About the Role
As a Workplace Experience & Operations Coordinator based in Tokyo, Japan, you will own the overall workplace experience and be the first impression for employees, visitors, and partners, delivering a high-touch, high-impact experience. You will manage daily operations in the Tokyo office, collaborate with the local building Community team, and partner with the Workplace Operations Lead and serviced office/co-working partner. You will contribute to larger workplace initiatives, office activations, and global cultural programs, enhancing employee experience, operational excellence, and cross-site community across APAC. This role is part of the Real Estate & Workplace Services team, ensuring every Client environment is welcoming, functional, and aligned with the mission of supporting all of humanity.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership for the overall workplace experience and identify and resolve issues end to end, escalating only for safety risks, major disruptions, or out-of-scope decisions.
- Serve as the first point of contact for employees and visitors in Tokyo, Japan, delivering warm, professional hospitality while following site security protocols and issuing visitor passes.
- Engage with staff routinely to solicit their workplace experience feedback and independently resolve requests, escalating where there are new precedents, impacts safety, multi-site impact, or policy/leadership needs.
- Conduct daily office walkthroughs to ensure a clean, safe, and well-stocked environment.
- Oversee mail, shipping and receiving, office supplies, snacks, and general inventory.
- Manage employee requests through the Jira ticketing system or as advised by Client, responding with empathy and efficiency, and coordinating with vendors as needed.
- Coordinate and execute on-site and remote events, securing space, managing AV setup, greeting guests, and liaising with catering or logistics teams.
- Be accountable to the overall budget, escalating only when costs, scope, risk, or safety considerations materially change.
- Support and manage meeting rooms, all-hands spaces, and other bookable areas, troubleshooting calendar clashes and ensuring the environment is meeting-ready.
- Coordinate with external vendors and building partners for day-to-day services, ensuring consistent service delivery and building relationships.
- Maintain a strong working relationship with building management teams, coordinating access control, cleaning schedules, maintenance visits, and ongoing facilities needs.
- Act as a culture ambassador by supporting Workplace-led employee programs, fostering inclusive spaces, and helping implement company-wide traditions and celebrations.
- Set up desks, provision equipment, and conduct office tours for new hires, providing a memorable onboarding experience.
- Communicate updates and announcements through Slack or email, ensuring clarity around visitor experience, space usage, and office operations.
- Work closely with the Workplace Operations Lead on regional initiatives, office rollouts, employee programs, and special projects.
- Collaborate with the co-working/serviced office partner and Workplace Security during safety drills, evacuation exercises, and on-site projects.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in office coordination, hospitality, facilities, or workplace operations.
- A strong operational mindset with a genuine passion for building meaningful employee experiences.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills across email, Slack, and in-person interactions.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and comfort using internal systems like Jira or help desk platforms.
- A proactive, positive, and solutions-oriented attitude.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Potential for overtime and after-hours coverage when necessary.
Skills
- Office Coordination
- Hospitality
- Facilities Management
- Workplace Operations
- Google Workspace
- Jira
- Slack
- Communication
Location
- Tokyo, Japan
Work Type
- On-site
Experience Level
- 3+ years
About the Company
- JLL empowers employees to shape a brighter way forward by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology for clients.
- JLL is committed to hiring and empowering talented people to thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a place where they belong.
- JLL is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services.
- JLL is a Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries.
- JLL's purpose is to shape the future of real estate for a better world.
- JLL helps clients, people, and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM.
- JLL (NYSE: JLL) has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage, and invest in commercial, industrial, hotel, residential, and retail properties for over 200 years.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
