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Head of FP&A, Capital Markets - JLL
Location: Chicago, IL (requires at least three days per week in-office)
The Opportunity
JLL seeks a strategic Head of FP&A, Capital Markets to lead financial planning, forecasting, and reporting for our global Capital Markets business — a segment generating over $2B in annual revenue across more than 80 countries. This is a high-visibility role for a strategic and critical thinker who can operate fluently with junior analysts and senior business leaders alike, bring a continuous-improvement mindset to FP&A processes, and identify and communicate strategic opportunities that shape the business's direction.
Reporting to the CFO of Capital Markets and LaSalle, you will lead a global FP&A team, own the planning and reporting cycles end-to-end, and serve as a trusted finance partner to business leadership on competitive positioning, growth strategies, major projects/initiatives, and other opportunities as they present themselves.
Key Responsibilities
Global FP&A Leadership
Own the planning and reporting cycles end-to-end, including 3-year strategic plans, annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and scenario modeling, with a continuous-improvement focus
Own global management reporting, KPIs, and variance commentary for executive leadership, including monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reporting
Drive harmonization of operating metrics, reporting standards, and FP&A processes across business lines and geographies
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Develop sophisticated financial models incorporating pipeline data, portfolio metrics, and market trends to deliver forward-looking business insight
Strategic Business Partnership
Serve as a trusted finance partner to Capital Markets business leadership on competitive positioning, growth strategies, major projects/initiatives, and other strategic opportunities as they present themselves
Proactively identify, evaluate, and communicate strategic opportunities to senior leadership, translating financial data into clear, actionable recommendations
Partner with JLL Global FP&A to deliver top quality reporting, analytics, commentary and support for earnings, Board of Directors, investor and other critical meetings and events
Assume a key role in developing and evolving capital allocation decisions, forecasting and performance measurement frameworks, as well as cash flow reporting and forecasting
Support M&A evaluation, due diligence, and integration activities as needed
Technology & Continuous Improvement
Champion modern FP&A tools, analytics platforms, artificial intelligence and other forms of automation to improve efficiency and analytical depth
Drive innovation in financial planning capabilities through data visualization and business intelligence platforms
Continuously reassess processes and reporting to adapt to a changing business environment
Team Leadership
Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, with clear objectives aligned to business strategy
Guide professional development of team members across geographies
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred
15+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant time in senior FP&A leadership for a large, global organization
Public company experience strongly preferred
Accounting background a plus
Proven experience serving as a strategic finance partner to senior/C-suite business leadership
Demonstrated global experience — managing or partnering across multiple regions/geographies
Strong track record identifying and articulating strategic opportunities to senior leadership
Excellent communicator, able to flex between junior team members and senior executives
Technology-savvy, with experience driving adoption of modern analytics/FP&A platforms and automation
Strategic and critical thinker with a continuous-improvement mindset
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
240,000.00 – 320,000.00 USD per year
This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site –Chicago, IL
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. 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. Some of these benefits may include:
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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