Occupancy Planning Lead

LaSalle Network; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking an Occupancy Planning Lead in New York to oversee strategic space planning for a large corporate real estate portfolio. You will manage a team of five planners, partner with senior stakeholders, and shape long-term workplace strategy across roughly 15 million square feet.

The role demands extensive occupancy planning experience, strong analytics, and excellent communication. Hybrid work with strong leadership and client-relations skills will be essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in occupancy planning, corporate real estate, workplace strategy or a closely related field.
• 8+ years of experience leading occupancy planning teams (five or more direct reports preferred).
• Experience supporting Fortune 1000 organizations with large real estate portfolios.
• Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel, data analysis and data visualization.
• Experience developing campus strategies and presenting multiple scenarios to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic occupancy plans aligning space utilization with business needs and long-term objectives.
• Lead and develop a team of five Occupancy Planners and review deliverables for quality.
• Lead the annual campus restacking process using portfolio data analytics.
• Evaluate space supply, demand and future requirements with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and present multiple occupancy scenarios balancing stakeholder priorities and space.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Data visualization

Education

Architecture/Interior Design degree

Job description

Salary: USD160000 - USD180000 per year

LaSalle Network is hiring an Occupancy Planning Lead to oversee strategic space planning across a large, complex corporate real estate portfolio for a globally recognized organization in New York. This is a high-visibility leadership role for an experienced occupancy planning professional who combines analytical expertise with people management and strong client relationship skills. You will lead a team of five Occupancy Planners, partner with senior stakeholders and help shape long-term workplace strategy across a New York portfolio of roughly 15 million square feet.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic occupancy plans that align space utilization with business needs, organizational growth and long-term workplace objectives
• Lead and develop a team of five Occupancy Planners, setting priorities, delegating work and reviewing deliverables for quality and consistency
• Lead the annual campus restacking process using demand needs and portfolio data analytics
• Partner with Workplace Planning, Campus Strategy and Corporate Real Estate teams to evaluate space supply, demand and future requirements
• Develop and present multiple occupancy scenarios that balance competing stakeholder priorities and available space
• Analyze large datasets, workplace performance metrics and employee survey data to deliver clear, actionable recommendations
• Lead client meetings and working sessions, presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders as a trusted advisor
• Coordinate with facilities management, move/add/change teams, relocation specialists, architects, engineers and furniture vendors to support project execution
• Handle sensitive information with discretion while navigating competing priorities across business groups
• Train and mentor team members on occupancy planning methodologies and continuously improve planning processes

What's Needed?

• 10+ years of professional experience in occupancy planning, corporate real estate, workplace strategy or a closely related field
• 8+ years of experience leading occupancy planning teams (experience managing five or more direct reports preferred)
• Experience supporting Fortune 1000 organizations with large, complex real estate portfolios and millions of square feet
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Environmental Design, Urban Design, Real Estate, Design Strategy, Organizational Development or a related field
• Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel, data analysis and data visualization
• Experience developing campus strategies, evaluating space utilization and presenting multiple scenarios to senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship management skills
• Resilient leadership style with executive presence, sound judgment and the confidence to challenge stakeholders and make difficult decisions
• Background in math, statistics, economics, computer science, engineering or another quantitative field is a plus

What's In It for Me?

• Lead a team supporting a large, complex corporate real estate portfolio with regional scope across the Northeast and Latin America
• Work with a globally recognized organization known for its reputation and investment in its employees
• Strategic, high-impact role influencing how workplace environments support organizational performance
• Collaborative partnership with Campus Strategy and senior stakeholders on long-term portfolio planning
• Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits

Compensation: $160,000-$180,000base salary, plus eligibility to earn a 10% bonus

Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance

Location: New York, NY

Work Model: Hybrid, 3-4 days onsite per week