Planning, operations and maintenance service delivery.
Preparing and managing operational budgets and savings.
Conduct facilities management operations audits when necessary
Work with the JLL Engineer, vendors and JLL technical team to determine incident root cause analysis, trouble shooting and possible solutions to technical problems
Review incident reports for accuracy
Implementation of service task, procedures and policies
Communicate with JLL staff on JLL HQ directive and regional instruction
Critical Environment Management
Ensure Standard and Emergency Operating Procedures, Inventory and Asset records for critical environments are up to date
Ensure 52 week planner for CEM equipment is up to date at all times
Ensure change management notices are submitted timely in advance
Receive and react to after-hours escalation as needed
Interested? An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications
Desired experience and technical skills
Required
Ideal Experience
Minimum 8 years’ experience in Corporate Real Estate, Facilities and or Property Management industry
Tertiary qualifications in Hospitality and/or Facilities Management will be advantageous
Has experience in handling client and/or firm sensitivities’ knowing when to escalate with urgency, or how to de-escalate certain risks
Has handled a P&L
Critical Competencies for Success
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Technical Competence
Understands all Technical Processes and impact on delivery services (SOW)
Running of schedules, budgets, contracts, invoices, processes
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Quest for Excellence
Account delivery optimization and continuous improvement
Performance Management of the delivery team
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Problem Solving & Strategic Thinking
Capacity to deal with ambiguity and solve complex problems effectively
Analytical, proven ability to solve problems using an objective approach
Proven ability to employ holistic approaches and looks at long term solutions
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Project Management & Organizational Skills
Excellent planning & organizational skills to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines
Other Personal Characteristics
Demonstrated superior client relationship skills – able to interact face to face with internal and external clients
Strong understanding of facilities management and technical aspects of property and an ability to translate that understanding into advice
Acumen in financial planning and management
Excellent planning and organisational skills to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines
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Demonstrated superior people management skills
Demonstrate and ensure to instil a culture in the team that match our ‘I am JLL’ core behaviours and values of being an Expert, Proactive, Innovative, Versatile, Team Player and valuing the Customer
Ability to lead team effectively, train them well and promote open, constructive and collaborative relationships at all levels
Strong communicator – good presentation skills and possesses strong verbal & written communication skills (English & local language); also an active listener
Self-motivated and confident, Gravitas
Flexible – able to adapt and effectively deal with rapidly changing, stressful situations
Proven ability to initiate and follow through with improvement initiatives
Able to work independently and be a team player
Exhibits honesty & trustworthiness
Strong customer service focus
Visionary, Clarity, Inspiration, Perspective, Oversight
Energy, Pacing, Focus, Excitement
Sound like you? To apply you will have:
Tertiary qualifications in property, building or facilities management required.
8 years or more relevant working experience
Experience in Facilities Management is required
Be Customer Service focus and able to generate innovative strategy
Excellent people skills and ability to interact with a wide range of internal stakeholders and demands
Possess sound knowledge of Occupational Safety requirements
Strong PC literacy and proven ability to manage daily activities using various systems including MS Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement initiatives and saving mindset highly desirable
Ability to manage multiple key stakeholders at once
Fluent spoken and written English is a must
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!
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do, and we’re honoured to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
Location:
On-site –Hong Kong, SAR, ChinaIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
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