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We are hiring - Assistant Manager – Workspace Management
Position SummaryThe Assistant Manager – Workspace Management is responsible for planning, monitoring, and optimizing workplace seating capacity across multiple business units and locations. The role focuses on seat allocation, project migrations, space utilization analysis, occupancy reconciliation, and city-level space optimization. The incumbent will work closely with business stakeholders, Workplace/Facilities teams, and Capacity Management teams to ensure efficient utilization of office infrastructure while supporting business growth and operational requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesSpace Planning & Capacity ManagementManage workplace seating capacity across assigned locations and business units.
Execute seat allocation activities based on business demand, hiring plans, and project requirements.
Maintain accurate seat inventory and workspace allocation records.
Monitor occupancy levels and recommend actions to improve capacity utilization.
Support workplace strategy initiatives to maximize efficiency of available office space.
Project Migration & Workspace TransitionsPlan and coordinate project migrations, team moves, and workspace transitions across floors, buildings, or cities.
Engage with business leaders and delivery teams to understand seating and infrastructure requirements.
Develop migration plans ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Track migration schedules, dependencies, and completion status.
Space Utilization & ReconciliationConduct regular space utilization studies and occupancy reviews.
Perform seat reconciliation exercises to validate actual occupancy against allocated capacity.
Identify underutilized, vacant, or excess seating and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain allocation data integrity through regular audits and validation.
Space OptimizationAnalyze workspace demand patterns and occupancy trends at the city level.
Recommend consolidation, optimization, and re-stacking opportunities to improve utilization.
Support strategic initiatives for cost optimization through efficient space management.
Collaborate with Facilities, Real Estate, and Workplace Operations teams on optimization projects.
Stakeholder Management & ReportingCoordinate regularly with Business Units, Delivery Teams, HR, Facilities, and Capacity Management teams.
Provide periodic reports on seating capacity, occupancy, utilization, and migration activities.
Present space-related insights and recommendations to management.
Address workspace allocation requests and business escalations within defined SLAs.
Governance & ComplianceEnsure adherence to workplace allocation policies, standards, and governance guidelines.
Maintain accurate records, dashboards, and documentation related to workspace management.
Support audits and management reviews related to seat utilization and occupancy.
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Engineering, Commerce, or related discipline.
5–8 years of experience in Workspace Management, Capacity Planning, Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, or similar functions.
Experience in managing seating capacity in large corporate or IT environments.
Required SkillsFunctional SkillsWorkspace Planning and Capacity Management
Seat Allocation and Occupancy Management
Space Utilization Analysis
Project Migration Planning
Space Reconciliation and Audits
Facilities and Workplace Operations
Data Analysis and Reporting
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At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realize your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We succeed together across teams and help our people thrive through skilled growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits.
Apply TodayIf this 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 this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
📌 Asst Manager - Workspace Management (Chennai)
🏢 JLL
📍 Chennai