Senior Strategist, Workplace Advisory

Colliers International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative projects

Career growth

Benefits package

Collaborative culture

DEI program

Global network

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a Senior Strategist, Workplace Advisory, in Toronto, to lead and deliver medium-to-large client engagements across Workplace Strategy, Change Management, and User Experience. You will conduct complex analysis, organize materials, and contribute to client reports and presentations, working with cross-location teams and supporting sales efforts.

The role requires 6+ years of CRE/workplace advisory experience, strong interpersonal and analytical skills, and advanced MS Office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture / interior design, Social Sciences, or Business. (or CoreNet MCR)
• 6+ years of relevant Workplace Advisory or CRE experience required
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including listening, diplomacy, discretion, confidentiality and the ability to influence decisions
• Strong analysis capabilities are essential; accuracy and precision are a must. Logical and consistent approach to data collection, recording and monitoring.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and/or Photoshop.)
• Ability to adapt emerging best practices and industry innovations to client needs.
• Strong organizational skills creating the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver medium-to-large client engagements, ensuring client satisfaction and timely delivery.
• Perform complex analysis and problem solving on projects across Workplace Strategy, Workplace Change Management, and User Experience.
• Organize materials, develop recommendations, and contribute to client reports and presentations.
• Engage with the client during the research process, co-facilitating interviews, workshops, focus groups and presentations.
• Collaborate with teams in multiple locations, in-person and remotely, and support RFPs/proposals and marketing efforts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Client engagement

Project management

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture/Interior Design, Social Sciences, or Business

CoreNet MCR (certificate)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Accelerate your success at Colliers. Why Colliers? As one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities. A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don’t just take our word for it – we’ve been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

This is an In-Office working arrangement at our Toronto, ON location. This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

About the role

The Senior Strategist, Workplace Advisory, is a senior member of the team and is responsible for leading and delivering medium-to-large client engagements, ensuring client satisfaction and timely delivery. The Senior Strategist is responsible for performing complex analysis and problem‑solving tasks related to the following practice areas: Workplace Strategy, Workplace Change Management, and User Experience. The role entails organizing materials, developing recommendations, and contributing to client reports and presentations. Engage with the client during the research process, co‑facilitating interviews, leading or participating in workshops, focus groups and/or presentations. Performs complex analysis and problem solving on projects (some examples include workplace anthropology studies, employee experience, workplace transformation, hybrid work models/programs, organizational analysis, real estate density and/or occupancy planning & analysis). Collaborates on project assignments with teams in multiple locations, in-person and remotely. Presents findings, analysis and recommendations to Colliers project teams and client teams in a clear and concise manner. Collaborates with project teams on a wide range of assignments and participates in multiple types of client engagements. Participates in preparation of RFPs/proposals, marketing efforts and assists in closing of sales, including preparation of marketing materials.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture / interior design, Social Sciences, or Business. (or CoreNet MCR)
• 6+ years of relevant Workplace Advisory or CRE experience required
• Well‑developed interpersonal skills, including listening, diplomacy, discretion, confidentiality and the ability to influence decisions
• Strong analysis capabilities are essential; accuracy and precision are a must. Logical and consistent approach to data collection, recording and monitoring.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and/or Photoshop.)
• Ability to adapt emerging best practices and industry innovations to client needs.
• Strong organizational skills creating the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is located in, Colliers is disclosing the following information: Area/Location Specific: Toronto, ON Approximate Salary Range for Role: $91,437 to $125,000 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Colliers does not use AI-enabled tools to sort or decline applications. All decisions are made by our talent acquisition team.

What we offer

• Innovative projects: Work on cutting‑edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.
• Career growth: Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry‑leading training and development programs.
• Competitive benefits & compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well‑being.
• Collaborative culture: Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more: https://www.collierscanada.com/en-ca/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
• Global network: Join a global team of 28,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full‑time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability‑related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability‑related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [e-mail].

We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What’s more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.