Senior Director, Financial Analysis

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .   Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.    Job Requisition Senior Finance Director – APAC Contracts Location:  Bangalore, India Business Line:  Account Management Reporting to:  Divisional Finance Director Key Stakeholders:  Client Finance Leadership, Account Director, REMS APAC Finance, Regional Account Management Leadership, Global Finance & Functional Stakeholders Role Objective The Senior Finance Director – APAC Contracts is a  client-based finance role  and senior member of the Regional Finance Leadership team, embedded within the account structure to lead end-to-end financial management of a complex APAC client contract. Operating from Bangalore, this role serves as the  dedicated finance partner embedded within the client account team , providing direct financial leadership and commercial oversight to drive contract performance, governance, and strategic value creation. As the primary finance representative on the account, you will work in close partnership with the Account Director and Client Finance Leadership to deliver seamless financial service delivery across the APAC region. This is a  client-facing, commercially-focused finance leadership position  accountable for financial performance, contract management, commercial governance, forecasting, and reporting. The role requires deep integration with account operations and client stakeholders, while maintaining strong collaboration with REMS APAC Finance and engaging global internal stakeholders on complex commercial, contractual, and cross-regional matters.

Client-Based Strategic Business Partnering Serve as the  embedded finance leader within the client account team , acting as the primary finance partner to the Client and Account Director with direct accountability for financial strategy and commercial outcomes. Function as the  single point of financial accountability  for APAC service delivery under the client contract, operating from the Bangalore hub as an integral member of the account leadership team. Provide proactive strategic financial advice to support operational decisions, commercial negotiations, investment cases, and growth initiatives specific to the client relationship. Lead  senior-level client discussions  on financial performance, forecasts, savings initiatives, contract changes, and governance, representing JLL's financial perspective directly to client stakeholders. Partner closely with Account Leadership and REMS APAC Finance to drive  client-specific value creation , cost optimization, risk mitigation, and continuous performance improvement. Build and maintain  trusted, collaborative relationships  with client finance teams and operational leaders, positioning finance as a strategic enabler of client success. Commercial & Contract Management (Client-Focused) Own the  commercial governance of the APAC client contract , ensuring full compliance with contractual, financial, and commercial obligations while protecting both client and JLL interests. Lead  contract change control processes  (CCNs), scope changes, pricing adjustments, and policy updates specific to the client agreement, ensuring commercial integrity and timely execution. Provide  financial leadership for commercial negotiations , contract renewals, extensions, and service expansions, working directly with client stakeholders and account teams. Escalate and resolve  complex commercial or contractual issues