Americas Head of FP&A and Strategic Initiatives

JLL•Chicago, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL 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. As the Head of FP&A and Strategic Initiatives for Americas Leasing Advisory, you'll serve as a strategic finance leader driving both operational excellence and transformational change across JLL's Leasing business. This role uniquely combines responsibility for core financial planning and analysis with leadership of high-impact strategic initiatives that shape the future direction of the business. You'll partner directly with the Americas Leasing CEO, COO, and Executive Committee to translate data into actionable insights, optimize financial performance, and execute complex cross-functional projects that strengthen JLL's competitive position in the market. Leading a high-performing team, you'll establish best-in-class FP&A frameworks while simultaneously driving strategic initiatives around broker economics, market positioning, and business transformation. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic finance leader who thrives at the intersection of rigorous financial analysis and business strategy execution, with the scope to make measurable impact on a multi-billion dollar business.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CFA strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, management consulting, or related finance and strategy roles with demonstrated strategic impact
Proven track record leading strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects that delivered measurable business results in complex, matrixed organizations
Extensive experience building sophisticated financial models, business cases, and strategic analyses to support executive-level decision-making and drive business performance
Significant experience managing and developing high-performing finance teams in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Demonstrated ability to serve as trusted strategic advisor and business partner to senior executives, translating financial insights into actionable business strategies
Strong executive presence with exceptional communication skills to influence stakeholders and facilitate strategic discussions at the highest levels of the organization
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in commercial real estate, professional services, or other talent-intensive industries with understanding of service business economics
Knowledge of broker or producer business models, talent economics, compensation structures, and incentive design in professional services environments
Familiarity with real estate market dynamics, leasing advisory operations, and competitive landscape in the commercial real estate industry
Experience implementing financial planning systems, business intelligence platforms, or analytics tools to enhance FP&A capabilities and drive process automation
Track record of successful change management and organizational transformation in support of strategic initiatives
Advanced proficiency in data visualization, analytics platforms, and financial planning technologies beyond traditional Excel and PowerPoint capabilities
Experience conducting market intelligence analysis, competitive assessments, and strategic positioning work in collaboration with research or strategy functions

Responsibilities

Lead comprehensive FP&A processes including annual planning, quarterly forecasting, and monthly financial reporting, partnering with Leasing Local Finance leaders to deliver actionable business intelligence and strategic insights to the Americas Leasing Executive Committee
Drive strategic initiatives and business transformation projects across the Leasing organization, conducting broker lifecycle analysis, developing capital allocation strategies, optimizing incentive structures, and leading market intelligence assessments to identify competitive advantages and growth opportunities
Serve as strategic advisor to senior leadership, facilitating executive decision-making forums and translating complex financial data into clear strategic recommendations on investments, market expansion, resource allocation, and competitive positioning
Develop sophisticated financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases to evaluate new opportunities, assess market dynamics, and support strategic recommendations on service offerings, go-to-market strategies, and broker productivity enhancement initiatives
Manage complex cross-functional workstreams involving Operations, Technology, HR, Total Rewards, Legal, and Corporate functions, establishing governance frameworks to monitor progress, drive accountability, and ensure successful implementation of strategic initiatives
Build and mentor a high-performing FP&A team, providing coaching and professional development while fostering a culture of analytical excellence, intellectual curiosity, and strategic thinking that positions Finance as a key business enabler
Drive innovation in financial planning capabilities through automation, advanced analytics, data visualization tools, and business intelligence platforms, continuously enhancing the efficiency and strategic value of FP&A operations