Director, Business Development

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. What your day-to-day will look like: Proactively plan and set prospecting strategies to execute for targeted accounts. Create client engagement plans and account maps in partnership with sales and marketing teams in order to run targeted campaigns and sales plays – investigate board relationships, establish where JLL colleagues may have common ground, and understand key background information with the purpose of directing the team. Prepare detailed briefs for Solution Development, Client Growth, and JLL executives on target clients by leveraging research and sales tools such as Pitch Decks, ZoomInfo, Salesloft and 6Sense. Field inbound leads and launch outbound prospecting campaigns with the intent to set up introductory calls on behalf of Solution Development and Client Growth sellers. Secure meetings with Vice Presidents, Heads of Commercial Real Estate, CPOs, Category Managers responsible for Corporate Real Estate/Technology/Indirect Services, or relevant C-suite in prospective organizations. Facilitate discussions on introductory calls with clients/prospects to identify gaps in real estate and facilities operations performance and translate these findings into business opportunities. Desired or preferred experience and technical skills: Experience building pipeline in, or selling to, the Life Sciences Industry (e.g. Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, Biomedical Technologies, Food Processing and more) Specifically, we are looking for someone with experience of building pipeline in the Facilities Management, Portfolio Services, Workplace Management, and or, Commercial Real Estate Technology space Demonstrated ability to build pipeline and exceed sales quota. Experience building and executing outbound campaigns, constructing account plans for target accounts, and building relationships cross-functionally to unearth new opportunities Required Skills and Experience: Ability to think strategically and work cross functionally to generate new ways of identifying white space within vertical markets and to identify incumbent technology users coming to the end of their contract period. Create a compelling story and presentation utilizing client case studies, benchmarking data, and global insights to present JLL as a thought leader in the CRE space. Support account teams in mapping existing accounts to identify ways of increasing share of wallet. This will include account research, stakeholder mapping, market intelligence and tactical engagement strategies within various accounts. Proven ability to qualify prospects to a high degree of certainty and nurture the relationship throughout the discovery phase by working closely with an assigned seller. leverage the full power of both Work Dynamics and JLL Corporate to educate, inform, and shape the buying vision of the client target groups. Utilize existing JLL content to create unique thought leadership and insightful messaging to leverage during targeted prospecting and outreach. Develop and maintain relationships across JLL business lines, as well as identify cross-selling opportunities. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Estimated compensation for this position: 110,000.00 – 150,000.00 USD per year This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations. Location: Remote –Chicago, IL, Washington, DC If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth: 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. 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