Head of PDS, EMEA

Head of PDS, EMEA at JLLWe are looking for a Head of Project and Development Services (PDS), EMEA Region.What This Job InvolvesLeading the EMEA Region Project and Development Services (PDS) business, owning the business strategy, annual regional budget and the allocation of capital and OpEx to deliver the 2026 growth plan. The role expects organic growth of >10% each year and to achieve a market‑leading position in all Tier 1 PDS countries by 2026. It will lead the creation and implementation of strategic and operational business plans for the EMEA Region, aligned with JLL PDS globally and JLL REMS regional goals, combined with leading the development of global and local PDS products to support growth. Key to success will be attracting, leading and coaching a team of industry‑leading professionals and developing the next generation of PDS leadership. Operating as an integral member of the regional JLL REMS and Global PDS leadership, the role will connect with colleagues across JLL to sell the value of PDS to other parts of the business and drive scale and efficiency through the EMEA/Global PDS operating platform. The role will navigate and resolve regional and local country conflicts.What Your Day‑to‑day Will Look LikeAccountability for the EMEA PDS 2026 (and beyond) business strategy and annual plan, including the regional allocation of Capital and OpEx.Nurture, develop and maintain new business relationships with external clients.Chair the EMEA PDS Board – own its Purpose and create an effective forum of leaders to lead the business.Develop and deliver a clearly defined business strategy for PDS growth in EMEA, and thereafter execute through the EMEA PDS Board.Own and execute the EMEA PDS Capital / M&A plan.Lead a team of high‑performing project, construction and design professionals to deliver on our strategy. Coach and develop the next generation of leaders. Engage and motivate a diverse workforce and attract external talent to JLL. Role model inclusive leadership.Drive new sales and business development by generating and exploiting market opportunities. Work closely with local transactional sales specialists as well as the JLL REMS sales and solutions development team.Lead the development and engagement with the JLL Product team to ensure relevant PDS products are developed and scaled across the Region.Connect EMEA PDS seamlessly across the firm, working with multiple stakeholders within a matrixed environment. Break through operational silos to achieve business and client goals.Drive digitization of the business through embedding of digital & technology solutions and data analytics for enhanced productivity and client service.Embed sustainability within PDS’s operating framework, tools & technologies. Support JLL’s sustainability ambitions.Champion health and safety in all aspects of our work. Drive a culture of high integrity, upholding JLL’s strong ethical standards.KnowledgeDeep understanding of the RE sector, project and construction management processes, and the JLL REMS business.Up to date working knowledge and analysis of the competitive landscape within the region.Expertise in PDS governance and contracts, ethical and commercial considerations (profitability, margins) and effective risk management.Understanding of regional macro‑economic trends and their impact on the market (political, social, economic, technological, legal, environmental).Knowledge of One JLL structures, strategic priorities, and ways of working.Desired ExperienceProven professional project manager with record of delivering significant projects.P&L responsibility, experience across both upside and downside market conditions.Experience leading a large team, ideally across multiple locations, and a track record of developing high performing teams and nurturing top talent.Operational experience in project & resource management, in particular managing and deploying human resource capacity to client delivery demand.Experience within a large, matrixed organization.Attributes we are looking forComfortable with uncertainty, ability to adapt, resilient.Passion to embrace change and new learnings to stay nimble.Culturally sensitive and adept at working at the local level.Driven & goal‑oriented.Self‑confident.Collaborative & interpersonally skilled.Tech & digital savvy.LocationOn site – LondonWhat You Can Expect From UsYou'll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together – across the desk and around the globe. Where like‑minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay. We’ll offer you a competitive salary and benefits package. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionOther #J-18808-Ljbffr