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.
What this opportunity involves:
JLL is seeking a smart, capable, and business-savvy professional to join our Project and Development Services team in Melbourne as an Associate Director in JLL Design Solutions. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead and shape high-profile design projects while mentoring the next generation of designers.
Overview of the role: Manage all phases of design projects from initiation to closure, ensuring effective coordination and maximizing outcomes for all stakeholders. Collaborate with Design Directors, junior designers, and other stakeholders to develop and implement innovative design concepts. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering their professional growth and encouraging comprehensive documentation across projects. Demonstrate superior communication skills (both written and verbal) to build and maintain successful relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members. Utilize excellent time management and organizational skills to deliver coordinated design management services in a fast-paced environment. Maintain a high-level overview of design across various sites, exploring all options to present the best solutions to clients. Understand and apply financial models to streamline project delivery and mitigate risks throughout the design and documentation process. Work closely with project management teams to ensure integrated design coordination across all consultants, managing RFIs effectively. Sound like you? This is what we're looking for: Deep expertise in interior design principles, trends, and concepts, with the ability to create innovative and visually appealing designs. Strong creative vision and ability to translate it into impactful interior design concepts. Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and visual (hand sketch and/or digital), to effectively convey design ideas to clients, stakeholders, and team members. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clients, architects, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution. Keen awareness of Australian and international design trends, suppliers, and the ability to apply design thinking methodology. Comprehensive project experience from concept design through construction documentation and on-site implementation, demonstrated by a strong portfolio. Ability to prepare and review documentation in accordance with the National Construction Code and relevant standards. Strong project management skills to oversee multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery. Solid understanding of the interior design industry, including market trends, client preferences, and competitive landscape. What you can expect from us:
You'll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.
As an organisation, we don't just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World's Most Ethical Companies. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
Interested candidates, please apply following the link below quoting job reference number REQ396437.
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.#J-18808-Ljbffr