Director, Consulting - Portfolio Strategy

JLL•San Francisco, CO

13d•Hybrid

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. Location:  SF Bay Area, CA | Hybrid About JLL JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We deliver innovative solutions that help our clients, people, and communities thrive through a more humancentric, resilient, and responsible approach to work environments. Position Overview We're in a transformative period for commercial real estate and portfolio management. The rise of hybrid work, advances in workplace technology, and evolving business requirements are creating unprecedented opportunities to reimagine how organizations structure their real estate portfolios to deliver strategic value through optimized footprints, cost efficiency, and geographic alignment. We are seeking an experienced Director to lead JLL's Consulting practice engagements specializing in Portfolio Strategy. This role will serve as a subject matter expert who develops and implements comprehensive portfolio strategies that align client real estate footprints with enterprise objectives , operational needs, and financial goals. You'll drive cutting-edge portfolio optimization initiatives, from developing strategic footprint plans to analyzing market opportunities to create portfolio frameworks that adapt to evolving business requirements. This role offers the opportunity to shape how organization s structure and manage their real estate portfolios while delivering measurable financial and operational outcomes for global enterprises. If you're passionate about portfolio optimization and ready to help leading organizations transform their real estate strategies, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate , Finance, Business Strategy, or related field s
7+ years of experience in consulting or industry roles with demonstrable focus on portfolio strategy, real estate finance, and market analysis
Proven expertise in portfolio optimization with specialization in financial modeling, market analysis, and strategic planning for corporate real estate
Strong track record developing and implementing portfolio strategies for corporate clients
Superior executive presence with exceptional presentation, communication, and analytical storytelling capabilities
Experience leading and mentoring teams through complex portfolio analysis and strategic planning projects
History of delivering quantifiable financial results and ROI through portfolio optimization programs
Ability to navigate complex real estate markets and influence stakeholders on portfolio decisions
Advanced financial modeling and project management experience
Mastery of Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel modeling skills and familiarity with real estate analytics platforms

Responsibilities

Lead complex consulting engagements for Portfolio Strategy projects
Apply our best-in-class portfolio frameworks to meet the needs of our most innovative clients, delivering enterprise-wide portfolio transformations across different industries and markets
Guide clients through strategic portfolio decisions including consolidations, expansions, relocations, lease vs. buy analyses, and geographic footprint optimization
Design and implement comprehensive portfolio strategies that optimize costs, enhance operational efficiency, and support business growth objectives
Conduct detailed portfolio assessments including market analysis, financial modeling, risk evaluation, and scenario planning
Develop portfolio roadmaps that integrate market trends, business requirements, financial constraints, and operational considerations
Lead capability development initiatives, define portfolio strategy best practices, and spearhead team upskilling programs related to portfolio optimization
Collaborate with JLL Consulting Capability Leads and business lines to identify integrated service opportunities that leverage portfolio expertise
Contribute to business development through new business pursuits, RFPs, and client presentations focused on portfolio strategy solutions