Senior Occupancy Planner at JLL in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Senior Occupancy Planner Location: Bengaluru, KA 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. We are looking for a Senior Occupancy Planner, to join our Occupancy Planning and Management Account team. About JLL - We’re JLL - a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. We have operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of over 92,000 individuals. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. That’s why we’re committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve our full potential. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we’ll let you in on a secret: there’s no such thing as a “perfect” candidate. JLL is a place where everyone can grow no matter how they identify or what background they bring with them. If you’re a leader of any level or experience and this job description resonates with you, let’s talk. What this job involves -- As Senior Occupancy Planner, you will be responsible for tracking, analysing, and managing the space and occupancy data across our clients regional APAC portfolio. You will then use space and occupancy information to develop scenarios, analytics, space plans and projects for our client’s portfolio. This will be considered primarily an on-site role where presence is required in our clients Bangalore, India office location up to 4 days a week with the ability to work remotely at times. Your key responsibilities start with maintaining the client’s portfolio of space within the CAFM system including but not limited to the following activities: Space Data Management Keep floorplan layouts, space types, furniture and employee allocations up to date. Regular data auditing, portfolio site alignment maintaining strong relations with site contacts to improve data accuracy. Sustain accurate occupancy records and metrics in the CAFM system (FMS Space) as well as how we share or report the data and insights. Generate regular occupancy reports and performance metrics, include monthly headcount reporting, portfolio reporting, & ad-hoc space, lab, Business Unit, and headcount analysis requests. Conduct comparative analysis of occupancy performance across properties in relation to our clients 3:2 hybrid workplace model. Manage technology integration by supporting site set up of the client’s Mobile Workplace App used for space bookings, wayfinding, office information and more. Ad-hoc project requests; potential stretch assignments with collaboration across service lines and end users. On-going process improvement and documentation in partnership with our global Occupancy Planning team. Additionally, your responsibilities will continue with using the space and occupancy data to provide space planning, and strategic planning solutions leveraging BI & AI including but not limited to the following activities: Space Planning Create detailed space allocation reports, plans and layouts: Workplace programming, test fits, furniture planning, neighborhood planning, tactical planning and small project support. Through Utilization and Attendance analysis create responsive, efficient and future-ready workplace environments. Develop comprehensive occupancy forecasts and space utilization models. Analyze current and projected space needs across portfolio properties. Create and maintain scenarios for space reconfiguration and relocation planning. Strategic Planning Collaborate with Transactions teams to align occupancy strategies with market conditions Support lease renewal negotiations with occupancy impact analysis Create responsive, efficient, and future-ready workplace strategies aligned to the client’s Hybrid Workplace model. Monitor occupancy metrics and trends to identify optimization opportunities Provide data-driven insights for strategic real estate decisions. Business Intelligence & Artificial Intelligence Extract and analyse data to support in the BI Dashboard development initiatives of Occupancy Planning, our client, and the Account. Contribute to integrations and pilots of AI capabilities to increase productivity and strengthen deliverables and insights. Below are skills and experience that we are looking for: Enjoy gathering details, investigate and discuss findings, as well as generate data narratives that reveal trends and initiate strategic decisions. Passionate about continuous learning, evolving best practices, new technologies, detecting process and data gaps, as well as partnering with team(s) to develop appropriate resolutions. Focused on cultivating strong relationships and team partnerships Ability to navigate challenges and problem solve Strong AutoCAD and Excel capabilities A working knowledge of occupancy utilization, office design principles and trends such as the hybrid workplace is preferred A Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, Design, Construction Management, or related field is preferred If this sounds like you? To apply, you need to be Proactive Asking the right questions to understand our clients' underlying needs will help you be effective in your role. We will expect you to multi-task, and manage your time to meet deadlines, as you'll often need to reorganize your daily schedule to support your team's changing necessities and requests. We will also look to you to be proactive and innovative in developing solutions with your stakeholders and driving their implementation. Tech-savvy You will be successful in the role if you are comfortable using software to support planning solutions and communicate ideas clearly with the planning team and client. This includes having advanced skills in AutoCAD, and Microsoft Excel (pivot table, vlook-up, cell calculations). In addition, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to consolidate data and floor plans into PowerPoint Presentations and experience with CAFM / IWMS software will be highly valuable. A communication champion Excellent communication skills are important – both written and spoken. An individual with strong interpersonal skills, able to understand complex ideas and communicate them to others, and an ability to interact with external and internal clients will be successful in the role. Most importantly, thrive working as part of a diverse, supportive, and talented team. Dynamic Thinking strategically, simplifying the complex, seeing the big picture, and driving results are a few of the role's basic requirements. Moreover, be adaptable and open to change and astute during times of risk. We would love your intellectual curiosity in resolving challenges and enthusiasm to drive deliverables. What you can expect from us: At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realize your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being, and providing competitive benefits and pay. We can’t wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL. Apply today! Location: On-site –Bengaluru, KA Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48 If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. 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