Compliance Product Owner

JLL • Chicago, IL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

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. What this job involves As a key member of the Global Ethics & Compliance team, this role leads product management and strategic alignment for JLL's multi-year Anti Financial Crime (AFC) transformation program. You will serve as the primary bridge between Ethics & Compliance (E&C) and Technology teams, managing the product roadmap for AFC applications to facilitate the department delivering on regulatory compliance and operational excellence across JLL's global operations. This position combines strategic product ownership with hands-on tactical management, driving requirements gathering, vendor relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver comprehensive AFC solutions spanning sanctions, AML, CTF and KYC activities. Reporting to the Head of Anti Financial Crime, you will be instrumental in aligning AFC development needs with enterprise data strategy and ensuring successful program delivery within budget and timeline parameters.

Requirements

• Global Agility: Must work effectively across cultures with multi-geographical cross-functional teams and provide guidance that drives results
• Problem Solving: Exceptional analytical and critical thinking abilities to identify complex issues, clarify requirements, and propose innovative solutions that meet policy and compliance standards.
• Attention to Detail: Execute tasks accurately while avoiding unnecessary corrections
• Role-model Integrity: Uphold and champion the highest standards of Ethics & Compliance, demonstrating transparency and appropriate escalation
• Effective Communication (verbal and written): Translate functional requirements into technical specifications and communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related business field
• 8+ years of experience of product development and transformation experience with at least 5 years of direct experience in the financial crime, AML, or compliance technology space within a global organization
• Strong technical acumen and understanding of system integrations, data governance, and compliance technology solutions
• Proven track record contributing to enterprise-wide transformation
• Proficiency in agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Confluence, Jira)

Nice To Haves

• Recognized professional qualification in AML/CTF (e.g., CAMS) is a plus
• Project/program management experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage and align AFC development needs to multi-year program roadmap
• Act as Compliance application owner of both internal and external applications that deliver AFC coverage
• Assist in managing the technology backlog for Global E&C, ensuring priorities align with AFC goals and deliver tangible outcomes
• Make recommendations for solutions to functional and technical requirements needed for development
• Proactively identify opportunities to add value beyond current activities and address unmet needs to drive a continuous improvement cycle.
• Follow a disciplined product development approach including regimented requirements gathering, development and tracking of success metrics, budget vs. actuals, and net impact to annual compliance department goals
• Serve as Compliance lead and ambassador between Technology and E&C to capture and document functional requirements from E&C SMEs
• Write clear user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria to guide technology development team
• Hold internal stakeholders accountable for executing within established development process and delivering within budget and timeline, escalating timely to Head of AFC when estimates are in jeopardy
• Remain connected with vendors and guide E&C SMEs through vendor relationship
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technology, data governance, operations, and E&C SMEs to deliver high-quality solutions

Benefits

• 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.
• Some of these benefits may include:
• 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 through Daily Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level