Job Location : New York,NY, USA
Head of Corporate Services and Real Estate page is loadedHead of Corporate Services and Real EstateApply locations New York time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id JR100840
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned leader to serve as the Head of Corporate Services and Real Estate. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping the global workplace experience and real estate strategy that supports First Eagle's continued growth, operational excellence, and organizational identity. This hire will lead all aspects of corporate services and facilities operations across our international office portfolio, including locations in North America, Europe, and the Middle East. A central focus of this role is delivering an environment that supports the productivity, comfort, and engagement of our employees while reflecting the firm's commitment to excellence.
At First Eagle, we believe our people do their best work when they are supported by spaces and services that anticipate their needs, foster connection, and inspire performance. The Head of Corporate Services and Real Estate will play a vital role in bringing this vision to life. From space planning and workplace design to hospitality, reception, and facilities operations, this leader will ensure that every detail of the physical work environment contributes to an experience that is consistent, elevated, and aligned with our values.
This role requires a thoughtful blend of strategic leadership and hands-on execution. The ideal candidate is a transformative leader who can shape long-range workplace strategies and also guide the execution of complex, high-impact projects across a global footprint. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an operator who is forward thinking and passionate about creating environments where people can thrive and perform at their highest level.
As a steward of the firm's physical environment, this leader will work closely with the broader Corporate Services team, Information Technology, and Human Resources to ensure smooth operations and a cohesive workplace experience. In collaboration with IT, the role will help deliver a technology-enabled environment that supports how people work today and prepares us for the future. Working with HR, the role will support workforce planning and spatial strategies that promote the right team adjacencies, enhance productivity, and empower employees to do their life's best work. This leader will also oversee firmwide business continuity planning and play a central role in disaster recovery readiness. Working in close coordination with senior leadership, IT, HR, and other critical stakeholders, the role will ensure the firm can respond effectively and maintain operations during unplanned disruptions. The Head of Corporate Services and Real Estate will be responsible for maintaining the First Eagle standard across every location and delivering an exceptional experience for employees, clients, and guests alike.
What you will do:
Global Corporate Services Leadership
Define and execute a global strategy for workplace operations, office services, and facilities that enhances employee experience and drives operational efficiency.
Manage a high-performing team and third-party vendor relationships to deliver excellence in reception, mailroom, logistics, and daily office services.
Promote continuous improvement, automation, and innovation within corporate services, ensuring consistent service quality across all locations.
Real Estate Strategy & Portfolio Management
Own the global real estate portfolio—including lease administration, portfolio analytics, long-term planning, and financial oversight.
Drive location strategy and execution for new office builds, expansions, and consolidations across key markets (e.g., Abu Dhabi, UK, Germany).
Partner closely with the Procurement team to streamline sourcing, vendor selection, and contract negotiations for real estate, construction, and design services.
Oversee relationships and complex negotiations with landlords, brokers, and project consultants; ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, labor regulations, and union agreements.
Workplace Design & Future of Work
Architect and implement a global workplace strategy aligned with the firm's hybrid/dynamic work model, supporting flexibility, collaboration, and productivity.
Standardize office design, furnishings, and support services to reflect a consistent brand and experience across all global locations.
Collaborate with Technology, HR, and leadership to integrate infrastructure and tools that support modern, agile ways of working.
Cross-Functional Execution & Capital Projects
Pioneer high-impact capital projects including office relocations, renovations, buildouts, and infrastructure upgrades from concept to delivery.
Drive strategic alignment and partnership with internal functions including IT, HR, Finance, Legal, and Risk to deliver integrated, scalable workplace solutions.
Manage operating and capital budgets, develop proposals, and sponsor strategic initiatives that support long-term growth, cost optimization, and operational excellence.
The qualifications you should have:
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate real estate, facilities management, and/or workplace strategy within global, multi-site organizations.
Proven track record managing large-scale real estate portfolios and executing complex capital projects across international markets.
Expertise in lease negotiation, compliance (including labor and union regulations), and space management platforms (e.g., SpaceIQ/Eptura).
Demonstrated success in partnering with Procurement, Legal, and external consultants to deliver cost-effective, high-quality results.
Ability to influence and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups at all levels of the organization.
Deep knowledge of workplace design trends and ability to partner with designers, architects, and construction professionals.
Experience in domestic and international office launches is highly preferred.
The attributes you should have:
Strategic thinker with a business-oriented mindset and the ability to translate vision into scalable, practical solutions.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Collaborative and credible leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Technologically savvy and enthusiastic about innovation in workplace design, operations, and the future of work.
Base Salary range: $190,000 - $215,000. In addition, this role is eligible for an annual incentive bonus. Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to – the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
We value our people and offer a broad range of benefits. We provide generous paid time-off, medical/dental/vision healthcare plans, 401(k) retirement and profit-sharing plans, a flexible/hybrid work environment, “dress for the day” flexible work attire, and many more great benefits. For more information, please refer to our First Eagle Benefits website .
First Eagle Investments and their affiliates and subsidiaries, including First Eagle Alternative Credit and Napier Park Global Capital, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at First Eagle, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religious belief, including dress and grooming practices, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
About UsWhat we do:
First Eagle Investments is an independent, privately owned investment management firm headquartered in New York with approximately $161 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2025. With a heritage dating back to 1864, First Eagle Investments has served as a prudent steward of client capital across market cycles, varying macroeconomic conditions and numerous disruptive events. Philosophically autonomous but united under First Eagle's core investment tenets, our five investment teams—Global Value, Small Cap, High Yield Municipal Credit, First Eagle Alternative Credit and Napier Park Global Capital—apply their disciplined, unconventional thinking across a range of investment capabilities. Our actively managed strategies feature equities, fixed income and currencies, alternative credit and real assets to offer clients a range of differentiated risk-return profiles backed by a shared emphasis on mitigating downside risk.
What drives us:At First Eagle, clients come first, always. To deliver on this commitment, we nurture an environment that attracts, develops, and retains a talented, inclusive workforce. We also aim to inspire each of our employees to do their life's best work with us and for our clients. We have built a culture that promotes inclusion and respect, and holds every member of the organization to the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
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