Community Manager
Chicago, IL 
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Posted 4 days ago
Job Description
Responsible for managing the tenant engagement
Manages and schedules building amenities
Special event planning for meetings and events occurring at the property for clients and tenants both small and large scale
Curates unique and worthwhile activations in public and private event space in conjunction with onsite retailers
Coordinates property synergy between office tenants, retailers, and dining establishments
Create property programming with the goal of creating a property-wide sense of inclusion and community
Assists property management team in creating welcome collateral and events for new tenants
Responds to in-person, phone and email requests from tenants and assists in providing guidance and information to tenants in a timely manner
Facilitates fitness instruction, classes, events, supply ordering, etc. at onsite gym if applicable
Utilizes common areas for pop-ups and activations for tenant engagement activations
Manages property social media sites if applicable
Creates internal marketing messaging and collateral for property programming and events
Acts as a building ambassador, including maintaining a welcoming presence in public spaces when requested and during events
Negotiate contracts with area vendors for best price, product and service
Works with JLL Experience Management corporate team to grow a local Preferred Vendor list
Fosters an up-to-date knowledge for directions to festivals, events, attractions, restaurants, hotels, tours and transportation schedules in the surrounding area, including new trends
Provides detailed reporting of the calls, emails, and requests that have come in and the type of services that has been provided and coordinated to the client and tenants
Writes, edits and sends a monthly email newsletter to tenants who have opted into the service regarding events occurring in the building and around the area, and actively seeks to grow the email list by soliciting subscribers through marketing initiatives
Provides timely and accurate invoices to the JLL Finance department to ensure accurate billing of services to clients
Stays current on knowledge of local events and cultural attractions. Researches information on these events.
Other concierge-related requests, as needed

SKILLS AND APTITUDES
Experience with marketing and event planning
Independent thinking
Creatively produce ideas to create involve retailers in office space
Ability to engage tenants and visitors to participate in events and programming
Possesses foresight to organize event logistics up to 500+ attendees
Eye for clean, concise marketing collateral
Superior knowledge of local cultural, dining, and entertainment venues, and ability to match client and tenant desires to the appropriate venue
Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, accommodating and communicating to a broad range of clientele with varied needs
Able to think quickly and efficiently when confronted with a client or tenant request
Motivated self-starter who is able to work with minimal supervision
Creative problem solver
Proactive, approachable and solution-focused
Professional demeanor and appearance
Strong planning and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Takes initiative and anticipates needs of others
Commitment to company values
Knowledgeable on Microsoft Office, iOS functions, marketing or graphic design software, and digital technology

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
At least three years' experience in marketing and event planning, including VIP guest service
Previous concierge or VIP retail experience highly-preferred
Expert-level knowledge of the local area, including current dining, retail
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

 

Job Summary
Company
JLL
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
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