Director, Communications (Contract)

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Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.   

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’s goals and objectives in relation to the business’ mission, values and strategic direction in all communications
• Develop robust, strategic communication plans for both Work Dynamics and Property Management in APAC, 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’s 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’s 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’s regional communications subject matter expert, take on special projects as needed to further business objectives and support key stakeholders

Requirements

• 10+ years’ 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

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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!

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