Manager, Corporate Real Estate

The Manager, Corporate Real Estate (CRE) provides comprehensive leadership for facilities operations, space management, and building services across assigned locations. This role combines strategic planning with operational excellence to create and maintain optimal workplace environments that support FINRA's regulatory mission and hybrid work model. This role requires expertise in facilities management, team leadership, budget administration, and vendor relations to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-focused workspaces.

Essential Job Functions:

Team Leadership & Operations Management

• Supervise and mentor facilities staff, including performance management, professional development, and team coordination
• Oversee day-to-day facility operations including maintenance, repairs, and operational changes across assigned locations
• Coordinate with technicians, vendors, and contractors to ensure timely resolution of facilities issues
• Identify and implement opportunities for operational improvements and facility upgrades
• Serve as primary point of contact and liaison with landlord representatives for all lease operations issues

Space Planning & Workplace Strategy

• Manage space allocation, inventory, and interior renovations to optimize workplace utilization
• Oversee special projects related to workplace enhancements and improvements
• Manage hoteling space inventory aligned with FINRA's hybrid-work policy
• Utilize automated facility management tools (Facility Management Interaction and Building Management Systems)
• Coordinate office reconfigurations and furniture installations to support evolving workplace needs

Budget & Project Management

• Partner with CRE leadership to develop and manage comprehensive operating budgets for assigned locations
• Track expenditures, manage operating expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Review and authorize invoices in accordance with financial policies
• Develop, price, and manage leasehold improvement projects from conception to completion
• Oversee capital projects related to facility enhancements and infrastructure improvements

Vendor & Contract Management

• Initiate and manage all facility-related contracts, including vendor selection, bidding, and document review
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with service providers to ensure quality delivery
• Coordinate landlord approvals for installations and deliveries, as needed.
• Evaluate vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Negotiate service agreements to optimize value and performance

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations through facility inspections and quality assurance
• Test and maintain business continuity plans for assigned locations
• Implement safety protocols and emergency response procedures
• Conduct regular facility assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks
• Ensure compliance with FINRA's security and confidentiality requirements

Stakeholder Relations

• Foster positive relationships with internal departments and external partners
• Conduct regular meetings to address facility-related issues and initiatives
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex facilities matters
• Provide regular updates to leadership on facilities operations and projects
• Gather feedback from employees to continuously improve workplace experience

Other Responsibilities:

• Demonstration of FINRA’s values.

• Collaboration, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA’s mission of investor protection and market integrity.

• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• On-site presence required.

• Extended hours and travel as required.

• Availability for on-call or emergency services after hours, or on weekends, as needed.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

• Minimum six (6) years of progressive experience in facilities management or corporate real estate in employee-focused workspaces.

• Demonstrated leadership experience with proven ability to effectively manage and develop a geographically diverse team.

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and clients.

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