Head of Commercial Real Estate

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

What’s in it for you

The Asset & Property Management organization has the ambition to create the best possible Workplace, by creating and facilitating locations, experiences and togetherness that bolster productivity at all worldwide sites we operate in. 

Right now we are looking for a Head of Commercial Real Estate to lead the Global Real Estate Strategy function within Volvo Cars Workplace. You would be a driving force in developing, and fulfilling, Volvo Cars Global Real Estate strategy together with the team of specialists. A changing world contributes to an increased need to develop our real estate portfolio fit for company purpose and encourage interaction. This role reports to the Head of Asset & Property Management.

What you’ll do

In the role of Head of Commercial Real Estate, your main tasks will be to ensure a viable long-term real estate strategy and fulfilling this. You will ensure interaction within the company on a global level with relevant stakeholders and interact with external parties, such as property owners, to ensure delivery of the agreed plan.

Part of your responsibilities will also include: 

-    Developing property evolution strategy and project-leading zoning planning
-    Carrying out development strategies and exploitation calculations
-    Drawing out exploitation and land assignment agreements
-    Assessing compensation for property liability, land, and utility leases
-    Carrying out property formations, parceling, and property regulations
-    Establishing a basis for decisions in land surveying administration
-    Performing sustainability and feasibility studies 

You and your skills

We are looking for someone who has a university degree and solid experience in industrial/commercial real estate. Further, you have a proven track record in leading change on a senior level.

On a personal side, you are a strong communicator who has the ability to build good relationships and cooperate cross-functionally.  You are comfortable with driving change throughout an organization and have strong business acumen. You are open to new ideas, you take initiative, and have high morals and integrity. Last but not least you act as a role model and show courage, judgment, and persuasiveness at work. As we are a global organization, you also need to have excellent communication and presentation skills in English (both verbal & written). Swedish languague skills is considered meritorius. 

How to learn more and apply

Does this sound like your next challenge? Please apply for this no later than the 12th of February 2023, enclose your CV and cover letter written in English. Note that due to GDPR we cannot accept applications through e-mail. We will be reviewing applications continuously, so don't wait to apply. If you have additional questions regarding this opportunity you are welcome to contact hiring manager Anders Gustavsson at anders.h.gustavsson@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Andreas Antefelt at andreas.antefelt@volvocars.com. We look forward to receiving your application!

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