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Role Overview

JLL is seeking a Director of Data Centre Leasing to support the growth of its Data Centre Advisory and Leasing platform across key EMEA markets. The role will focus on advising data centre operators, developers, and occupiers on leasing strategy, market positioning, and transaction execution within a rapidly evolving sector.

The successful candidate will work closely with capital markets and development advisory teams to deliver best-in-class advice to data centre operators for leasing strategy and sourcing tenants/occupiers within hyperscale, neocloud and enterprise clients. This role requires a strong interest in data centres and digital infrastructure, excellent commercial and analytical skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. It offers an opportunity to build deep sector expertise within a global, market-leading platform.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Execution & Client Advisory

Operator Leasing and Agency responsible for positioning, marketing, and leasing capacity across individual data centre assets or portfolios, ensuring each facility is matched with the right tenant, covenant and use case whether that’s ( colocation, powers shell, build to suite. Execute leasing transactions for hyperscale, neocloud, and large enterprise data centre occupiersSupport end-to-end deal execution, from initial site identification through to heads of terms and lease completionAdvise on power-led requirements, capacity planning, and technical real estate considerations (MW, phasing, build-to-suit, shell vs colocation)Lead lease negotiations and coordinate across internal and external stakeholders

Business Development & Pipeline Management

Engage proactively in developing occupier prospects and deal pipeline across EMEA regionBuild, manage, and grow a strong sales pipeline while achieving revenue targetsRun market sweeps and shortlists for large-scale capacity requirements across core EMEA data centre markets

Market Analysis & Client Materials

Conduct market research and analysis to support strategic decision-makingPrepare detailed client materials including transaction papers, financial comparisons, and option analysesDemonstrate sound understanding of the end-to-end site selection process, including market strategy, technical due diligence, zoning and permitting, land and commercial negotiations, and power and utility connections

Project Management & Coordination

Maintain attention to detail regarding delivery timelines and project feasibility / deliveryCoordinate closely with developers, operators, utilities, and client technical teamsEvaluate greenfield, brownfield and operational data centresManage multiple complex transactions in parallel

Required Qualifications

Experience & Background

Significant demonstratable sales experience with a track record of meeting or exceeding targetsExperience in data centre leasing, account management, hyperscale advisory, or complex transactions in Real Estate or Telecom industryProven ability to support and execute high-value, long-lead leasing transactions

Technical Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of power, scale and technical constraints impacting large scale data centre site selectionStrong European and Middle Easten market knowledge and understanding of power, permitting and infrastructure constraintsCommercially astute with strong financial and analytical capabilityStrong commercial mindset with top-tier negotiation skills

Personal Attributes

Significant sales experience with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.Comfortable working directly with technically driven clients and data centre developersHighly organised, resilient, and able to manage multiple complex transactions in parallelStrong stakeholder management skills and confidence to operate in high-pressure deal environmentsExcellent communication and client engagement skills

Language Requirements

Fluency in English is essentialAdditional European languages advantageous

Preferred Qualifications

RICS qualification preferred

Location:

On-site –London, GBR

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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