Global Workplace & Real Estate Manager

About usChiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.Global Human ResourcesThe HR Team welcomes and guides people through every step of their journey, supporting the creation of space for personal fulfillment and professional growth. The Global HR Department promotes internal growth through a wide range of tools and initiatives designed to sustain goal setting, individual development, and continuous learning. The Department values everyday experiences and is committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute their unique perspective and feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Who we are looking forThis is what you will doThe person in this role will support the implementation of Chiesi's Global Workplace and Real Estate strategy across Headquarters and affiliates, ensuring the consistent application and continuous evolution of workplace standards, guidelines and employee-facing services.They will act as the main point of contact for affiliates on workplace organization, office layouts and workplace experience initiatives, supporting workplace transformation projects, office relocations and change management activities. The role will also coordinate office location evaluations and workplace portfolio opportunities, foster collaboration and best practice sharing across affiliates, and support workplace data analysis to drive informed decisions and continuous improvement.You will be responsible for1) Workplace Governance & StandardsSupporting the development, maintenance and deployment of Global Workplace GuidelinesSupporting the collection and consolidation of information to facilitate long-term workplace and office planning activitiesPromoting adoption of workplace standards and best practices across affiliatesProviding advisory support to local offices on workplace-related topicsSupporting the definition and monitoring of workplace KPIs2) Workplace Experience & ServicesSupporting initiatives aimed at improving employee workplace experienceCoordinating workplace surveys and consolidating feedback from employees and affiliatesIdentifying improvement opportunities related to office services, space utilization and workplace effectivenessFacilitating knowledge sharing and benchmarking across locationsProviding training and guidance to local teams to support consistent implementation of corporate guidelines3) Workplace Data & ReportingMaintaining and consolidating workplace-related information and metricsSupporting the development of dashboards and management reportingMonitoring workplace utilization, occupancy and service performance indicatorsSupporting data-driven decision making related to workplace initiativesBuilding and maintaining a centralized knowledge base of workplace, office and project-related informationSupporting the collection and consolidation of workplace and building-related sustainability data4) Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborating with HR, Facility Management, Procurement, Sustainability, Engineering and local officesCollaborating with internal stakeholders and external real estate partners to support real estate evaluations, workplace development initiatives and portfolio decisionsActing as a bridge between corporate functions and affiliates on workplace-related topicsActing as a first point of contact for affiliates seeking support on workplace and office-related initiativesSupporting affiliates in identifying solutions aligned with corporate requirements (e.g., green building principles, employee wellbeing and inclusive workplace design)Supporting communication and stakeholder engagement initiatives5) Real Estate ActivitiesLeading office location scouting and preliminary site assessmentsMaintaining visibility over Chiesi’s global workplace and real estate portfolioSupporting the evaluation of office assets, lease opportunities and workplace investmentsSupporting the delivery of workplace and real estate projects across affiliatesMaintaining visibility of workplace and office-related projects across affiliates, supporting progress monitoring and stakeholder reportingCoordinating with external real estate advisors, brokers and local stakeholders throughout office search, evaluation and acquisition or leasing processesYou will need to haveMaster's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Facility Management, Business Administration, Human Resources, Real Estate or related disciplines3-6 years of experience in Workplace Management, Facility Management, Corporate Services, Employee Experience, Real Estate or ConsultingKnowledge of corporate real estate principles including portfolio management, site selection, lease evaluation and workplace asset managementFluent English (written and spoken)Strong stakeholder management and communication skillsExperience coordinating initiatives across multiple functions and locationsUnderstanding of project management principles applied to fit-out, refurbishment, and relocation projectsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPointWe would prefer for you to haveExperience in multinational organizationsExperience supporting corporate real estate transactions, office scouting or workplace portfolio managementExperience with workplace transformation, hybrid work models or office redesign initiativesKnowledge of workplace management best practices and employee experience conceptsExperience with Power BI or other reporting toolsExposure to change management initiativesKnowledge of facility management processes and workplace-related ESG topicsExperience working with geographically distributed teamsLocationParma with flexibilityCompensation RangeThe minimum salary for this role is 52.000, aligned to our established salary framework. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations. This role is eligible to participate in an annual bonus scheme, subject to company and individual performance. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including pension, private medical insurance, wellbeing programme, flexible benefits programme…What we offerNo matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.