Workplace Strategy and Design Lead - EMEA Region

Workplace Strategy and Design Lead - EMEA Region The Workplace Design & Planning team is looking for a professional with relevant experience to provide workplace strategy, design and experience oversight for our EMEA real estate portfolio. Act as a key member of the team to; Inform and assist with development of long-term strategies with the Regional Real Estate Portfolio Strategy lead. Coordinate with all aspects of program delivery including headcount tracking, workplace strategy development, workplace client scope development, business unit engagement, space requirements, space planning, project management support, quality assurance reviews, workplace change management and end user communication channels, and workplace experience strategy development. Leverage existing Global Workplace Guidelines, governance, policies, planning metrics, principles, best practices and lessons learned to provide appropriate implementation strategies and solutions for all projects. Manage workplace guidelines exceptions and maintain a register of approvals for cyclical review with the global team. Support coordination of senior stakeholder approvals throughout the project process. Support management of relevant architecture/ design/ workplace consultants as required. Leverage other Workplace Design & Planning team members for additional support and subject matter expertise as required. Manage and direct the onsite support planners provided by the current vendor as required. Manage health of neighborhoods as part of our Workplace Evolution activity based working program in collaboration with workplace teammates Partner with Sourcing teams to assist with procurement of A&D, Workplace, FF&E, etc services in collaboration with Project Management. Maintain an active awareness and understanding of global workplace trends, innovations and opportunities. Create a work environment that provides a meaningful employee and client experience, helps attract and retain top talent, supports health and wellbeing of building occupants, optimizes our real estate and delivers value for investment. Develop a platform which provides clear governance and policy, process and methodology, scalable solutions, and measures the effectiveness and efficiency of our workplace to support employee productivity. Interested in joining a team that's eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on Awareness of linkage between design, real estate planning & financial results, and with ability to tailor strategic direction to address financial challenges. Requires project management capabilities with experience in the end to end project execution process for major commercial interior design fit out projects. Key skills include occupancy and space planning, workplace strategy experience, design quality control/assurance reviews, technical expertise around construction practices, materials life cycle knowledge, and FF&E specification experience. Experience in review of design intent 2D and 3D medium, e.g. sketches, elevations, sections and perspectives. Understanding of current workplace planning theories. Advanced knowledge of workplace strategy principles, design trends, construction methodology, materials application and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness. Proven organizational skills, ability to prioritize in order to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients. A flexible approach with the ability to adapt to changing conditions and priorities and to work in a collaborative team environment. Distills complex information to the essential for client decision-making. Capable of participating in discussions with internal clients on design and space use concepts Interpersonal skills with the ability to present to and communicate with demanding clients within the Business Units, managing expectations throughout the design and delivery process. Excellent team work with ability work cross functionally and coordinate with a global team Ability to draw on data and research, articulate a 'story' from data and present it in a clear and concise way. Bachelor or Master's degree in architecture, interior design / planning and workplace strategy. 8 - 10 years relevant space planning, design and project management in Corporate/Financial Services industry is advantageous. LEED AP, WELL Accreditation are advantageous Moderate travel may be required as this is a regional role LI-MB1 BPPM BPDBA Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Flexible work statement Interested in flexible working opportunities? Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.