Global Head of Corporate Real Estate & Workplace Strategy

FM; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and well-being programs

401(k) and pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work

Career development opportunities

Job summary

FM seeks a Director of Corporate Real Estate to lead global strategy and operations for 70+ locations. You will drive portfolio planning, standards, and governance, overseeing leases, capital projects, and vendor performance.

The role partners with senior leaders to deliver safe, cost-effective workplaces aligned with FM’s brand and risk management objectives. You will manage a global team, coordinate with Finance, Legal, IT, and Sustainability, and shape strategy across Americas, EMEA, and APAC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or related field required.
• Master’s degree in Business or Real Estate preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years senior level corporate real estate experience.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to negotiate complex real estate transactions globally.

Responsibilities

• Lead global corporate real estate strategy and portfolio governance.
• Oversee capital planning, leases, renewals, and project governance.
• Manage a global team and partner with senior leadership across functions.
• Ensure safe, productive workplaces and cost-effective occupancy.
• Develop standards, dashboards, and performance metrics for portfolio.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Financial acumen

Education

Real estate or finance degree

Masters preferred

Job description

FM seeks a Director of Corporate Real Estate to lead global strategy and operations for 70+ locations. You will drive portfolio planning, standards, and governance, overseeing leases, capital projects, and vendor performance.

The role partners with senior leaders to deliver safe, cost-effective workplaces aligned with FM’s brand and risk management objectives. You will manage a global team, coordinate with Finance, Legal, IT, and Sustainability, and shape strategy across Americas, EMEA, and APAC