Head of Public Sector Valuations

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Ready to lead Australia's most complex and significant valuation portfolio? JLL is seeking an exceptional Senior Director to head our Public Sector Valuations team. From our Melbourne or Canberra office, you'll lead teams across Australia delivering market-defining government valuations.

This isn't just about valuations - it's about thought leadership, strategic client partnerships, and developing the next generation of valuation professionals.

What You’ll Do

Manage Australia's most complex government and public sector valuation assignments

Take ownership on high-risk, high-profile projects

Ensure all deliverables meet IVS, API, and IFRS reporting standards

Develop innovative strategies that balance client needs with risk management

Lead and mentor Public Sector team leaders across multiple locations

Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Generate new business through strategic client engagement and business development

Exceed client expectations on every engagement

Provide flexible, problem-solving approaches tailored to client needs

Maintain regular touchpoints to strengthen long-term partnerships

Position JLL as the first-choice service provider for public sector valuations

What You'll Bring

CPV qualification

Australian Citizenship (essential for government security clearances)

Ability to obtain and maintain relevant baseline security clearances

10+ years of related valuation experience

Recognition as an expert in specialist fields (plant, land, building valuations)

Advanced knowledge of commercial property markets and public sector assets

Strong understanding of ESG considerations in professional services

Proven track record managing P&L and team budgets

Demonstrated success leading geographically dispersed teams

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strategic mindset with strong analytical and financial acumen

What JLL Can Offer You

Uncapped earning potential. Our salary and bonus structure rewards top performers

Recognition benefits

Corporate discounts and offers

'You' Days

Health & Wellbeing programs

Learning & Development platforms

Mentorship from industry-leading professionals

Paid time off for volunteer work

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 and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. 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.

Apply today, quoting job reference number REQ511605.

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

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 innovation and succeed together.