Director, Data Center Capital Markets

JLL•Chicago, CO

11d•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. INVESTMENT SALES ADVISORY – DATA CENTER CAPITAL MARKETS TEAM 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.

Requirements

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
Bachelor's degree required; preferred major in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Business equivalent experience
Intermediate working knowledge of Word and Excel (Office 2010 version), as well as willingness to learn additional software as needed

Nice To Haves

MBA or other advanced degree a plus
Familiarity with CRM systems and property databases preferred

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