Head of European Facilities Management

Cobalt is representing a luxury retail brand that is looking to hire their first ever Head of Facilities for their European portfolio. You'll take ownership of delivering a first-class FM strategy across their resorts, providing oversight and leadership for the on-site teams across the continent, ensuring that a proactive approach is in place that is fit for the purpose of delivering a best-in-class experience for the millions of customers that know and love our clients brand.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Develop and implement global facilities management strategies to ensure consistency across all operations while adhering to group policies and standards.

• Guide and support local Facilities Managers to optimize daily operations, promoting effective teamwork through regular cross-site communication.

• Establish centralized monitoring systems to evaluate performance, facilitate the sharing of best practices, and inform strategic enhancements.

• Lead sustainability initiatives to align with corporate environmental objectives, ensuring they are effectively implemented, monitored, and reported.

• Collaborate with the Director of Construction on major capital projects, overseeing the planning and execution of maintenance and refurbishment efforts to meet organizational goals.

• Ensure facilities meet both international and local safety, health, and environmental regulations, regularly updating corporate policies to align with current laws and best practices.

• Streamline procurement processes to maximize economies of scale, maintain quality, and oversee vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with service level agreements and cost efficiency.

• Deliver comprehensive reports to senior leadership on facilities performance, challenges, and strategic opportunities, using data-driven insights to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.

Due to the seniority of this hire, our client is looking for a proven leader with a track record in delivering results across a multi-national portfolio. Experience within retail or hospitality would be favorable, but experience from any industry involving a high level of customer engagement and service would be considered strongly. You'll have a strong understanding of both hard and soft Facilities Management, and be confident in your ability to bring together a comprehensive total FM programme - identifying areas for innovation and improvement.

This role will involve frequent European travel, but you will have full control of your diary and movements.

Please apply with your CV immediately as this role may interview and appoint before the closing date of this advert