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Capital Markets Finance Business Partner – UK & Ireland
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way forward. Our people shape the future of real estate for a better world by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology for our clients. We’re committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a place where they belong.
Whether you have deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant expertise in a new industry, join JLL and help shape a brighter future.
About the Role
You will partner strategically with business leaders and key stakeholders across national and regional UK capital markets to drive informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
As a key member of the UK Capital Markets Steering Committee, you will:
- Shape business direction by actively contributing strategic insights and providing constructive challenge.
- Proactively influence daily operations while defining long-term business strategy.
- Engage confidently with senior leadership, presenting insights, challenging assumptions, and driving accountability for results.
You will:
- Elevate executive presence to command respect through expertise, gravitas, and strategic acumen.
- Lead transformational change initiatives to deliver critical commercial, operational, and financial objectives.
- Establish robust commercial frameworks and support upskilling business teams on finance terminology (promotees) to deepen JLL metrics understanding and drive profitability.
Key focus areas:
Business Partnership & Strategic Influence
- Work as a trusted advisor, influencing senior stakeholders to achieve financial and strategic goals.
- Ensure accountability for results across UK & Ireland capital markets.
Performance Analytics & Business Intelligence
- Deliver comprehensive business performance insights that maximise growth and mitigate risks.
- Conduct deep-dive analysis to:
- Assess risks and evaluate market dynamics.
- Collaborate with Internal Research teams.
- Forecast future performance impacts through data-driven decision-making.
- Transform complex data into actionable intelligence for competitive advantage.
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Financial Planning & Corporate Finance Excellence
- Evolve budgeting and forecasting to increase accuracy and strategic foresight.
- Web ownership of developing long-term financial plans aligned with business strategy pillars.
- Work with existing pipeline reporting models and refine cost forecasting.
- Provide expert support for revenue recognition matters, partnering with Controllership and the Centre of Excellence (COE).
- Optimise working capital and ensure smooth forecasting for commissions, ensuring visibility throughout the year.
- Lead initiatives to improve invoice collection timelines.
Stategic Business Development
- Identify high-potential growth areas and optimisation opportunities in UK & Ireland capital markets (within a three-year strategic horizon).
- Architects growth strategies to enhance profitability—both in absolute terms and margin efficiency.
- Collaborate with leadership on talent acquisition, evaluating ROI and payback periods of strategic hires.
Global Collaboration & Knowledge Exchange
- As the Capital Markets Finance Business Partner for the largest market outside the US, collaborate closely with the Eurasia Capital Markets FP&A leader.
- Proactively showcase beneficial cross-market learnings to scale efficiency across J10 leasing markets.
- Exchange best practices—optimising processes for increased UK & Ireland market profitability.
- Build strong partnerships with Eurasia and Global Capital Markets FP&A teams to foster collaborative growth.
Requirements
To thrive in this fast-paced, strategic role, you need:
- Academic qualifications:
- Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA required).
- Relevant experience:
- Prior experience in analytical and business partnering roles.
- Core business skills:
- Exceptional influencing, stakeholder management, and presentation abilities.
- Leadership and execution:
- Ability to be a dynamic, self-driven independent contributor, capable of working with minimal oversight.
- Technical proficiency:
- Advanced Excel mastery, with a keen attention to detail for senior-level business presentations.
- Soft skills:
- Possess the execarel gravitas needed to drive results from senior leadership teams.
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Location: On-site, London, GBR
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About JLL
Founded over 200 years ago, JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a market-leading global commercial real estate and investment management firm with operations across 80+ countries. We empower both Fortune 500 clients and stakeholders worldwide for a brighter commercial future.
- Innovative tools and purpose-driven careers align individual contribution to our exceptional standards.
- Diversity & inclusion are prioritised in every aspect of our organisation.
If this description resonates with you, JLL invites ambitious talent who are keen to grow beyond requirement standards. Apply today and discover how you can Shape a Brighter Way.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: JLL is committed to diversity and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To access tailored support ahead of the application or interview process, contact: HRSCLeaves@jll.com
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(Current JLL employees should submit applications via the Internal Career Site.)
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