JLL Achieves Ethisphere’s Compliance Leader Verification for Business Integrity

JLL Achieves Prestigious Compliance Leader Verification

In a notable recognition of its ethical business practices, JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has been awarded the distinguished Compliance Leader Verification™ by Ethisphere, a respected authority in defining and promoting the highest standards of corporate ethics. This accolade, announced on June 23, 2025, spotlights JLL's unwavering commitment to integrity within its operations.

Alan Tse, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for JLL, expressed the company's philosophy stating, "At JLL, our ethics program empowers every employee to be a guardian of our ethical standards where trust, fairness, and accountability are the foundation of our daily operations." This commitment to ethical conduct is imbued in the firm's culture, which underlines all aspects of its business processes and initiatives. Ethisphere's rigorous evaluation framework assesses organizations across various domains, with JLL excelling in six critical areas, including program resources and structure, perceptions of ethical culture, and written standards. Additionally, the assessment considers training and communication, risk assessment, monitoring and auditing, and enforcement, discipline, and incentives.

Jodie Fredericksen, Ethisphere’s Senior Compliance Counsel, commented on JLL's achievement, asserting that "this Compliance Leader Verification reflects JLL's larger march to excellence." She emphasized that possessing a well-regarded ethics and compliance program not only distinguishes businesses in today's competitive marketplace but also significantly advances their operational integrity.

The Evaluation Process

The Compliance Leader Verification process involves a meticulous review of an organization’s ethics practices. In JLL's case, the company’s commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards was evaluated by examining its dedicated resources, the effectiveness of its training programs, and the overall environment that promotes an ethical culture. This recognition is a testament to JLL's strategic focus on compliance as part of its broader business framework, which helps to foster trust among clients and stakeholders.

Ethisphere’s Role

Ethisphere is the global leader in the advancement of ethical business practices. With a mission to enhance corporate character, the organization utilizes data-driven insights to help businesses elevate their ethical standards. Through its recognition programs, Ethisphere honors organizations exemplifying superior ethical practices, while also providing invaluable resources for businesses seeking to improve their compliance efforts.

By sustaining this highest level of compliance verification, JLL reaffirms its position as a frontrunner in the commercial real estate sector. The firm has demonstrated that ethical business practices are fundamental to achieving long-term success and maintaining robust relationships with various stakeholders.

A Legacy of Integrity

JLL's legacy in the real estate and investment management industry spans over 200 years, during which time the firm has consistently worked to shape the future of real estate for a better world. Operating in over 80 countries with more than 112,000 employees, JLL is committed to leveraging its global resources while also empowering local expertise to deliver value to its clients.

As a Fortune 500 company with annual revenues exceeding $23.4 billion, JLL continues to push the envelope in ensuring that ethical standards are not just met but surpassed, with compliance becoming ingrained in the framework of the firm’s operations. This recent recognition serves as a further indication of JLL’s resolute focus on embedding exceptional ethical practices into its operational model, an endeavor that ultimately leads to improved business outcomes and a positive impact on communities worldwide.

For further details on JLL’s approach to ethics and compliance or Ethisphere’s Compliance Leader Verification, visit JLL’s official website or Ethisphere’s platform for more information.

This achievement solidifies JLL's status as not only a leader in commercial real estate but also as a model of ethical business conduct, ready to face the challenges of the modern marketplace with integrity and accountability at the forefront.