Real Estate Manager - APac

STMicro; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

STMicroelectronics is seeking a Regional Real Estate Manager for APAC to drive and manage all RE operations in alignment with the GRE strategy. You will partner with regional stakeholders to optimize offices, promote ST values, and deliver sustainable spaces that attract talent.

The role requires 5+ years in corporate real estate, strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration, and excellence in Excel, PowerPoint, and real estate systems. Based in APAC.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in Corporate Real Estate, managing multi-site/multi-country projects or portfolios.
• Solid experience in commercial leasing and contracts, workplace design, financial analysis, and real estate regulations, with strong health and regulatory compliance.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex topics clearly and concisely.
• Proven experience leading or supporting change within real estate environments.
• Highly autonomous, able to work with minimal supervision and drives initiatives end-to-end.
• Proficient use of Excel, PowerPoint, and real estate systems.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain ST RE Strategy and Governance aligned with ST's objectives.
• Portfolio management: maintain site inventory and analyze data in 3rd party platforms.
• Lease management: renewals, relocations, market entries/exits, mid-lease rightsizing, terminations, subleasing.
• Lead Regional Committee with Sustainability, Finance, Procurement, HR, Legal, IT, Security, Branding, Brokers and Landlords.
• Promote ST culture and values in workplace design and operations.
• Budget planning, approval and oversight for RE projects.
• Project management: keep stakeholders and vendors on time and budget; manage contingencies.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Change management

Autonomy / self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Real estate systems

Job description

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 122 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 49,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

YOUR ROLE

In this role, you will be responsible for driving and managing all RE operations for the APAC region, in accordance with ST's Global Real Estate (GRE) Strategy which strives to provide a safe, sustainable and environmentally sensitive space that promotes engagement, growth and innovation. As part of the GRE team, you will partner with the region stakeholders and will be responsible for driving office optimization that promotes ST values.

• Deploy and Maintain ST RE Strategy and Governance that directly aligns with ST's Business Objectives.
• Portfolio Management - Maintain an accurate inventory of all ST sites within a 3rd party lease management platform. Collect, analyze and maintain ST RE data, monitor site utilization, efficiency, market trends and benchmarks.
• Lease Management - Manage lease renewals, relocations, entry to new markets, market exits, mid-lease rightsizing, early terminations, subleasing and more with contracted 3rd party brokers.
• Key Stakeholder Collaboration - Lead the Regional Committee which consists of Sustainability, Finance, Procurement, HR, Legal, IT, Security, Branding, Site Managers, Brokers and Landlords through RE and facilities transactions. Conduct regular meetings keeping all team members aware of current and future projects.
• Promote ST Culture and Values - Ensure ST workplaces are designed to create a space that promotes collaboration, innovation, an environment that helps to attract and retain top talent starting with location, sustainability benchmarks, amenities both onsite and nearby.
• Budget Plan, Approval and Oversite - Provide budgets for all RE projects, work with key internal and external stakeholders for approvals and manage projects at or under budget.
• Project Management - Keep all key stakeholders and 3rd party vendors/contractors on time and on budget. Plan for contingencies and provide regular project status updates.
• Compliance - Guarantee all ST offices are safe and healthy spaces by code and regulation adherence.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in Real Estate, or related field.

• At least 5 years of experience in Corporate Real Estate, managing multi-site/multi-country projects or portfolios.
• Solid experience in commercial leasing and contracts, workplace design, financial analysis, and real estate regulations, with a strong track record of ensuring health, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leaders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex topics clearly and concisely.
• Proven experience leading or supporting change within real estate environments.
• Highly autonomous, able to work with minimal supervision and drives initiatives end-to-end.
• Proficient use of Excel, PowerPoint, and real estate systems.

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2026 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination.

We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us.

We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration.

We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.