Assistant Director, Transformation, Change Management, Operating Model- Corporate Real Estate a[...] in City of London

This is your opportunity to join the Deloitte Real Estate advisory team (which is part of our wider Infrastructure & Real Estate business unit, within our Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory service line). This blends consulting, finance, construction, digital and property skills to address the most complex challenges in real estate and facilities management. We are the go-to strategic advisor to a global network of corporate and public sector clients when it comes to Real Estate and Facilities Management consultancy. We utilise the latest technology and industry insights to help clients optimise their real estate and facilities management operations to achieve their corporate and strategic goals.

We are looking for curious minds who will join one of the largest and most respected real estate advisory teams in the UK. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team of chartered surveyors, cost consultants, project managers, engineers, technology specialists and accountants.

Are you a seasoned transformation leader passionate about shaping the future of Real Estate and Facilities Management? We are seeking an Assistant Director to join our dynamic team, driving significant strategic change for our diverse client portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact engagements, leveraging your expertise in Corporate Real Estate (CRE) and Facilities Management (FM) to deliver innovative solutions for complex, large-scale organisations.

In this role you will be expected to support client engagements across a range of industries. Some of these may look like:

• For a large pharmaceutical company, creation and implementation of a new operating model across the organisation’s entire real estate portfolio.
• Preparing the business case for change leading the cost benefits analysis of the new RE / FM operating model.
• Developing the CRE and FM strategy for the delivery of a high-profile facilities and workplace services transformation programme.
• Leading a team of consultants to manage the change and implementation processes.
• Design and establishment of a new target operating model for a client organisation, including the supply chain and service delivery models.
• Working alongside the client’s senior Real Estate and Facilities personnel, and leading a team of 3 Deloitte consultants to develop the procurement outsourcing strategy and business case for facilities and estate management activities across 200 locations across the UK for a public sector client.
• Conducting options analysis around development of technology and AI solutions for the next generation of FM and RE services for a major Bank.
• Preparation of robust business cases supported by detailed strategic sourcing and category plans, including an in-depth analysis of potential service delivery models.

There are four key reasons this opportunity presents an excellent prospect for successful applicants:

• You will work with the biggest clients, global organisations.
• You will work on the most relevant, pressing, and complex challenges.
• You will engage with senior stakeholders of organisations.
• You will be part of a high performing team with opportunities to develop your career in a large professional services firm.

To be successful in this role you will need to be able to:

• Lead large multidisciplinary transformational CRE & FM, workplace projects.
• Form, resource and manage project delivery teams.
• Define and challenge client requirements and identify means of solving commercial and real estate problems.
• Be responsible for providing day to day oversight, leadership and support for more junior team members.
• Be a strong team player, capable of fulfilling different roles within project teams.

Undertake business development:

• Lead, support and coordinate specific bids and proposals that align with your goals.
• Drive specific initiatives in your desired area of expertise.
• Develop thought leadership / eminence and propositions to drive awareness and eminence.

Support team / community Development:

• Manage diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution.
• Promote, develop and lead by example the use of AI and technology skillsets in the team.

Support internal initiatives:

• Work closely with the Partner/Director group to drive growth of the Deloitte Corporate Occupiers & Real Estate community in the UK and Global network.

Demonstrable track record of delivering significant change management programmes by implementing TOM across large scale facilities and real estate departments to leverage and realise the business case. Strong knowledge and experience in Change and Communications strategy and plan. Experience of designing and implementing multi-layer Target Operating Models for large corporate organisations. Strategic change management and communications experience to enable large corporate organisations to meet desired goals and objectives. Demonstrable experience in managing senior stakeholder relationships and supporting business growth opportunities. Strong commercial acumen and market awareness, and ability to leverage AI. Experience in structured problem-solving methodologies. Familiarity with agile project management principles / other relevant delivery methodologies. Strong communication skills honed through experience in client-facing roles or similar. Excellent presentation and report writing skills. The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. The ability to work independently and take initiative. Positive and enthusiastic attitude, eager to contribute and collaborate effectively.

Desirable skills and experience:

• Professional experience working with Corporate Real Estate / Facilities Management functions across private sector industries, either in industry or consulting.
• Knowledge of corporate real estate and facilities management industry, suppliers, and trends.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualisation tools to derive insights, support business cases, and monitor performance.
• The ability to travel as required.
• Willingness and eligibility to obtain UK security clearance, if required.

Our hybrid working policy: You’ll be based in London with hybrid working. At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy.

Connect to your return to work opportunity: Are you looking to return to the workplace after an extended career break? For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and skills and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more.

Our commitment to you: Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.