Job Description

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

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\xe2\x80\x99ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you\xe2\x80\x99re 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.

Director, Communications

Asia Pacific

About Us

We\xe2\x80\x99re JLL\xe2\x80\x94a 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 106,000 individuals. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve our full potential.

The Opportunity

One of JLL\xe2\x80\x99s major global business lines, Work Dynamics, helps clients see what\xe2\x80\x99s possible; enabling large, complex organizations to shape their workplaces and their workforce\xe2\x80\x99s experiences to achieve a more human centric, more resilient and a more responsible real estate offering to create a better world of work. Our team serves clients with a suite of services across multiple industries and geographies. We create and deliver integrated, tech-enabled services that address the entire real estate life cycle.

We are currently seeking a Director of Communications to lead the strategic direction, planning and execution of employee and executive communications (internal/external communications for select executives) for Work Dynamics in Asia Pacific. This role manages engaging, informative and inspiring employee communications that reinforce our global strategy, support employee engagement and retention, and enable successful change management and transformation. When appropriate, this individual will partner on and drive external communications that strengthen Work Dynamics\xe2\x80\x99 market presence and support marketing campaign efforts. The successful candidate will understand key messages and business challenges, translating them into clear and crisp messaging points, and will adeptly guide and support top level executives (including regional CEO) through communications initiatives. The individual will remain aligned with external marketing initiatives and champion JLL\xe2\x80\x99s brand, purpose, culture and values, positioning JLL as an employer of choice and the premier global corporate real estate services provider.

This role will report to the Head of Global Communications, Work Dynamics.

Essential responsibilities

• Develop and execute successful employee and executive communication strategies and programs that align to business mission and goals
• Understand and clearly articulate each executive\xe2\x80\x99s goals and objectives in relation to the business\xe2\x80\x99 mission, values and strategic direction in all communications
• Develop robust strategic communication plans that include digital, on-demand and multi-channel execution; introduce and implement new ideas and best practices to ensure channels and content stay relevant and approachable
• Work closely with executives to prepare speeches, scripts and presentations for executive-level speaking engagements, including internal and external events
• Monitor social media for topics relevant to each executive\xe2\x80\x99s area of expertise
• Develop thought leadership blog posts and contribute articles on behalf of executives on channels like LinkedIn
• Partner with Public Relations/external communications on executive messaging and key story placements
• Manage the organization\xe2\x80\x99s major intranet, collaboration sites and internal communities
• Provide strategic counsel to business leaders on communications issues and change management programs

• Collaborate with global and Asia Pacific-region colleagues and counterparts to ensure aligned and consistent messaging drives desired results across geographies and partnering business lines
• As the business line\xe2\x80\x99s regional communications subject matter expert, take on special projects as needed to further business objectives and support key stakeholders

The Requirements

• 10+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in communications marketing and/or journalism
• University degree
• Creative problem solver and self-starter with demonstrated creativity, bias toward innovation and ability to drive change
• Background working in a global, matrixed organization preferred
• Experience managing multiple communications channels and reaching disparate audiences
• Experience in change communications and working across geographies
• Expert stakeholder management skills and ability to navigate and promote multiple priorities of senior leaders concurrently
• Executive presence and comfort interacting with senior executives; ability to act as a trusted advisor
• Ability to work confidently and effectively with all levels of employees
• Proven ability to deliver excellent results in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment
• Collaborative individual who works well in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and editing skills
• Understanding of and commitment to client service

Location:

On-site \xe2\x80\x93Singapore

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don\xe2\x80\x99t meet all the requirements. We\xe2\x80\x99re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

About JLL \xe2\x80\x93

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500\xc2\xae company with annual revenue of $20.9 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 103,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .

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