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We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager – Occupancy Planner
to join our space team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding having good communication skills, analytical skills, Proficient in Excel, power BI, dashboard creation, Auto CAD understanding. Job Description – Space Manager (BlackRock)
Role Overview
The Space Manager at BlackRock is responsible for planning, allocating, optimizing, and governing workplace space in line with business demand, workplace strategy, and global standards. The role sits within Enterprise Services and works closely with HR, FP&A, Facilities, Technology, Security, and Business Leaders to ensure effective utilization of space and a consistent employee experience.
Key Responsibilities
1. Space Allocation & Occupancy Management
Manage desk, neighborhood, and office allocations across floors and buildings.
Maintain accurate capacity, occupancy, and headcount data.
Assign seating based on business need, availability, and approval governance.
Ensure MD approval for moves and space changes, in line with policy.
2. Space Planning & Forecasting
Receive and validate monthly and forecasted headcount data from HR and FP&A.
Analyse occupancy, desk sharing ratios, and utilization trends.
Prepare future‑state occupancy assessments to support growth, consolidation, or restacks
3. Move Management & Restacks
Coordinate space planning for: New hires (FTEs and CWKs)
Team moves and restacks
Flexible and fixed desking transitions
Partner with Enterprise Services and Technology teams to execute restacks aligned to approved plans.
Ensure move readiness and sequencing.
4. Space Management Systems & Tools
Own and manage Accordant, BlackRock’s space management system.
Maintain accurate neighbourhood, desk, and capacity data.
Support Map view / desk booking integrations for employee use.
Perform audits and validations of system data
5. Stakeholder & Business Engagement
Share space allocations, floor plans, and forecasts with Functional Leads.
Partner with leaders to determine fixed vs. shared desking needs.
Act as the primary point of contact for space‑related planning queries.
6. Governance, Compliance & Standards
Ensure space planning adheres to: Enterprise Services governance
Information barrier requirements
Flexible desking standards
Maintain audit readiness for space data and approvals.
7. Coordination & Operational Readiness
Coordinate with: IT / Deskside teams for system readiness
Security for badge access
Mailroom for onboarding kits
FM teams for signage, lockers, and site readiness
Support go‑live activities for new layouts and desk booking
Key Skills & Capabilities (explicitly reflected in materials)
Strong understanding of space planning, occupancy management, and flexible desking
Strong data validation and analytical capability for headcount and utilization
CAD Proficient
Experience with enterprise space tools
Stakeholder management across HR, FP&A, Facilities, and business teams
Governance‑driven execution and attention to compliance
Role Alignment to Workplace Strategy
The Space Manager directly supports BlackRock’s workplace strategy by:
Enabling flexible and scalable workplace models
Optimizing space utilization and cost efficiency
Supporting employee experience through structured planning
Providing data‑led inputs for future workplace decision
Sound like you? To apply you need to have: Mastery in the fieldYou should have earned an experience of more than 6-8 years in Space Planning. Person having good communication skills, analytical skills, Proficient in Excel, power BI, dashboard creation, Auto CAD understanding. Worked in large corporates & managed seating planning of more than 2000 numbers.at on elocation. What we can do for you:
At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.
Apply today!
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. 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.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
