Assistant Facilities Manager

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.

Gurgaon

Full Time

Assistant Manager

About JLL

JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our vision is to reimagine the world of real estate, creating rewarding opportunities and amazing spaces where people can achieve their ambitions. In doing so, we will build a better tomorrow for our clients, our people, and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional facility management solutions.

Position Overview

The Assistant Facility Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of facility management service delivery during assigned shifts at our Gurgaon location. This role ensures seamless operations across technical services, soft services, vendor management, and compliance while maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and client satisfaction. The Assistant Facility Manager is accountable for completing high-priority works and managing escalations during their shift.

What This Job Involves

Putting Safety and Comfort First

Your primary concern is ensuring a safer, more comfortable work environment for employees and visitors. You will plan and execute preparations for client meetings, conferences, and VIP visits while overseeing mailroom operations, front office services, and housekeeping standards. Your role is central to creating exceptional workplace experiences.

High-Level Technical Operations

Coordinate with engineering teams to address technical issues promptly during shifts. Monitor critical building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety systems, DG sets, and UPS operations. Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and escalate technical concerns as needed. Support sustainability initiatives including energy optimization and green building practices.

Core Soft Services Excellence

Manage and supervise housekeeping, security, front office, helpdesk, mailroom, and cafeteria operations. Conduct regular facility walkthroughs to ensure cleanliness, upkeep, and service quality across all areas. Implement and monitor service level agreements (SLAs) for all soft service providers. Address employee queries and concerns through phone and email communication promptly.

Budget Management and Financial Controls

Assist in understanding and managing office services budgets. Monitor expenditures and identify cost optimization opportunities. Track vendor invoicing and coordinate with finance teams for timely processing. Manage accruals for month-end and year-end closing activities.

Statutory Compliance and Safety

Ensure adherence to all statutory requirements including Factory Act, Building Bye-Laws, fire safety regulations, and environmental compliance. Maintain licenses, permits, and compliance registers with proper renewal tracking. Coordinate fire drills semi-annually and ensure emergency preparedness. Implement and monitor safety protocols across all operations.

Vendor Management

Supervise third-party vendor (TPV) staff performance across security, housekeeping, cafeteria, and other services. Conduct shift briefings and ensure vendor staff deployment meets requirements. Monitor vendor performance matrices and provide monthly feedback to the Facility Manager. Ensure vendor staff grooming standards and adherence to client policies. Manage escalations with vendors and ensure timely issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Helpdesk and Mailroom Operations

Provide management advice on helpdesk and mailroom escalations during shifts. Ensure immediate response to priority calls from employees and tracking systems. Manage crisis situations and follow established escalation processes. Clear government agency mail and C-mail to proper recipients promptly.

Front Office Operations

Oversee front office operations and address escalated issues during shifts. Conduct regular rounds of lobby areas, front desk, and restrooms to ensure high housekeeping standards. Respond immediately to priority calls and maintain professional service standards. Coordinate VIP and client visits with front office teams.

Housekeeping Operations

Conduct shift briefings and monitor housekeeping deployment and performance. Coordinate with housekeeping managers on client/VIP visits. Perform facility walkthroughs covering restrooms, breakout areas, workstations, meeting rooms, and common areas. Identify snags, ensure timely closure, and report to management. Close housekeeping service requests within turnaround time (TAT) without escalations. Discuss vendor performance and provide input for monthly evaluations.

General Operations and Administration

Maintain breakout areas and reprographic equipment in excellent condition. Document all communications. Conduct facility walkarounds following established maps and guides. Adhere to client policies, processes, procedures, and statutory requirements. Meet agreed SLAs and KPIs with clients. Assist with ISO audits, internal audits, and external audits with proper documentation. Update operational level agreements (OLA) daily and monthly in tracking tools. Coordinate VIP visits with events teams without escalations. Maintain knowledge and functionality of facility management tools. Govern pest control, carpet maintenance, wellness rooms, ambulance services, indoor plants, recreation rooms, and gym operations. Conduct scheduled meetings and focus sessions with project teams. Participate in and manage semi-annual fire drills. Prepare and share daily, weekly, and monthly reports on time. Maintain all relevant checklists as per requirements. Adapt to and implement new initiatives effectively.

Additional Responsibilities

Prepare and review duty manager, helpdesk, and mailroom rosters. Prepare and share weekly and monthly reports including MMR and facility templates. Participate in interviews for security managers, housekeeping managers, and helpdesk candidates. Assist in maintaining compliance scores across all operational parameters. Prepare and share JLL team attendance records. Support Facility Manager and Senior Facility Manager with escalations and special reports. Conduct random audits of mailroom, helpdesk, time office, visitor management systems, cafeteria counters, wellness rooms, and cloak rooms. Manage workplace stores and inventory. Conduct training sessions for team members and TPV staff on ethics, code of conduct, business continuity planning (BCP), and client-specific policies. Train and support new team members. Ensure effective implementation of new initiatives and process improvements. Manage site operations in absence of Workplace Manager. Coordinate with transport and events teams on critical matters. Assist Workplace Manager during crisis situations and BCP activation. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of site-specific policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Tertiary qualifications in hotel management, building management, or business administration preferred.

3-6 years of experience in facilities management within IT, corporate, hotel, or FM services industries. Minimum 3 years of industry-specific experience required.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite and email communication. Working knowledge of facility management systems and tracking tools. Understanding of budget management and financial controls. Familiarity with statutory compliance requirements and documentation.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Strong vendor management and negotiation skills. Customer service orientation with problem-solving mindset. Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.

Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities. Continuous learning attitude and adaptability to change. Positive thinking and proactive approach to challenges. Ability to work under pressure during shifts and emergencies.

What We Can Do for YouAt JLL, we empower you to become the best version of yourself by helping you realize your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We support your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits package. You will have opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and working with industry-leading clients on world-class facilities.

Sound Like You?If you are equipped to set up teams for success, can work effectively as both a leader and team member, and have the ability to bring about positive changes while following through with implementation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join JLL in reimagining the world of real estate!

JLL is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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!

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 innovation and succeed together.