EMEA Strategic Operations Leader for Growth

CBRE Group, Inc.; Dorking; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks an EMEA Operations Director to provide strategic leadership and execution across a multi-country portfolio. You will lead a high-performing team to ensure compliant, cost-efficient delivery of services, and to meet SLAs and contractual obligations.

You will drive safety, governance, and continuous improvement while partnering with clients and internal stakeholders to optimize performance, scalability, and value across the region.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or Facilities Management (MBA/IFMA/RICS preferred).
• Proven experience in senior operations leadership across multi-site portfolios.
• Strong governance, compliance, and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operational delivery across a multi-country portfolio.
• Drive safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives.
• Cultivate client relationships and collaborate with stakeholders for value delivery.

Skills

Strategic leadership

People management

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Change management

Digital tools

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Business/Engineering/Facilities Management

MBA or IFMA/RICS

Tools

FM software

Data analytics tools

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks an EMEA Operations Director to provide strategic leadership and execution across a multi-country portfolio. You will lead a high-performing team to ensure compliant, cost-efficient delivery of services, and to meet SLAs and contractual obligations.

You will drive safety, governance, and continuous improvement while partnering with clients and internal stakeholders to optimize performance, scalability, and value across the region.