Business Delivery Manager

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Business Delivery Manager, Americas

What this job involves - The Business Delivery Manager reports to the Head, Business Services and serves as a critical central position within a high-profile technology client account. This role is essential for bridging the gap between account objectives and operational excellence. By focusing on communications and successful change management, the Business Delivery Manager ensures that complex account programs and initiatives are not only delivered efficiently but are also widely adopted and understood across the Americas account team, directly impacting employee engagement and operational consistency.

What does your day-to-day look like?

This position offers an excellent opportunity to blend creative thinking, strategic execution, and client relationship skills in a role that directly supports the account.

Client Impact : You'll contribute meaningfully to our most important client relationships through strategic creative work

Strategic Communications : Shape compelling narratives, craft multi-channel messaging frameworks, and ensure executive communications are clear, consistent, and engaging

Creative Innovation : Work with cutting-edge AI-powered creative tools while maintaining professional presentation standards

Leadership Collaboration : Regular interaction with senior leadership and direct contribution to firm-wide client strategy

Skill Development : Continuous learning opportunities in emerging creative technologies and client experience methodologies

Key Responsibilities

Business Delivery

Lead strategic delivery planning by creating comprehensive roadmaps and program plans that align with JLL and and our client’s evolving workplace priorities

Develop and execute multi-channel communication strategies, utilizing newsletters, town halls, and intranet platforms, to ensure transparency and engagement; tailor messaging specifically for diverse stakeholder groups ranging from individual contributors to executive leadership

Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to plan and execute service line programming

Collaborate with the Programs Manager and Performance Manager to schedule program rollouts and define success metrics

Drive change management initiatives by facilitating stakeholder workshops, identifying and managing potential points of resistance, and establishing success measures for adoption and the long-term impact of transitions

Partner proactively with the Senior Leadership Team, Global Programs, Business Operations and Governance teams to identify operational bottlenecks, driving continuous process improvement and collaborative problem-solving to enhance overall service delivery.

Creative Strategy and Client Care:

Client journey initiatives that identify opportunities for enhanced engagement and value delivery

Coordinate client feedback collection and integration processes, ensuring insights inform service improvements

Assist with sensitive client communications and situation management under leadership guidance

Collaborate with leadership to translate complex data and strategic concepts into compelling, professional visual presentations for clients

Develop narratives and storytelling frameworks that support client communications and highlight our firm's value proposition

Create high-quality presentations for client meetings, strategic reviews, and growth opportunities

Utilize AI-driven content creation tools to produce unique, high-fidelity client-facing assets

Ensure quality control for client-facing reports, proposals, and presentations, maintaining consistency and excellence

Write, edit, and produce compelling content that showcases client partnerships and business outcomes across multiple channels

Coordinate video production and graphic design deliverables for client communications, ensuring high-quality visual storytelling

Support digital presence activities for key accounts, including content development and user experience optimization

Contribute to thought leadership initiatives that position our firm as a strategic partner for clients

Work closely with leadership and communication to deliver client-focused excellence

Collaborate effectively with account teams, leadership, and regional communications professionals to ensure unified client experiences

Monitor client satisfaction metrics, communication effectiveness, and relationship indicators

Help maintain consistency, quality, and best practice implementation across all client touchpoints

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Design, Marketing, Business, or related field

6+ years of experience in strategic communications, account coordination, client experience, business operations, or related client-facing roles

Experience supporting senior leadership in client relationship activities

Creative Portfolio: Demonstrated skills in both professional client presentation work and creative project execution

Strong skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, presentation software, and familiarity with AI-powered creative tools

Experience supporting high-value client relationships and understanding complex account dynamics

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to adapt content for diverse audiences

Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Proven ability to translate complex strategies into action

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in relevant industry sector

Experience with the Google suite of products

International communications experience

Experience leading communications through organizational change/transformation

Agency management experience

Public speaking and presentation skills

Digital communications strategy expertise

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

123,000.00 – 161,210.00 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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