Global real estate and investment management leader JLL has announced a major expansion in India with a 120,000 sq. ft. office facility in Hyderabad’s Financial District. The new center, part of JLL Business Services (JBS), will become the company’s second major capability hub in India after Gurugram, creating over 1,600 skilled jobs by Q1 2026.
This move reinforces India’s position as a strategic base for high-value global capability centers (GCCs) that drive innovation, analytics, and digitally enabled operations.
A Strategic Leap: From Support Services to Advanced Capabilities
The new Hyderabad facility spans two floors in the Prestige Sky Tech building, reflecting JLL’s transition from traditional support functions to advanced global operations that power its consulting excellence worldwide.
Once operational, the center will join JLL’s network of Shared Service Centers across six countries, collectively employing 6,000+ professionals, more than half of whom are based in India.
Matthew Rees, Chief Shared Service Center Officer, JBS, stated:
“We are not simply adding office space – we’re creating opportunities for professionals to contribute to world-class operations that directly influence commercial real estate decisions across global markets.”
Core Functions of the New GCC
The Hyderabad hub will drive multiple high-value operations, including:
- Advanced analytics & data-driven insights
- AI- and technology-enabled business solutions
- Strategic advisory functions
- Finance, HR & project development services
- Global lease administration
- Complex business process management
These functions position the center as a strategic global operations engine, not just a back-office support unit.
Designed for the Future of Work
In line with global workplace evolution, the new facility will feature:
- Collaborative and hybrid-friendly workspaces
- LEED-certified sustainability elements
- Wellness amenities
- Flexible layouts aligned with JLL’s Workforce Preference Barometer 2025
The center will be one of JLL’s most modern and employee-centric offices worldwide.
India’s Talent Advantage
JLL leaders underscore India’s transformation into a powerhouse for global real estate innovation.
Dheeraj Popli, Head, Global Service Center, India, said:
“Indian professionals now spearhead cutting-edge R&D, AI development, and complex business operations that directly influence global decision-making.”
India’s combination of deep technical expertise, strong business acumen, and collaborative culture continues to attract strategic global investments like JLL’s.
Hyderabad: A Rising GCC Powerhouse
Hyderabad’s growth as a preferred GCC destination is driven by:
- Highly skilled tech and analytics workforce
- Robust digital and physical infrastructure
- Proactive, business-friendly government policies
- Competitive cost-to-value advantages
These factors align closely with JLL’s long-term global service delivery strategy.
Strengthening India’s GCC Leadership
India currently hosts 1,950+ GCCs employing 1.9 million+ professionals, contributing significantly to its digital and economic growth. JLL’s investment further validates the country’s evolution from cost-arbitrage centers to strategic innovation partners for global enterprises.
Conclusion
With its new Hyderabad capability center, JLL reinforces its commitment to India as a core pillar of its worldwide operations. The expansion strengthens JLL’s global consulting capabilities and deepens its role in shaping the future of real estate analytics, technology, and decision-making.
India’s position as a GCC hub continues to rise — and JLL’s investment is another milestone in this accelerating transformation.
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