Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Associate, Marketing and Communications

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated • $80K — $85K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years relevant experience in marketing and communications
  • Strong project management skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Understanding of event logistics and stakeholder engagement
  • Familiarity with brand messaging and editorial standards
  • Proficient in digital marketing tools and social media platforms
  • Interest in using AI tools for efficiency in workflows

Responsibilities

  • Support planning and on-site delivery for flagship regional investor events
  • Manage logistics and communication for the events calendar
  • Coordinate the development and review of marketing materials
  • Align materials with brand guidelines and regulatory standards
  • Track compliance approvals for marketing outputs
  • Collaborate on public relations activities and media preparedness
  • Draft internal communications to unify regional priorities
  • Schedule social media content to enhance regional online presence

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and mental health support
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • 401(k) plan with company match and financial wellness programs
  • Participation in employee co-investment programs with employer financing options
  • Support for professional development and continuous learning opportunities
Full Job Description
Associate, Marketing and Communications - LaSalle Investment Management
Location: Chicago, IL - Onsite

What this job involves:

The Associate, Marketing and Communications, serves as a strategic operational partner to LaSalle's Americas marketing team, driving the planning, execution, and delivery of integrated marketing and communications initiatives that elevate our market positioning and fuel commercial growth across the region. In this dynamic role, you'll gain comprehensive exposure to the full spectrum of marketing and communications-from flagship investor events and industry engagement to content development, stakeholder communications, and digital activation. You'll collaborate across functions with marketing, investor relations, product teams, and senior leadership to ensure seamless execution of regional marketing priorities. This is a highly visible opportunity to play an instrumental role in strengthening LaSalle's platform to market with consistency and impact, while building valuable skills in a fast-paced, sophisticated institutional investment environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:
  • Lead the planning, coordination, and on-site execution of LaSalle's flagship annual investor event and regional events calendar, managing all logistical, creative, and stakeholder engagement touchpoints while coordinating vendor relationships and post-event follow-up to ensure flawless delivery.
  • Partner with the Content Lead to develop, draft, and review marketing materials across digital and offline channels-including web content, email campaigns, social media assets, and printed collateral-ensuring alignment with messaging frameworks, brand guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage compliance tracking and approval workflows for all marketing materials, coordinating timely sign-offs and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards before distribution or publication.
  • Draft and schedule social media content across LaSalle's platforms (primarily LinkedIn) to amplify regional presence, events, thought leadership, research insights, and press coverage, while monitoring performance metrics and optimizing engagement strategies.
  • Coordinate public relations activities in partnership with external agencies, supporting media interview preparation, spokesperson positioning, press coverage amplification, and internal communications that align teams around regional priorities and market narratives.
  • Leverage enterprise technology platforms including AI tools (JLL GPT, Claude), project management systems (WorkFront), and marketing technology solutions to enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability across content creation, workflow optimization, execution tracking, and reporting.
  • Support advocacy efforts that enable internal stakeholders to represent the Americas market consistently and confidently, ensuring messaging coherence across all communications touchpoints.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, or related field.
  • 3+ years of relevant professional experience in marketing and communications, preferably within financial services, real estate, or institutional investment environments.
  • Strong project management and organizational capabilities with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously while maintaining quality, attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to craft clear, persuasive, and audience-focused content across diverse formats and channels including digital, print, and social media.
  • Proficiency with digital marketing tools, content management systems, social media platforms (particularly LinkedIn), and strong aptitude for learning and adopting new marketing technologies and AI-powered workflow tools.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with event planning and execution, including logistics coordination, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement for corporate or industry events.
  • Familiarity with compliance and regulatory approval processes for marketing materials in regulated industries such as financial services or investment management.
  • Understanding of brand messaging, tone of voice, and editorial standards with ability to ensure consistency across all content and communications touchpoints.
  • Experience using project management platforms (such as WorkFront or similar enterprise systems) and AI-powered tools to streamline workflows and improve content quality and operational efficiency.
  • Knowledge of public relations practices, media relations, and spokesperson support, including experience working with external PR agencies.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying current with emerging marketing trends, technologies, and industry best practices.
  • Interest in or knowledge of commercial real estate, institutional investment, or asset management industries.

