JLL promotes Ramesh to COO for business operations

Ramesh Nair

Mumbai: International property consultancy Jones Lang LaSalle has promoted Ramesh Nair, previously Managing Director -West India, to the role of Chief Operating Officer - Business, India.

In a release, the firm said, in addition to his current responsibilities of heading JLL’s western India business and oversight of research and marketing practices, he has been entrusted with stewardship of the Property and Asset Management vertical. Continuing to be based out of Mumbai, Ramesh Nair's enhanced role within the organisation’s country leadership is effective from Aug 1.

Santhosh Kumar, CEO - Operations, Jones Lang LaSalle India says, “Ramesh is highly regarded across India amongst our clients and employees and this elevation is a testament to his contributions to the firm. Ramesh brings a strong background of handling multiple asset classes in various geographies and has consistently delivered exceptional results and has demonstrated principled leadership. Ramesh has been an influential member of the Firm’s leadership in India, playing a major role in shaping our overall strategy over the last few years.

This role advancement further empowers him to bring into play his demonstrated real estate business skills towards fortifying our other critical business verticals in India. The promotion is in line with Jones Lang LaSalle India's organizational philosophy of constantly empowering its leaders to attain their optimum potential".

An acknowledged thought leader within the Indian real estate industry and the Firm, Ramesh Nair is more than prepared to take on the opportunities coming his way in his enhanced role. His extensive experience of nearly 16 years within the IPC sector (14 of which are at Jones Lang LaSalle India), his exemplary track record in building the Firm's business in both the West and South Indian markets and strong relationships with developers, investors and occupiers equip him to surpass all his previous performances.

"I look forward to working more closely with our clients and employees, to enhance our position across markets, drive growth, and produce excellent outcomes for clients and employees. I am confident that we will continue to advance our position as the country’s largest real estate service provider," says Ramesh Nair.

"Real estate services is a highly people oriented business, and our Property and Asset Management vertical has over 10,000 direct and indirect staff in India. The ability to attract, develop, retain and deploy talent has been the single biggest determinant of our competitive success in India," he adds.