Program Manager – Research, Development & Innovation Partnerships, APAC

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Location: Singapore
Reports to: Director, Research, Development & Innovation Partnerships, APAC

We are seeking a driven and intellectually curious Program Manager to join our Research, Development & Innovation Partnerships team in APAC. This role will be pivotal in managing and scaling our portfolio of research programs, pilots, and innovation initiatives across the region.

You will work at the intersection of research, business, and client engagement—collaborating with senior stakeholders inside and outside JLL to shape the future of work, corporate real estate, and the built environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a thoughtful, articulate professional eager to bring structure, insight, and creativity to complex, future-facing projects.

Program Management

• Lead, coordinate, and track innovation and research programs across APAC—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to high quality standards.

• Manage timelines, resources, and communications across internal and external teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with senior client leaders, internal business units, and external collaborators to align on goals, milestones, and deliverables.

• Facilitate project reviews, steering committees, and stakeholder updates with clarity and confidence.

Research & Insights

• Support the design, execution, and evaluation of studies, pilots, and experiments on workplace performance, experience, and emerging technologies.

• Translate complex findings into actionable insights and recommendations.

Data & Reporting

• Collect, manage, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data from projects.

• Prepare clear and compelling reports, dashboards, and presentations for diverse audiences.

Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

• Assist in identifying, nurturing, and managing collaborations with academic institutions, start-ups, and industry innovators.

• Track partnership outcomes and knowledge exchange opportunities.

Knowledge Sharing & Storytelling

• Capture and synthesize lessons learned into case studies, playbooks, and thought leadership materials.

• Contribute to internal and external communications that position JLL as a leader in workplace innovation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Economics, Design, or a related field; Master’s degree a plus.

• Familiarity with the corporate real estate and workplace ecosystem (workplace strategy, facilities, design, or operations) through experience or academic exposure.

• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with comfort engaging senior leaders.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills; adept at managing multiple priorities across regional projects.

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau preferred.

• Demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and openness to experimentation in applying new ideas to real-world challenges.

• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across diverse cultures and teams.

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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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