Centre Manager

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.

**What this opportunity involves**:
Are you a dynamic and proactive professional with a passion for retail management? We are seeking a highly motivated Centre Manager to oversee the operations and success of Central Square Ballarat and Thompsons Parkway. As the Centre Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional client service, driving foot traffic, and maximising the return on investment for our valued clients.

**An overview of the role**:
Oversee the day-to-day operations and management of the center in conjunction with the Operations Manager.
Develop and implement business plans, budgets, and forecasts to meet the objectives of the center.
Ensure compliance with lease agreements, including timely collection of all lease-associated payments.
Maintain tenant and contractor records and files, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal obligations.
Actively monitor and reduce arrears to minimise financial risk.
Manage accounts payable invoices and accurately bill recoverable costs to tenants.
Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to execute marketing strategies and events.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, local business communities, and authorities.
Provide leadership to the centre staff, setting objectives, and guiding their development.

**Sound like you? This is what we're looking for**:
Proven experience in retail management and asset management.
Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
Strong attention to detail and a clear understanding of property management fundamentals.
Effective decision-making abilities, with the capability to resolve problems and improve operations.
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, fostering open and collaborative working relationships.
Demonstrated ability to meet targets and drive performance excellence.

**What you can expect from us**:
You'll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.

As an organisation, we don't just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World's Most Ethical Companies. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL
- We're JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovatio