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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Occupancy Planner – JLL
About This Role
As an Occupancy Planner, you will serve as a strategic partner in optimizing our client's real estate portfolio through data-driven space planning and occupancy management. You'll act as a critical bridge between stakeholders, coordinating seamlessly across local teams, the client's Corporate Real Estate (CRE) group, and internal JLL functions to deliver intelligent workspace solutions.
Your focus will center on portfolio optimization and space maximization, leveraging both qualitative insights and quantitative analytics to balance supply with demand. Core responsibilities include maintaining space data integrity, leading the space audit program, and producing actionable portfolio intelligence.
Location: Remote, India Reporting Structure: Reports to client Occupancy Planner based in Europe Schedule Requirements: Flexibility required to accommodate EMEA/AMER time zones
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Key Responsibilities
Data Management & Reporting
- Deliver monthly space utilization reports and maintain current space data across the portfolio
- Manage and validate site audit processes to ensure data accuracy
- Monitor utilization patterns and trends, providing insights that inform strategic decisions
- Maintain CAFM system accuracy including space allocations, neighborhood configurations, and employee assignments
Space Planning & Strategy
- Gather and analyze space and adjacency requirements from stakeholders
- Develop space plans, block diagrams, and test-fit scenarios using AutoCAD
- Create and update stack plans reflecting current occupancy and future requirements
- Design and implement occupancy strategies with detailed migration sequencing plans
Stakeholder Coordination
- Facilitate communication between local teams, client CRE leadership, and JLL account management
- Present findings and recommendations clearly to diverse audiences
- Build productive relationships that enable smooth project execution
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Required Qualifications
Experience & Education
- 5-7 years of experience in corporate environments with focus on strategic space or occupancy planning
- Bachelor's degree in Corporate Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, Design, or related field
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
- Strong Microsoft PowerPoint skills for executive-level presentations
- Working knowledge of CAFM/IWMS software platforms
- AutoCAD proficiency for test-fits and area calculations
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Creative thinking to address data limitations and implement process improvements
- Ability to work effectively across time zones and with global teams
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Preferred Qualifications
- Proactive, innovative mindset with adaptability to changing priorities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to team success
- Strategic thinking capabilities with business acumen
- Facilities Management System (FMS) experience
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Why JLL?
At JLL, we're committed to shaping the future of real estate for a better world. As an Occupancy Planner, you'll contribute directly to creating workspaces that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and support our clients' strategic objectives.
JLL is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace.
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.
