Director of Real Estate Capri Holdings

Michael Kors; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Kors is seeking a Director of Real Estate EMEA to lead global retail strategy at their London office. This key leadership role involves portfolio optimization, strategic oversight, and high-impact negotiations. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in corporate real estate and proven executive-level influence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in corporate or retail real estate strategy.
• Proven record in leading global portfolios.
• Experience influencing C-suite stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead global retail real estate strategy and project assessments.
• Oversee governance and approval for all real estate investments.
• Engage with senior leadership for market expansion strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Risk Management

Leadership

Strategic Influence

Job description

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion.

If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you!

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Job Title: Director Real Estate Capri Holdings

Location: London

Division: Real Estate

We have an exciting opportunity for a Director, Real Estate EMEA:

Purpose of the Role:

As a key leader in the global retail organization, the Director of Real Estate Strategy will drive high-impact decisions that shape Capri Holdings retail footprint. This role will provide thought leadership in portfolio optimization, investment planning, and strategic alignment, ensuring that real estate initiatives support long-term business objectives and financial growth.

Strategic Oversight & Governance

• Lead global retail real estate strategy, ensuring alignment with executive leadership, including the CEO, CFO, and Regional Presidents.
• Chair bi-weekly strategy sessions with regional leadership to assess project pipelines and portfolio evolution.
• Oversee quarterly executive retail strategy reviews, driving decision-making at the highest level.
• Provide governance and formal approval for all real estate investments, including new openings, relocations, renovations, lease renewals, and closures.

Portfolio Management & Financial Leadership

• Partner with Finance HQ and Store Development teams to define the long term strategy ensuring sustainable growth and return on investment.
• Monitor store performance metrics, identifying key locations for optimization, closure, or reinvestment.
• Align on strategic investments with Regional Presidents, ensuring financial discipline in non-traditional real estate expenditures.

High-Impact Negotiation & Risk Management

• Spearhead lease negotiations, managing critical timelines and subleasing strategies to maximize financial efficiency.
• Set policies and procedures to standardize management frameworks, driving operational excellence in decision-making.
• Lead executive engagement on high-priority projects, ensuring strategic alignment at the global level.

Leadership & Strategic Influence

• Directly engage with senior leadership, providing expert counsel on market expansion, consolidation, and competitive positioning.
• Develop and implement comprehensive retail planning strategies, ensuring seamless execution across global markets.
• Serve as a key partner in executive decision-making, shaping the company’s future real estate vision.

You’ll Need to Have:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate or retail real estate strategy, with a proven track record of leading global portfolios.
• Executive leadership experience, influencing C-suite stakeholders and driving real estate decision-making at the highest level.
• Strong negotiation skills, leading high-value lease agreements, subleasing strategies, and critical date management.
• Risk management proficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance and mitigating financial exposure in real estate investments.
• Adaptability & Crisis Management: Ability to navigate evolving market conditions and address unforeseen real estate challenges.

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