Global Operations Manager

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The Global Operations Manager (GOM) is the senior leader for integrated service delivery for Client account.

This role is the primary leader responsible for evaluating end to end process review and driving operational efficiency through the account team.

Accountable for managing strategic alignment and overall delivery success of Client Account deployments, optimization, transformation, and internal projects / initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

The GOM will lead the development and delivery of executive level white papers. This role requires exceptional writing and editing capabilities and will coordinate input from multiple stakeholders across global regions, synthesize complex information, and transform technical content into compelling executive-level narratives. They ensure all deliverables maintain consistent messaging while meeting the highest standards of quality and strategic alignment.

The GOM spearheads the development, implementation and maintenance of global account wide Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, and guidelines by establishing comprehensive operational frameworks, monitoring their effectiveness, and continuously updating to reflect emerging best practices.

The GOM will be responsible as the main accountable leader for tracking, review, and progress reporting of all global projects, initiatives and actions / tasks on the account.

The GOM will also maintain a strong linkage to enterprise resources and materials, and to industry best practices.

It is expected that the GOM will leverage technology to enable simple and efficient processes. Furthermore, the GOM will have a strong connection to the account Analytics / BI team in order to ensure technology and analytics are smoothly integrated

Prioritization and governance of all global projects / initiatives in scope

Manages centralized tools, templates and processes including change control and integrated tracking and reporting across all global projects / initiatives

Key Stakeholder engagement, reporting and escalation

Matrixed engagement with corporate, account leadership, and all regional and service line leaders.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

Proven global expertise in program, project or transition management with Six Sigma or other quality management experience

Ability to lead development of creative and unique solutions

Ability to work cross regionally and managed the matrixed organization

Demonstrated success in ambiguous situations without compromising quality of service

Ability and appropriate sense of urgency to manage conflict and issue resolution

Manage by Influence - Ability to work virtually, cross-region, and network with many people

Relationship Building - Ability to collaborate and communicate with the client, across the account, corporately, and within the industry.

Training - training and confirming knowledge transfer is key skill.

Process Management - able to facilitate and communicate to ensure decision-making.

Global Initiative Management - able to frame and delegate global initiative delivery

Ability to clearly state the vision of the department and our clients and then successfully translate that vision into executable steps.

Results driven with the ability to translate the account plan into a solid delivery model.

Natural coach with the ability to clearly establish performance expectations, goals and provides point in time feedback to enhance employee performance.

Creates an environment with strong morale.

Ability to take corrective action quickly and decisively when performance falls short of expectation or when redirection is required.

Solutions oriented to apply rigor and logic to solve difficult problems with effective solutions and demonstrated ability to identify issues before they become problems.

Looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers.

An expert in the outsourcing business and real estate industry who knows the various products our business offers and can identify within the account plan the levers for opportunity.

Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe and Smartsheet.

Strong interpersonal and excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients.

Success Criteria

Success criteria may include but are not limited to :

Projects are on-strategy, no surprises or procedural escalations.

Client Satisfaction scores.

Account team is trained and uses all tools and reports.

The GOM is easy-to-do-business-with.

Transparent integration across service lines and functions.

Well-documented and up-to-date Playbook

Strong reporting, analytic model and data.

Key Attributes / Competencies

Client Centric

Industry Expert

Strategically adept balanced with appropriate levels of risk management

Inspirational Leader / Executive Presence

Result Oriented

Calm and Decisive

Anticipated Issues / Deals with Ambiguity

Collaborative, Strong Influencing Skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role will influence dozens or hundreds of personnel working in the subject area on the account and will be the voice of authority for the GOM subject matter and strategy - to the account, the client, the firm, and the industry.

The role will be responsible to advise and counsel the account and client leadership with respect to global processes and policies.

The role will report to the Global Enablement Lead.

Minimum Required Education :

Bachelor's Degree in addition to a broad range of business experience. MBA or similar post-graduate studies preferred.

Estimated compensation for this position :

150,000.00 - 170,000.00 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 -Minneapolis, MN, Seattle, WA

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

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