Jobs › Jones Lang LaSalle

Vice President, Brokerage

Jones Lang LaSalle · Chicago, IL · Full time

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

Apply at Jones Lang LaSalle

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a lease or sale you closed that you are proud of. What did you do that another broker might not have?

What they are checking: Whether they have real deal experience and can explain the value they personally added.

How do you work with research, finance and other JLL teams to win a pitch?

What they are checking: Whether they use the firm's platform rather than working alone.

Tell me about a deal that fell apart late. What happened and what did you learn?

What they are checking: Resilience and honest reflection after a lost deal.

How do you stay in touch with clients between transactions, which can be years apart?

What they are checking: Whether they build long-term relationships that bring repeat business.

What does your prospecting look like in a typical week?

What they are checking: Whether they have the steady habits needed to sustain a commission-based career.

What would you do

This is a commission-based role. Walk me through how you would build your book of business in Chicago.

What they are checking: Whether they have a realistic prospecting plan and the drive to earn in a pay-for-performance role.

A client wants to sign quickly, but you believe they can get a better deal by waiting. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they put the client's interest first and can explain the trade-offs clearly.

How do you handle a landlord who will not move on a key term your client needs?

What they are checking: Their negotiating approach and ability to find creative trades.

About the work

What is happening in the Chicago office market right now, and how would you advise a tenant whose lease expires in two years?

What they are checking: Current market knowledge and the ability to turn it into practical advice.

How do you calculate and explain net effective rent to a client comparing two offers?

What they are checking: Whether they can do and explain the core financial analysis behind lease decisions.

Practice this interview out loud.

Offer builds a real interview for this exact role at Jones Lang LaSalle from your resume and this job description, asks the questions one at a time, and tells you what landed. The first one is free.

Practice this out loud

The full job description

As published by Jones Lang LaSalle.

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. TBD This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Expected compensation for this position: This is a commission-based role with earnings directly tied to performance. 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 If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. 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. Some of these benefits include: • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement . For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here . Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com . This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. California Residents only If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

Apply at Jones Lang LaSalle