Assistant Sustainability Manager

Job description / Role

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Assistant Sustainability Manager

This role is available in multiple locations across EMEA including Paris, London & Dubai.

Job Summary

The Assistant Sustainability Manager will form part of the EMEA Sustainable Operations function within one of JLL's key Client portfolio driving strategy toward a sustainable future.

The role will provide integrated support to all services in driving sustainability across our portfolio, supporting the planning and implementation of initiatives, and the collation and analysis of data to report on progress.

The Assistant Sustainability Manager will support the Regional Sustainability Programme Manager and will work closely with our data management team as well as local, regional, and functional leads within our wider account team, our client organisation, as well as other key Client Suppliers.

In addition:

- Our goal is to provide enhanced workplace experiences that will be long remembered by our clients. In this role you will be a part of delivering a best-in-class experience for our client's personnel, customers, and guests in a connected workspace which promotes a culture of inclusion and safety. With a focus on creating an environment that enhances productivity, collaboration, and well-being, you'll have the opportunity to create exceptional workplace experiences and drive employee satisfaction and engagement to create opportunities for everyone to flourish.
- Our colleagues prioritize the health and safety of people and buildings. This includes following established safety protocols, reporting hazards/ incidents, maintaining cleanliness, encouraging safe practices, and staying informed about health and safety measures. By actively adhering to these expectations and following One Team S.A.F.E.R together vision, we can create a secure and healthy working environment for everyone involved.
- You are responsible for leveraging your expertise to find actionable insights from our data and translate it into action, clearly communicating the "what", "so what" and "now what". By embracing curiosity to explore data, courage to act on insights and collaboration to communicate the change we will ensure we meet JLL strategic desire for data-driven decisions.

What your day-to-day will look like:

- Assist in implementing the regional sustainability program in alignment with global strategy.
- Support continuous improvement by reviewing performance metrics, processes, and tools, identifying issues, and recommending enhancements.
- Engage with regional stakeholders like clients, suppliers, subject matter experts to support sustainability initiatives and projects.
- Undertake analysis to identify and evaluate potential sustainability initiatives and projects aligned to organisational goals and requirements.
- Support sustainability training and engagement activities to foster a culture of sustainability within the organisation, client, and supply chain partners.
- Monitor market intelligence; emerging trends, regulations, incentives, technologies, and best practices to identify opportunities, risks, and drive innovation.
- Follow required management and analysis processes and quality control to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality programme deliverables.
- Undertake training, seek guidance, and pursue professional development opportunities to strengthen your understanding of sustainability concepts, initiatives, and programme management.

Desired or preferred experience and technical skills:

- Experience of sustainable solutions in facilities management services with knowledge of sustainability principles and concepts related to the built environment.
- Experience in energy and energy audits would be beneficial
- Understanding of program management principles - planning, risk, stakeholder engagement, etc.
- Ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams.
- Strong communication skills - presentations, reports, training materials for varied audiences.
- Multitasking capabilities to manage multiple workstreams and adapt to changing priorities.
- Problem-solving mindset to analyse challenges and develop practical solutions.
- Analytical skills, and competence with large sustainability related data sets, to conduct assessments, identify efficiency opportunities across portfolio.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and sustainability data management tools/platforms.
- Familiarity with environmental management systems and/or green building rating systems, certification requirements, processes and documentation.

Location:

Remote -Dubai, ARE

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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About the Company

In the Middle East and North Africa, Jones Lang LaSalle is a leading player in its real estate markets including the hospitality sector. The firm has worked in over 22 Middle Eastern and North African countries and over the last year has advised clients on more than $120 billion worth of real estate, hotel and hospitality development.

We continually create value for our clients and partners by challenging conventional thinking and employing innovative investment solutions. The rapid pace of change in the region creates significant opportunities, challenges and complex decisions for investors.

Jones Lang LaSalle is recognized as having leading real estate and hospitality expertise with a leadership team that has held senior positions with some of the largest real estate developers, hospitality companies and corporate groups in the Middle East and internationally.