Global Operations Manager
JLL · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
RemoteRemoteManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Execute operational strategies and initiatives that enhance service delivery effectiveness.
- Implement standardized operational processes while adapting to regional requirements and client-specific needs.
- Monitor daily operations to ensure alignment with established procedures and quality standards.
- Partner with operations team members and coordinate activities across assigned locations or service areas.
- Support team development through training, coaching, and performance feedback.
- Promote collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the account.
- Identify and implement opportunities for operational efficiency and service quality enhancement.
- Apply best practices and standard operating procedures in daily operations.
- Support process improvement initiatives using established methodologies to reduce inefficiencies.
- Maintain operational documentation, procedures, and knowledge resources.
- Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Collaborate with service line teams to ensure operational alignment and effective service delivery.
- Work with internal stakeholders to address operational issues and implement solutions.
- Communicate operational status, challenges, and improvements to management.
- Utilize operational technology platforms, tools, and systems to support service delivery.
- Leverage data and reporting tools for operational monitoring and analysis.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, JLL policies, and client contractual obligations.
- Follow established business continuity procedures.
- Identify operational risks and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Identify operational inefficiencies and propose creative, scalable solutions aligned with global standards.
- Research and recommend new approaches, tools, or frameworks that could improve consistency or performance across the account.
- Bring a continuous improvement mindset to every workstream—challenging the status quo and driving smarter ways of working.
- Support monthly governance reporting by connecting with stakeholders to gather updates on best practice rollouts.
- Support new hire training initiatives, ensuring hires are on track for account training programs.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in real estate, facilities management, operations, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of CMMS and operations technology platforms (Corrigo experience strongly preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to support large-scale initiatives and cross-functional programs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively across teams, time zones, and organizational levels.
- Innovative thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.