Senior Analyst – JLL

What this job involves:

This position serves as a critical strategic partner in JLL's talent acquisition and retention efforts, directly supporting high-stakes investment decisions for top-performing producers. You'll work at the intersection of talent strategy, financial analysis, and executive decision-making, managing confidential compensation packages, retention agreements, and performance analytics that drive our competitive advantage in attracting and retaining industry-leading talent. This role requires exceptional executive presence and discretion, as you'll collaborate directly with C-Suite leadership on sensitive compensation negotiations and present complex data-driven recommendations that influence million-dollar investment decisions. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain visibility across the organization while developing expertise in strategic talent management, financial modeling, and executive advisory within the dynamic commercial real estate industry. Your analytical rigor and professional sophistication will directly impact JLL's ability to build and maintain a world-class producer workforce.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Manage the complete lifecycle of investment packages for new producer hires and retention packages for high-performing existing talent, including signing bonuses, forgivable loans, and performance incentives, ensuring all terms, milestones, and conditions are accurately documented and tracked.
• Maintain a confidential, comprehensive database of all compensation investments and retention agreements, monitoring performance metrics, milestone achievement, and financial terms while ensuring data integrity and security protocols are strictly observed.
• Coordinate preparation of materials for investment committee meetings and executive presentations, synthesizing complex compensation data and analytics into clear, actionable recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
• Build and maintain sophisticated tracking systems for all new producer hires, capturing key performance indicators including production metrics, client acquisition rates, retention statistics, and ROI on compensation investments.
• Monitor package performance metrics across the producer population, preparing regular analytical reports that identify trends, success rates, and areas requiring strategic intervention or adjustment.
• Prepare polished reports and presentations on new hire progress, compensation package effectiveness, and talent acquisition outcomes for review by senior leadership and C-Suite executives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on compensation analysis and package structuring, conducting market research and competitive analysis to ensure JLL's investment strategies remain competitive and effective in attracting top talent.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field from an accredited institution.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in finance, compensation analysis, or similar analytical role with demonstrated expertise in complex data management and financial modeling.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, advanced formulas, data visualization, and database management capabilities with ability to manipulate large datasets efficiently.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail and ability to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in complex compensation and performance data.
• Proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion and maintain strict confidentiality protocols in all professional interactions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex financial and analytical concepts clearly and persuasively to executive audiences.
• Highly organized and self-directed work style with ability to manage multiple competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-visibility environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience with compensation analysis, incentive package structuring, or total rewards program design and administration.
• Understanding of commercial real estate industry dynamics, producer compensation models, and brokerage business operations.
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations and presenting to C-Suite leadership with confidence and polish.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems, compensation management platforms, or specialized tracking databases.
• Background in talent acquisition, retention strategy, or human capital analytics with proven track record of supporting strategic workforce initiatives.
• Project management experience with ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives and drive results through influence without direct authority.
• Professional certification in HR (PHR/SPHR), compensation (CCP), or project management (PMP) demonstrating commitment to professional development.