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Director, Specialist Advisory

Director, Specialist Advisory

Jones Lang LaSalle IncorporatedRiyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
28 days ago
Job description
  • JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way
  • .Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
  • Position Overview
  • The Director, Specialist Advisory - Retail will lead JLL's retail advisory services across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, providing strategic counsel to clients on retail real estate matters including leasing, investment, development, and market strategy. This senior leadership role requires deep expertise in the KSA retail market and the ability to drive business growth while managing complex client relationships.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Lead the retail advisory practice in KSA, developing and executing strategic business plans
  • Identify and capitalize on market opportunities across various retail segments
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, developers, investors, and retail brands
  • Provide thought leadership and market intelligence to clients and internal teams
  • Client Advisory Services
  • Advise clients on retail real estate strategy, market entry, expansion, and optimization
  • Conduct comprehensive market analysis and feasibility studies
  • Lead tenant representation and landlord representation mandates
  • Provide investment advisory services for retail assets
  • Support retail development projects from conception to completion
  • Business Development
  • Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition and existing client expansion
  • Prepare and present compelling proposals and pitches
  • Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities
  • Collaborate with regional and global teams to leverage JLL's platform
  • Team Management
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing retail advisory team
  • Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning
  • Oversee team performance, development, and career progression
  • Ensure quality delivery of all client engagements
  • Required Qualifications
  • Experience & Background
  • Minimum 10-12 years of experience in retail real estate, with at least 5 years in KSA market
  • Proven track record in senior advisory roles within retail real estate
  • Experience across multiple retail formats (shopping centers, high street, mixed-use, outlet centers)
  • Strong understanding of retail operations, consumer behavior, and market dynamics
  • Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
  • Master's degree or professional certifications (RICS, CCIM) preferred
  • Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken)
  • Core Competencies
  • Deep knowledge of KSA retail market, regulations, and cultural nuances
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
  • Excellent presentation and communication abilities
  • Proven relationship building and networking capabilities
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving expertise
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Revenue generation and growth targets
  • Client satisfaction and retention rates
  • Market share expansion
  • Team development and retention
  • Thought leadership and market presence
  • Location
  • Based in Riyadh, KSA with regular travel across the Kingdom
  • This role offers the opportunity to shape JLL's retail advisory practice in one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving retail markets in the region, supporting Vision 2030 initiatives and the Kingdom's economic transformation.
  • Location :
  • On-site –Riyadh, SAUIf 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!
  • JLL Privacy Notice
  • Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our .For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy .Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and / or overall selection process – you may email us at This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our page >
  • I want to work for JLL.At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE : JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .

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