What LaSalle Offers:

A comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and work-life balance, including the following (all benefits subject to hired employees meeting requirements for eligibility):
  • Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and additional ancillary insurance plans.
  • Generous paid time off, including paid company holidays. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care and wellness programs.
  • Financial wellness is supported through a 401(k) plan with a company match, flexible spending accounts, or a health savings account.
  • Wealth-building opportunity through participation in LaSalle's employee co-investment program across LaSalle's range of products, inclusive of attractive employer-provided financing. Employee co-invest is subject to eligibility and products that are open for investment.


This role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus subject to the terms and conditions of the LaSalle Bonus Program.

US Jobs Only: This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

80,000.00 - 85,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Chicago, IL

Opening Type:

Replacement

About Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Jones Lang LaSalle is a financial and professional services firm that specializes in commercial real estate services and investment management. Its services include: tenant representation for organizations that lease office, industrial and retail spaces; consulting, which supports companies to develop workplace strategies such as occupancy planning, relocations, and energy and environmental sustainability initiatives; project and development services to manage ground-up creation, building construction, and major interior renovations; capital markets and real estate investment banking, which helps organizations buy and sell properties, and improve the financial impact of their real estate; facilities management for a variety of properties including office towers, retail and exhibition centers, and government, collegiate and industrial complexes; property management services, that provide on-site administration to help owners of office, industrial, retail and specialty properties reduce costs and enhance their property values; and valuations that provide impartial assessments of real estate worth through more than 200 corporate offices in 70 countries. Jones Lang LaSalle was formed by the merger of Jones Lang Wootton, a British firm with origins dating back to 1783, and LaSalle Partners, an American company formed from a predecessor launched in 1968. Jones Lang Wootton opened its first US office in New York in 1975. In 1997, the initial public offering was completed by LaSalle Partners for the company's common stock in the market.

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated Careers

Join the dynamic team at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), a global leader in real estate services, where your career journey is just as important as the professional milestones you aim to achieve. At JLL, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for growth, innovation, and leadership in an industry that shapes the world around us.

Work You’ll Do

At JLL, you will be part of a culture that prizes diversity, teamwork, and forward-thinking. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, JLL offers a variety of roles that cater to your professional skills and personal development goals. Our team is composed of the brightest minds in real estate, providing you with unparalleled mentorship and networking opportunities that foster career advancement.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that redefine the real estate landscape, leveraging JLL’s global scale and deep industry expertise. Our commitment to innovation is evident in every strategy we implement and every building we manage. By joining our team, you will collaborate with professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and push the boundaries of what is possible in real estate.

Professional Growth and Development

JLL is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are equipped for success. Our benefits extend beyond the basics, encompassing health, wellness, and financial planning to support you and your family at all stages of life.

Explore Job Opportunities

JLL is continuously expanding, and we are hiring across multiple disciplines. Explore positions that match your skills and interests in areas such as property management, sustainability, financial analysis, and more. We look for driven, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to make an impact.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a JLL internship. Gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make invaluable industry connections. Our internships provide a deep dive into the real estate sector, allowing you to apply academic learning to real-world challenges.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated? Search open positions, read about our employment benefits, and prepare your resume. The interview process at JLL not only assesses your fit for the company but also ensures our culture aligns with your career aspirations.

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Networking and Industry Leadership

At JLL, networking doesn’t end with your hire date. Continue to connect with leaders and peers through our various professional networks and community engagement initiatives. Lead the way in industry discussions, participate in global conferences, and contribute to innovative solutions that drive the future of real estate. At Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us in shaping the future of real estate, one innovation at a time.
Learn more about Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
Size
98,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$402.5 million
Founded
1783
5 Year Trend
+8.3%
Revenue
$16.5 billion
NASDAQ
JLL
* Ladders Estimates

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