Corporate Real Estate Senior Director

Job Summary: The Senior Director, Global Real Estate Delivery, will oversee Cigna's global real estate transactions and projects.

This role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in real estate markets, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex transactions across multiple regions.

The Senior Director will be accountable for ensuring that all real estate projects align with the company's overall business objectives and deliver expected outcomes.

Additionally, the Senior Director will have oversight of the entire real estate lifecycle, from initial market analysis to ongoing management of the projects and construction until occupancy.

Key Responsibilities:


* Lead and manage all aspects of global real estate transactions, while managing outsourced service providers and an internal team.


* Implement global real estate strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives.


* Review market research and analysis to identify optimal opportunities for Cigna's businesses.


* Negotiate and structure complex real estate transactions, ensuring the best outcomes for Cigna.


* Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and operations teams, to ensure alignment and support for real estate initiatives.


* Manage relationships with external partners, including brokers, consultants, and legal advisors.


* Oversee due diligence processes, including financial analysis, building inspections, and risk assessments.


* Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations and standards.


* Prepare and present reports to senior management on the status of real estate transactions and portfolio performance.


* Assume overall accountability for the successful delivery of real estate projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and timeline requirements.


* Monitor and evaluate the performance of real estate projects, implementing corrective actions as needed to achieve desired outcomes.


* Ensure adherence to governance and compliance, providing feedback and process improvement opportunities.


* Develop, leverage existing, and maintain strong internal relationships with business leaders, cross-functional team leads, and other executives.

Qualifications:


* Bachelor's degree in real estate, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

An advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is preferred.


* Minimum of 15 years of experience in real estate transactions, with a strong history in international markets.


* Proven track record of successfully managing complex real estate transactions and portfolios.


* Strong negotiation and analytical skills.


* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


* Proficiency in real estate software and financial modeling tools.

Desired Skills:


* Strategic thinker with the ability to develo...