Data Centre Sales & Solutions Director

Data Centre Sales & Solutions Director

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sales & Solutions Director to join JLL and accelerate growth within the dynamic Data Centre sector.

The primary purpose of this role is to coordinate the development of data centre solutions for prospective clients across critical digital infrastructure opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sales & Solution Development

• Partner with Head of Sales and Solutions to execute strategic data centre opportunities (hyperscale, colocation, edge computing, mission‑critical facilities)
• Manage multiple SMEs from JLL and technology partners through the complete bid process
• Coordinate custom teams to build data centre‑specific staffing models, operational efficiency pathways, and power/cooling optimization strategies
• Develop winning value propositions tailored to uptime requirements, sustainability commitments (PUE, WUE, carbon reduction), and total cost of ownership
• Assess financial and operational risks related to data centre complexity, capacity planning, and regulatory compliance
• Partner with Operations, engineering SMEs, and marketing to deliver competitive, tailored solutions
• Support contracting process, ensuring alignment on SLAs, performance metrics, and data centre‑specific terms

Growth & Business Development

• Support Head of Sales and Solutions through all phases of the data centre sales process
• Lead development of data centre solutions incorporating critical infrastructure, capacity planning, and power/cooling management
• Own pro forma during RFP negotiations to validate scope and price changes on P&L
• Partner with Legal/Commercial to ensure all bid details make it into final agreements
• Identify additional sales opportunities including expansion capacity, sustainability services, predictive maintenance, and digital twin implementations
• Maintain thorough knowledge of competitive data centre management landscape
• Ensure best solutions, practices, and competitive pricing applied to every deal
• Participate in client discovery sessions to diagnose operational needs and customize technical/commercial approach

Solution Coordination & Deliverables

• Data centre site tours and technical facility assessments
• Integrated solution design (MEP systems, power distribution, cooling infrastructure, monitoring)
• Portfolio cost modelling specific to data centre operations (energy costs, maintenance, lifecycle planning)
• Financial pricing models (internal pro forma)
• Proposed organisational structure (critical facilities management, engineering teams, 24/7 operations)
• Scope clarification (mission‑critical services, uptime commitments, response protocols)
• Technical and operational functional reviews
• Risk assessment and mitigation documentation for criticality levels and compliance requirements

Key Requirements

Core Competencies

• Strategic mindset – Understand future data centre infrastructure trends (AI/ML compute, edge deployment, sustainability) and translate into achievable sales outcomes
• Performance‑driven – Lead team to win complex technical opportunities and maintain momentum during intensive evaluations
• Client‑centric – Deep understanding of operators’ critical concerns (uptime, efficiency, scalability, compliance)
• Customer service excellence – Dedicated to exceeding expectations in high‑stakes environments through right technical solutions
• Influential leadership – Persuasive with gravitas to drive change in complex procurement processes
• Connector – Brings together technical, operational, and commercial stakeholders across organisations
• Thrives in complexity – Navigates multifaceted organisations with multiple technical stakeholders and competing priorities

Key Performance Measures

• Strong sales results driving increased and profitable data centre portfolio growth YOY
• Collaborative team player driving firm, team, and personal objectives
• Demonstrable exposure across consulting, transactions, project delivery, and operational functions, providing a comprehensive understanding of the full WPM lifecycle and integrated service offerings.
• Effective utilisation of processes and tools for improved sales and pipeline management
• Quality coordination of solutions resources across geographies
• Seamless handover to transition teams and account management for client satisfaction

Location

Remote – London, GBR

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.