Head of Facilities & Real Estate Strategy

Key Responsibilities:

Global Office Strategy & Portfolio Optimization

• Lead the strategic planning and optimization of Litera’s global office portfolio to align with business objectives.

• Analyze employee attendance patterns and workplace utilization data to inform space planning, office design, and footprint optimization across all locations.

• Make enterprise-level recommendations on office investments, renovations, expansions, consolidations, or relocations based on business needs and market intelligence.

• Oversee capital planning and budgeting for facilities investments, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and ROI.

Enterprise Facilities Leadership

• Act as the global point of contact for all facilities-related matters with local facility leads, property managers, contractors, and vendors to ensure operational alignment.

• Lead change management initiatives to support hybrid work models, organizational transformation, and evolving workplace needs.

• Partner with executive leadership, HR, Finance, IT, and other stakeholders to ensure facilities strategy supports business priorities and talent objectives.

Global Real Estate & Vendor Management

• Direct global lease negotiations, property acquisitions/dispositions, and strategic vendor partnerships.

• Oversee relationships with landlords, brokers, and service providers, ensuring alignment with Litera’s standards and strategic objectives.

• Manage risk, compliance, and regulatory requirements across diverse jurisdictions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Real Estate, Engineering, or related field.

• 8+ years of experience managing multi-site or global facilities operations, including leadership of cross-regional teams.

• Experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs across regions.

• Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting related to facilities operations.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across geographies.

• Experience ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

• Ability to work effectively across time zones and cultural differences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or IFMA Facilities Management Professional (FMP) designation.

• Experience with sustainability, ESG initiatives, and workplace technology platforms (e.g., CMMS, BMS)).

• Experience managing facilities for technology or professional services companies.

• Exposure to global regulatory environments (e.g., EMEA, APAC).

Key Competencies

• Strategic vision and operational balance, with the ability to think long-term while managing day-to-day details.

• Strong leadership and influence without direct authority over local teams.

• Multicultural awareness and adaptability.

• Analytical and data-driven decision making.

• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

• Proactive problem-solving and resilience under pressure.

Why Join Litera?

• The company culture: We emphasize helping each other grow, doing the right thing always, and being part of a journey to amplify impact, creating an exciting and fulfilling work environment

• Commitment to Employees: Our people commitment is based on what employees love most about being part of the team, focusing on tools that matter to the difference-makers in the legal world and amplifying their impact

• Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team: Our is a global company with ambitious goals and unlimited opportunities, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment where employees can grow, listen, empathize, and problem-solve together

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Experience peace of mind with our health insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, and a supportive work-life balance. We invest in your well-being and future, ensuring a rewarding career journey.

• Career Growth and Development: We provide career paths and opportunities for professional development, allowing employees to progress through various technical and leadership roles

Pay Transparency Notice for New Jersey and Philadelphia Applicants:

The annual salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000. Actual compensation is determined by factors including education, work experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. Litera offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, and incentive and recognition programs. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.