Head of Infrastructure Architecture

** Head of Infrastructure Architecture
** For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage, and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $20.8 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 108,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise.

Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated.  We are seeking an experienced Head of Infrastructure Architecture, reporting to the Head of Infrastructure and Operations. As a senior role in the infrastructure and operations (I&O) function within IT, this individual is responsible for designing and influencing The head of I&O brings experience, knowledge, and future vision for transforming the I&O function, including its strategy, operating model, product and service offerings and workforce.

The role holder is a senior stakeholder in all relationships with externally sourced infrastructure and operations capabilities.

As a key member of the senior IT leadership team, this role contributes to the development and execution of the enterprise-wide IT strategy and is responsible for ensuring I&O strategy is fully aligned, positioning I&O to deliver compelling business value.
** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Top Level Responsibilities** :  Streamline service management practices, enable a compelling digital employee experience and improve the value the enterprise receives from infrastructure platforms and services.
** Develop and engage talent**:
Create future-proofing talent strategies to develop, upskill, and retain an adaptive workforce amid the impact of generative AI and automation and adopt leadership principles that engage teams and executives to change culture build soft skills and improve the employee experience.
** Leadership Requirements** :
Has a clear strategic vision, with the ability to develop and communicate an Infrastructure Architecture vision that inspires and motivates staff and aligns with the I&O and business strategy. :
Be the technical voice of I&O. Exceptional communication skills and ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to various audiences, including board members, executives, technical teams, and non-technical staff; aptitude to facilitate collaboration and build relationships across business lines is critical. Able to articulate architecture’s approach to risk taking to nontechnical audiences in a way that increases sponsorship and support for I&O’s endeavors.:
Strong business acumen, including industry, domain-specific knowledge of the enterprise and its business units. Deep understanding of current and emerging I&O technologies and practices, and how other enterprises are employing them:
Possess an appropriate understanding of risk management principles and methodologies; ability to assess and prioritize risks effectively, develop risk mitigation strategies, and ensure that in-placed controls are aligned with governance and policy requirements.
** Additional Requirements
** 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and operations management, with at least 5 years in an Architect and Senior leadership role in a technical capacity in the ESM, Cloud, Advanced network and Database disciplines. Strong knowledge of current and emerging technologies, including cloud computing, virtualization, network architecture, protocols and technologies, with an understanding of related IT security strategies

Experience with ITIL framework and IT service management best practices
• Strategic thinker with a proven track record of implementing large-scale IT initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience as a collaborative and influential leader instilling confidence among stakeholders in FORTUNE 500 environments.  At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to…