Director - Industrial & Logistics Lease Advisory

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What this job involves:

You'll be working specifically within a team of 7 surveyors in the Industrial & Logistics Lease Advisory team, based in London and will also collaborate closely with our Industrial agency team to deliver exceptional service to our clients.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the team's future growth strategy and advance your career within a dynamic, well-respected group of approximately 35 lease advisory surveyors based across JLL's principal UK offices.

You'll be at the forefront of lease advisory activities, including rent reviews, lease renewals, lease structuring, regears and portfolio strategy, all while embracing our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Conduct property inspections and measurements for client premises

• Provide strategic lease advice and compile comprehensive client reports

• Analyse and interpret market data to assess accurate rental values

• Negotiate complex rent reviews, lease renewals, and break clause modifications

• Prepare Expert Witness reports and represent clients in dispute resolution processes

• Mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation

• Collaborate with colleagues across Capital Markets, Agency, and Rating teams

Required Qualifications:

• MRICS qualification with minimum 5+ years PQE in rent review and lease renewal negotiations

• Proven experience in industrial and logistics property sectors

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage multiple instructions simultaneously

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy

• Proficiency in analysing and interpreting large datasets

• Full driving license and access to a car

• Agile, trustworthy, and innovative approach to work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of the South-east industrial sector

• Experience in Expert Witness report writing

• Track record of identifying opportunities beyond immediate client briefs

• Strong client relationship management skills

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Experience in strategic portfolio management and lease structuring

Location:

On-site –London, GBR

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! If you require any changes to the application process, please email or call +44 (0)20 7493 4933 to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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