Global Real Estate Operations Manager

Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plan options

401(k) with company matching

Generous vacation and paid leave

Career development assistance

Industry pro-deal discounts

Job summary

Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. is looking for a Global Real Estate Operations Manager based in Salt Lake City, UT, to oversee lease administration, compliance, and landlord coordination across the Americas. This role involves managing the full lease lifecycle and optimizing the portfolio.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience in real estate operations. The position offers a competitive pay structure, comprehensive healthcare plans, and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in real estate operations, lease administration, portfolio management, or property management.
• Strong understanding of commercial leases and lease lifecycle management.
• Experience with lease management platforms (LeaseQuery or similar).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lease lifecycle, including renewals, terminations, and amendments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for landlords and property representatives.
• Coordinate subleasing efforts and manage subtenant relationships.
• Support real estate projects such as relocations and lease transitions.

Skills

Commercial leases knowledge

Lease lifecycle management

Lease management platforms

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Facilities, Finance, or a related field

Tools

LeaseQuery

Job description

Global Real Estate Operations Manager

We are seeking a Global Real Estate Operations Manager to oversee lease administration, compliance, and landlord coordination across our Americas portfolio (U.S., Canada, and South America). This role is responsible for ensuring operational discipline throughout the lease lifecycle and building scalable processes that will support future global expansion (EMEA and APAC).

Responsibilities

• Lease Administration & Portfolio Management – Manage the full lease lifecycle, including renewals, terminations, amendments, and critical date tracking; maintain accurate lease records, abstracts, and documentation across all markets; oversee LeaseQuery administration, ensuring data integrity, reporting, and reconciliations; develop dashboards, trackers, and calendars to improve portfolio visibility and planning; identify upcoming lease events and support decision‑making around timing, cost, and occupancy.
• Landlord & Lease Communications – Serve as the primary point of contact for landlords and property representatives; manage lease communications, notices, and required reporting; track and deliver all lease‑related obligations, including sales reports; elevate issues as needed and partner cross‑functionally to resolve.
• Portfolio Optimization & Compliance – Coordinate subleasing efforts and manage subtenant relationships; identify opportunities to optimize underutilized space and improve portfolio efficiency; oversee business licenses, Certificates of Insurance, and lease compliance requirements; maintain audit‑ready documentation and monitor for risks or process gaps.
• Projects & Cross‑Functional Support – Support real estate projects such as relocations, lease transitions, and portfolio changes; partner with Workplace Operations, Finance, Legal, and external vendors; contribute to scalable processes, tools, and templates for global portfolio management; support reporting, analysis, and leadership presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Facilities, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in real estate operations, lease administration, portfolio management, or property management.
• Strong understanding of commercial leases and lease lifecycle management.
• Experience with lease management platforms (LeaseQuery or similar).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities across regions and stakeholders.
• Clear, professional communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Preferred: Experience with multi‑region portfolios; familiarity with CAFM or workplace systems; exposure to lease accounting or financial reporting support; industry certifications (IFMA, CoreNet).

Location & Working Conditions

US‑based, with proximity to a major office hub (California or Utah). Full‑time, Monday to Friday – in office four days per week. Individual contributor; reports to Workplace Operations. Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with annual performance‑based reviews.
• Comprehensive healthcare plan options (PPO, EPO, HDHP, HMO) including acupuncture and physical therapy.
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions under a high‑deductible plan.
• Dental and vision plans.
• 401(k) with company matching up to $5,000 annually and immediate 100% vesting.
• Company‑paid life, AD&D, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for mental well‑being care.
• Generous vacation, sick, paid holidays, and volunteer time off.
• 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for birthing parents and 8 weeks for non‑birthing parents.
• Specialized bike for your new baby.
• Up to $9,000 annually in career development and degree assistance.
• Up to $250 annually in fitness and wellness reimbursement.
• Industry pro‑deal discounts and perks.

Commitment to Diversity

We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive.