Overview

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL 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. Ready to Transform Your Design Career? Join Corporate Real Estate. Are you an architect or interior designer looking to leverage your creative expertise in a dynamic corporate environment? We're seeking a talented Senior Occupancy Planner to bring design thinking and spatial innovation to our fast-paced corporate real estate team. In this role, you'll apply your design background to solve complex space planning challenges, working directly with executive stakeholders to create functional, innovative workplace solutions. Your architectural training and spatial design skills will be your foundation as you transition into strategic corporate real estate-where your creativity meets business impact. This hybrid position is based in Richmond, Virginia, requiring 3 days onsite each week, and reports to the Regional Occupancy Planning Manager. What You'll Do: Strategic Space Planning & DesignLeverage your design expertise to develop innovative test fits, space allocation plans, and workplace strategies using your CAD skills and spatial design thinkingCreate comprehensive space solutions including adjacency diagrams, test fits, restack strategies, and move sequencing plansApply workplace design principles-agile methodologies, design thinking, and collaborative workspace concepts-to optimize space utilizationDevelop multiple creative solutions for complex occupancy challenges such as mergers, rapid growth, consolidations, and organizational changeUse your planning /design background to forecast space demand and create compelling visual presentations that tell a story Client Partnership & Stakeholder EngagementBuild strong relationships with end users, translating their business needs and workflows into innovative spatial solutionsDeliver compelling presentations to executive leadership, demonstrating your design perspective and strategic recommendationsNavigate conversations across all organizational levels-from executives to associates-with confidence and adaptabilityApply best-in-class design knowledge and external research to inform client solutionsManage change effectively, facilitating smooth transitions through thoughtful design and planning Data-Driven Decision MakingAnalyze building data, organizational metrics, and occupancy patterns to inform strategic space planning decisionsCreate visually impactful presentations that combine data insights with storytelling Utilize advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis, formulas) to support planning recommendationsMonitor cost-saving initiatives and demonstrate value-added contributions through data analyticsManage space allocations and data accuracy for a real estate portfolio using CAFM/IWMS database systems Multitasking in a Dynamic EnvironmentJuggle multiple projects with varying priorities-from strategic initiatives to tactical requestsTrack numerous moving parts across concurrent projects, maintaining organization and attention to detailAdapt flexibly to rapidly changing business needs and evolving requirementsWork collaboratively within a matrixed team environment alongside project managers and furniture specialistsDomestic travel as required What You'll Bring: Design and/or Planning Foundation (Preferred)Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Business, Real Estate, or related fieldBackground in architecture or interior design that translates beautifully to corporate space planning Technical SkillsTest fit/