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JLL

Director, Data Center Capital Markets

JLL, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Job Summary This position directs the marketing and sales of data center properties. Responsible for all elements of client development in commercial real estate and capital markets.

Main Responsibilities

Originate, direct the marketing, negotiate, and close real estate assignments and/or equity joint ventures for any and all types of commercial properties

Work closely with the local markets, buyers, and sellers of commercial real estate and develop significant long term relationships

Develop and maintain long term industry relationships with private and institutional owners, investors, and service providers to promote new business

Contribute to our internal web‑based database by regularly submitting memos relative to client's investment objectives and relevant facts from face‑to‑face meetings (and phone conversations) with the clients as well as industry trends

Input deal data timely into internal database and update information as deal progresses

Provide training and feedback to the Real Estate Analysts to facilitate their growth and understanding of the business

Conduct risk assessment and generate targeted returns from investments as well as coordinate the due diligence effort, and may be responsible for marketing

In some offices, directly or indirectly supervise a Production Coordinator and Real Estate Analyst(s)

Promptly notify all producers of significant RFP requests, as well as submit all deal flyers on applicable deals into internal database

Maintain and share all databases so that they can be rolled up into the firm databases on a regular basis

Promote the various service lines of the company

Lead client presentations and pitches to secure new business opportunities

Analyze market trends and provide strategic advice to clients on timing and execution of transactions

Develop and implement tailored marketing strategies for each property assignment

Experience Required

Minimum 5 years' experience in the data center industry

Minimum 5 years' experience in commercial real estate

Interpersonal skills - excellent communication skills, (i.e. listening, speaking, writing, presentation skills, etc.); able to interface with top executives

Ability to be an independent worker with a team player attitude

Candidate must be self‑motivated, team‑oriented, and capable of handling several tasks simultaneously

Strong leadership skills and commitment to a team environment are essential in this position

Proven track record of successfully closed transactions

Established network of industry relationships and strong business development capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree required; preferred major in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Business equivalent experience

MBA or other advanced degree a plus

Computer Skills

Intermediate working knowledge of Word and Excel (Office 2010 version), as well as willingness to learn additional software as needed

Familiarity with CRM systems and property databases preferred

Environment

Office - work with computers, copiers, and scanners.

This is a commissioned position.

Compensation Commission‑based role with earnings directly tied to performance.

Location On‑site - Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO

Benefits

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 for hourly employees through Daily Pay

Equal Employment Opportunity Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, for employment in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until the candidate is identified.

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