Job Description

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.



Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.



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Team Overview:

the specialist European Development and Repurposing platform is a pillar of the pan-European asset management function focused on larger, more complex and higher-return developments. The Development & Repurposing team is a centre of technical and commercial expertise that allows LaSalle Europe to expertly create value (and manage risk) via development on a scale.



The team is also responsible for best practice, alignment and implementation of our Sustainability/NZC strategy on new assets across our investment strategies. The D&R team is currently composed of 7 Development & Asset Managers. The team is currently managing 14 developments/ refurbishment in 7 different countries representing a portfolio of approximately EUR 5.2 billion of Net Development Value (i.e. circ.20% of current LaSalle European AUM).

The main roles of the D&R team are:

During the capital deployment phase, work closely with the acquisition team to advise and validate deals, negotiations and assumptions,



Identify potential value creation opportunities within client portfolios to drive performance through alternative uses & repurposing, redevelopment, refurbishments,



Execute proactive asset management strategies aligned with business plans to maximise returns and ensure asset liquidity,



Lead developments across Europe through practical completion, mitigating risks throughout the process while maintaining accountability for budget and programme management.



Define and deliver leasing strategies including the negotiation of lease contracts, lease regears, renewals, rent reviews



Manage key stakeholder relationships, including regular reporting to fund management / investors and lenders,

Manage third-party relationship:

E.g. Development (development manager, project manager, design team, contractors, etc.), leasing agents, solicitors, and technical professionals.



Prepare and update asset-level business plans and budget projections.



Supervise property management operations through managing agents including invoicing, rent collection, and optimisation of building operating costs,

Prepare and manage asset sales alongside the Transaction team:

data room management, due diligence responses, and negotiations.



Advise and share knowledge of local market conditions, practices, and trends with the wider LaSalle business.

Role and Accountabilities:

We are seeking a motivated Associate to join our London team, working closely with senior colleagues on a range of high-profile City developments and core assets across the UK. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to both traditional asset management and major development projects, while building the technical, financial, and client-facing skills to progress your career. You will support senior team members across a diverse portfolio, from flagship office redevelopments in the City of London to income-producing regional assets (office and retail) in markets such as Leeds, Manchester, Cardiff, and Brighton. Over time, you will have the opportunity to step into a lead role on selected assets as you develop confidence and client-readiness. You are expected to deliver a comprehensive scope of asset management services throughout the complete asset lifecycle, from acquisition through leasing and property management operations to successful disposition.



In addition, as part of your role, you will conduct market research to understand demand for real estate products, ESG standards and markets trends, deriving opportunities for our client portfolios and new developments. You will gain extensive knowledge of project management as well as asset management developing financial analysis and negotiation skills.

Accountabilities:

Asset Management:

Assist in the management of a diverse UK portfolio (office and some retail), including day-to-day oversight, performance monitoring, and business plan execution.



Draft recommendation papers, business plans, budgets, and reports for senior review and client presentation.



Respond to ad-hoc investor requests and provide timely analysis.



Support leasing initiatives, preparing market analysis and financial assessments.



Monitor tenant engagement, ESG initiatives, and operational performance. Maintain comprehensive asset oversight: tenancy schedules, rent collection monitoring, guarantees management, Capex works, and property documentation.



Develop and update annual property budgets and strategic business plans for individual assets



Coordinate property valuations with external experts and analyse valuation reports.



Contribute to sales processes through data room preparation and due diligence monitoring.



Drive ESG performance improvements including certifications, GRESB ratings, net-zero carbon initiatives, etc.



Development Support

Contribute to the delivery of major London office redevelopments, including consultant coordination, feasibility analysis, and reporting.



Assist with development appraisals and financial modelling.



Provide support of administrative, contractual and organisational tasks (such as handling of compliance documents, full cycle handling of RFPs, contract, cost controlling and invoice approvals, etc.)



Consolidate consultant inputs (cost, programme, leasing, ESG) into structured updates.



Analysis & Reporting

Maintain up-to-date asset cash flows, lease trackers, and project action logs.



Prepare high-quality PowerPoint and Word materials for investment committees, clients, and fund managers.



Extract and collate information from multiple sources into clear, concise outputs.



Administration & Organisation

Manage key project documentation, meeting notes, and follow-up actions.



Support billing and consultant invoice processes.



Support of annual Property Insurance renewal process by collecting and aggregating data



Support the implementation of new tools and technology solutions

Monitoring of tenant data (IT based:

GENIE): regular data validation and follow-up on rent collection in close cooperation with Property Manager.



Candidate Profile

Experience:

2-4 years in real estate, ideally within asset management, surveying, investment, valuation, or development. RICS qualified (or similar) preferred.

Technical skills:

Strong Excel and basic financial modelling skills; familiarity with ARGUS or similar desirable.



Excellent PowerPoint and report-writing skills.

Knowledge:

Exposure to a mix of property disciplines (asset management, leasing, valuation, or development).



Strong negotiating skills.

Personal qualities:

Outgoing, collaborative, and able to take initiative proactively.



Able to handle both high-level analysis and day-to-day admin with equal professionalism.



Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written format.



Ability to work collaboratively with other internal teams including portfolio/fund teams and analysts, finance, strategy and client services.



Excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously.



Able to balance excellent attention to detail with proactive problem solving.



Proactive, able to bring new ideas.



Rigorous and taste for details.



Ambitions to learn and progress.



What We Offer

Exposure to high-profile City of London development projects.



Opportunity to take ownership of selected core/regional assets as capability grows.

A role with breadth:

financial analysis, strategic input, client reporting, and on-the-ground asset management.



Exposure to international projects and multi-cultural teams.



A role in an experienced professional team.



A friendly and supportive work environment.



Competitive package and clear career development opportunities.



LaSalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community



If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. 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.



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 honored 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.