Digital Operations Lead
JLLAbout the role
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Digital Operations Lead
Role Overview
The Digital Operations Lead serves as the strategic and operational technology leader for assigned client accounts, managing the full lifecycle of technology solutions — from security compliance and platform integration to AI-driven innovation. In this role, you will partner closely with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure seamless technology service delivery while driving meaningful digital transformation. This is a high-visibility position within JLL's Work Dynamics technology organization, offering direct exposure to senior executive decision-making and the opportunity to shape technology strategy for a major global account.
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Areas of Responsibility
Technology Operations & Security Compliance
- Oversee day-to-day technology operations across assigned client accounts, ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery across all platforms and systems
- Manage end-to-end information security request processes, including client submissions, review coordination, and multi-stakeholder communications on technical compliance matters
- Maintain and regularly update comprehensive technology platform design documents, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for all relevant stakeholders
- Monitor system performance and lead troubleshooting efforts for complex technical issues, engaging appropriate escalation resources as needed
Integration & Platform Management
- Manage active technology integrations across multiple enterprise systems and platforms, ensuring seamless interoperability between existing and new solutions
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation for all technology operations
- Establish and track metrics and KPIs to measure technology performance, operational efficiency, and client satisfaction
Innovation & Digital Transformation
- Research, evaluate, and pilot emerging technology applications — with a particular focus on AI implementation and automation.
- Develop business cases for new technology investments, assessing potential ROI and business impact
- Lead digital transformation projects within client environments, translating technical capabilities into tangible business value
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual workload through process automation
Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Serve as the primary technology liaison between JLL internal teams and client stakeholders, facilitating cross-functional collaboration across IT, operations, and leadership
- Present technology strategies, roadmap updates, and project status to senior leadership and client executives
- Manage vendor relationships and technology partnerships; coordinate with legal and compliance teams on technology-related matters
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Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to senior leadership and client executives
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
- Collaborative, cross-functional mindset with the ability to influence without direct authority
- Client-focused approach with strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Continuous learning orientation and genuine curiosity about emerging technologies, particularly AI and automation
- Reliable and results-oriented with high attention to detail and strong organizational skills
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Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Technology, Information Systems, Busines
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