Team Lead, Design

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'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.

What this job involves:

The Team Leader - design will work closely with the JLL business/service lines. He/she must understand the strategy, audience and objectives behind complex design projects, provide appropriate solutions with art direction and work with a variety of team contributors including marketers and various levels of management. Graphics should capture the attention of those who see them and communicate the right message. For this, one is required to have a creative flair and a strong ability to translate requirements into design.

The ideal candidate should have expertise in creating visually compelling content that effectively communicates key messages to our target audience. This role will involve leading an 8-10 design team and designing creative PowerPoint and interactive InDesign presentations, brochures, research reports, animations, videos, etc.

The goal is to inspire and attract the target audience.

Job Responsibilities

Create and maintain high-quality visual content for company brand in both digital and print communications, including, but not limited to brochures, flyers, infographics, creative presentations, pitch decks, and research reports.

Must have a superior understanding of the fundamental concepts of graphic design principles.

Gather all relevant facts for each project and ensure that all deliverables communicate the correct information.

Generate clear ideas, concepts, and designs of creative assets from beginning to end.

Work collaboratively with other designers to ensure a consistent, integrated brand perception.

Collaborate with a cross-functional team that includes marketers, art directors, and design managers in order to create compelling designs

Translate information about the business and stakeholders into designs that are visually enticing, easy to understand, and emotionally impactful.

Stay on top of the latest standards, processes, and trends in the visual design field.

You have the ability to work independently and under deadline pressure on several projects simultaneously

The ability to receive, interpret, and implement constructive feedback from project stakeholders in your design work.

You have a team-oriented attitude and the ability to contribute to design- and functionality- related marketing decisions

Strong work ethics: Takes initiative and can self-manage. Resourceful when approaching projects, can navigate through obstacles to bring projects to fruition, and can effectively multi- task in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work on various Real Estate related deliverables like 2D Maps, Site plans, Floor plans, Building Illustrations, and property brochures/flyers.

Key skills and experience

A high level of proficiency using Adobe Suite, InDesign Interactive, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Good analytical skills

Working knowledge of workflow management systems and AI tools.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Education/training

BS/MS degree, visual communications, Graphic Design, Art school

Years of relevant experience

7 – 10 years of experience

Experience of working in a Marketing/ Communications agency set up

Skills and knowledge

A high level of proficiency using Adobe Suite including After Effects, InDesign Interactive, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Ideal candidate will be adaptable to new tools as per business requirement

Communication skills

Ability to effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others through written, drawn and verbal means.

Prior experience of work with global and international clients is preferred.

Time management

Detail-oriented, organized, with problem solving approach and should be able to manage multiple projects and simultaneously while maintaining accuracy

Team management

Lead and mentor a team of designers, providing feedback and guidance to help them grow in their roles

Prior experience of people management in a corporate setup is preferred

JLL is an equal opportunity employer and committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The EEO is the Law poster is available here

The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, training, discipline, layoff, recall and termination.

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.