Regional Head of Real Estate and Workplace Services

Regional Head of Real Estate and Workplace Services

New York, NY

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data, and technology capabilities, global presence, and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

Purpose of Role:

To lead and manage all aspects of the real estate portfolio and workplace services within the designated region, ensuring alignment with global standards, optimizing cost-effectiveness, fostering a safe, inspirational and performance enhancing work environment, and supporting the company's strategic objectives. This includes full financial accountability for the region's real estate and workplace services.

What you'll be doing:

• Strategic Leadership:
  Develop and execute the regional real estate and workplace services strategy, aligned with global directives and regional business needs.
• Portfolio Management:
  Oversee the entire regional real estate portfolio, including acquisitions, disposals, lease management, and space optimization.
• Financial Management:
  Manage the regional real estate and workplace services budget, ensuring cost control, accurate forecasting, and efficient resource allocation. Full P&L responsibility for the region.
• Workplace Services Delivery:
  Ensure the delivery of high-quality workplace services, including facilities management, maintenance, security, catering, and other employee amenities.
• Project Delivery:
  Oversee the successful implementation of real estate and workplace projects within the region, working closely with the in-region Programme Manager.
• HSSE Compliance:
  Ensure adherence to all Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) standards and regulations across all regional properties and operations. Provide data and reporting as required.
• Vendor Management:
  Manage relationships with key vendors and service providers, ensuring performance against agreed-upon service levels and contracts.
• Team Leadership:
  Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing team of real estate and workplace professionals.
• Global Standard Implementation:
  Drive the implementation of global real estate and workplace standards, policies, and best practices within the region.
• Sustainability:
  Ensure compliance with all WPP’s global sustainability goals and reporting.
• Data and Reporting:
  Ensure accurate and timely data collection and reporting on key real estate and workplace metrics.
• Digital Dexterity:
  Proficient in using technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness in real estate and workplace management.
• Collaboration:
  
  Excellent ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, external partners, and the global real estate team.
• Critical Thinking:
  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address complex real estate and workplace challenges.
• Developing Self (Learning to Learn):
  Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of real estate and workplace management.
• Curiosity, Creativity and Innovation:
  Ability to identify and implement innovative solutions to improve workplace efficiency and employee experience.
• Change Management:
  Proven ability to lead and manage change initiatives effectively.
• Leadership:
  Strong leadership skills to motivate, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
• Stakeholder Management and Business Partnership:
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strategic Business Acumen:
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