Head of Finance – Real Estate Capital

Position: Head of Finance – JLL Real Estate Capital
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Head of Finance - JLL Real Estate Capital
JLL Capital Markets Agency Lending Business
About JLL
We're JLL-a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities. As a Fortune 200 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions.

We have operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of over 115,000 individuals. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve our full potential.
The Opportunity
JLL seeks a strategic Head of Finance to lead the finance team of JLL Real Estate Capital ("JREC"), JLL's agency lending business that sits within its Capital Markets Services segment. The JREC business has grown significantly over the past decade, leveraging programs overseen by government-backed agencies, including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. As of June 30, 2025, the business serviced nearly $140 billion of loans it originated under these and other programs.

This business is a very important part of both JLL's Capital Markets Services segment, which generated over $2B of revenue in 2024, and the broader JLL enterprise, which has very aspirational growth objectives.
This role will (i) serve as the primary finance partner for business leadership within JREC, (ii) be the key finance leader involved in risk management and compliance activities, and (iii) ensure seamless coordination with finance and business leadership in Capital Markets Services and JLL, with particular emphasis on amplifying the interconnectivity of operations in furtherance of the OneJLL strategy. The position requires deep expertise in complex accounting environments, regulatory compliance, and financial risk management.
Filling this role with a highly competent and innovative finance leader is a critical objective.
This role is based in Chicago, IL, requires a minimum of three days per week in-office and will report directly to the Global CFO of Capital Markets, with a matrix reporting line to the leadership of JREC.

Key Responsibilities
Business Partnership :
Serve as strategic finance partner to JREC business leadership, providing financial insight on business decisions including pricing strategies, market expansion opportunities, and operational efficiency initiatives.
Portfolio Analysis & Risk Management :
Synthesize loan pipeline data, servicing portfolio metrics, and market trends to deliver forward-looking business insights. Partner with business leaders on data structure and process improvements to enhance analytical capabilities. Identify, monitor and report on financial risks specific to agency lending operations including credit risk, interest rate risk, operational risk, and regulatory compliance risk. Develop risk mitigation strategies and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
Performance and Financial Reporting :
Provide standard monthly, quarterly and annual reporting on JREC performance with focus on key lending metrics including those addressing loan origination and servicing volumes, pipeline analysis, net interest margin on warehoused loans, credit quality, and regulatory and peer-relevant metrics. Automate reporting processes where possible
Planning & Analysis :
Lead annual planning and forecasting processes for JREC, incorporating regulatory requirements, existing portfolio data, and business growth projections. Develop sophisticated financial models that account for the complexities of agency lending operations.
Regulatory Compliance & SOX :
Ensure full compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and other internal control requirements. Maintain comprehensive understanding of agency lending regulations and ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory frameworks. Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, and other stakeholders. Support preparation of regulatory and contractual filings.
Working Capital Management :
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