Business Unit Director - Facilities & Growth (UK)

CBRE, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions in London seeks a Business Unit Director to lead day-to-day delivery, drive rapid growth, and ensure governance, safety and staff development. You will build high-level customer relationships, guide bid activities, and manage financial performance across the BU.

The role requires a proven senior management track record, facilities management experience, and the ability to navigate a matrix organization while upholding CBRE Rise values.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a senior or executive management role with responsibility for product, culture, people and growth.
• Experience in facilities management.
• Comfortable working within a matrix organization.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to understand and manage through complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day delivery of the Business Unit and drive growth.
• Oversee quality, safety, governance, and compliance.
• Manage staff development and performance.
• Develop customer relationships and manage accounts.
• Lead financial targets and contract reviews.

Skills

Senior/executive management

Facilities management

Commercial awareness

Business acumen

Influencing skills

Financial metrics understanding

Client management experience

Networking skills

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions in London seeks a Business Unit Director to lead day-to-day delivery, drive rapid growth, and ensure governance, safety and staff development. You will build high-level customer relationships, guide bid activities, and manage financial performance across the BU.

The role requires a proven senior management track record, facilities management experience, and the ability to navigate a matrix organization while upholding CBRE Rise values.