Global Workplace Manager

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Job summary

Marktlink is seeking a Global Workplace Manager to shape and drive our international workplace strategy across Europe, translating our brand and growth ambitions into inspiring offices. You will ensure every Marktlink location delivers a consistent, high-quality experience while supporting our people and business.

You will establish standards for openings, relocations and ongoing facilities operations, lead a hands-on, entrepreneurial team, and partner with suppliers to optimize processes and

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Workplace, Facilities or Real Estate Management in an international organisation.
• Experience developing workplace strategies and focus on employee experience.
• Strong project management skills to lead multiple complex initiatives.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Proven stakeholder management and communication across different levels.
• Proactive, analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Fluency in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive Marktlink's international Workplace & Facilities strategy, including workplace standards, HS&E and compliance.
• Translate our brand identity and future ambitions into workplace concepts that strengthen employee experience across Europe.
• Lead international workplace projects, including office openings, relocations, renovations and office optimisations.
• Oversee facility operations across all Marktlink offices, ensuring quality, consistency and operational excellence.
• Coach and develop the Workplace team, creating an environment where people grow through ownership and collaboration.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, strategic partners and internal stakeholders across Europe.
• Drive continuous improvement by optimising workplace processes, systems and ways of working.
• Manage budgets, contracts and performance while balancing strategic priorities with operational excellence.
• Lead and manage the reception team, ensuring a professional, welcoming and consistent front-of-house experience across all offices.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Hands-on mentality

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Dutch & English

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Marktlink supports entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. As an independent international M&A advisor, Marktlink combines deep market knowledge with a personal and pragmatic approach. Together with our label Marktlink Exit-Ready and other services such as Transaction Services, Legal and Debt Advisory, we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds.

Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many.

Your goal

As Global Workplace Manager, you are responsible for shaping and driving the international workplace strategy of Marktlink. In this role you will translate our brand, culture and growth ambitions into inspiring workplaces across Europe, ensuring every office delivers a consistent experience while supporting our people and business.

From defining workplace standards to opening new offices and leading facility innovation, you ensure every Marktlink location delivers a consistent, high-quality experience while continuously improving the way we work. You will be creating the foundation for the next phase of our European growth by establishing standards and policies, while maintaining the flexibility and entrepreneurial elements that shape Marktlink’s unique culture.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and drive Marktlink's international Workplace & Facilities strategy, including workplace standards, HS&E and compliance;
• Translate our brand identity and future ambitions into workplace concepts that strengthen employee experience across Europe;
• Lead international workplace projects, including office openings, relocations, renovations and office optimisations. You do this in a hands on way, being an integral part of the team yourself;
• Oversee facility operations across all Marktlink offices, ensuring quality, consistency and operational excellence;
• Coach and develop the Workplace team, creating an environment where people grow through ownership and collaboration;
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, strategic partners and internal stakeholders across Europe;
• Drive continuous improvement by optimising workplace processes, systems and ways of working;
• Manage budgets, contracts and performance while balancing strategic priorities with operational excellence;
• Lead and manage the reception team, ensuring a professional, welcoming and consistent front-of-house experience across all offices.

Your profile

You think like an entrepreneur. You enjoy building, improving and taking ownership. You combine strategic thinking with a hands-on mentality and know how to bring people together to achieve ambitious goals. You understand the dynamics of the midmarket entrepreneurial environment we operate in and are part of ourselves.

You also bring:

• 10+ years of experience in Workplace, Facilities or Real Estate Management within an international organisation;
• Experience developing and implementing workplace strategies and passionated about the employee experience;
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead multiple complex initiatives simultaneously;
• Experience leading and developing teams;
• Proven stakeholder management and communication skills across different levels of an organisation;
• A proactive mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Fluency in Dutch and English.

Why us?

At Marktlink, we’re not just dealmakers, we’re future-shapers. With a strong focus on tech, data, and AI, we’re redefining the world of M&A. Here’s what you can expect when you join our fast-growing, entrepreneurial team:

• Opportunity to shape the future of a leading European M&A firm;
• Unlimited holidays. A unique blend of freedom and responsibility;
• Competitive salary and annual bonus;
• Company car;
• HP laptop and iPhone;
• Responsibility from day one, with flexible working hours and entrepreneurial colleagues;
• Tailor-made training and personal development;
• Opportunity to participate in our funds under favorable conditions;
• Yearly company ski-trip, Marktlink Gala & multiple internal (learning) events.

Our DEI Statement

At Marktlink, we believe diverse teams deliver better results for our clients. Entrepreneurs don’t always follow fixed paths and neither do we. We value equal opportunity and welcome different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

That’s okay. We know great people don’t always fit every box. If you have the drive, curiosity and ownership to thrive in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment.