Job Description:

Introduction:

At AT&T we’re redefining the future of communication by connecting people to greater possibility – with expertise, simplicity, and inspiration.  At the heart of our purpose lies a diverse workforce of 140,000 people and a culture that aspires to serve customers first, act boldly, move faster, and win as one.  Please visit AT&T.com for more information about our company.

Our Global Workplace Service function (GWS) includes the acquisition and disposition of real estate, management of workplace needs, including property management, office space, fire safety, building security, design, and construction, portfolio strategy, sustainability and more. AT&T GWS exists to deliver innovative, sustainable, cost-effective solutions to our clients while optimizing the value of the portfolio and the AT&T brand.

Job Overview:

We’re hiring for a Director level position located in the United Kingdom (working primarily from London, Victoria or Studley, West Midlands) to manage AT&T’s International real estate interests which includes both office and ‘business-critical’ technical space such as data centers and connectivity facilities.  Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for International Real Estate, the role takes responsibility for a small team of AT&T professional and support staff as well the management of sub-contracted and outsourced vendor relationships.

With responsibility for property interests in over 90 countries the Director will oversee the budget, strategy and delivery of estate transactions for technical (datacenters) and administration space, as well as construction project management and facility management outside the USA and Mexico.

Key Responsibilities:

Manages acquisitions, disposal, lease renewals, rationalisation on an estate of approximately 1.5 million sq-ft comprising 160 technical and 100 administration locations worldwide. Collaborates with business unit leaders to develop and harmonize strategic real estate requirements and solutions.Maximizes the value and effective use of the real estate portfolio.Undertakes data driven analysis, promotion and implementation of new work-place strategies, throughout the world, delivering significant cost savings and improved working practices.  Drives performance and contract management of vendors delivering brokerage and construction project management services for an international portfolio.  Establishes strategic plans and business cases for AT&T real estate including downsizes, lease restructures, sub-letting. Leads project management of building design and construction services.Ensures the reliable, cost-effective, and safe execution of building maintenance and facility management activities.

Desired Experiences & Qualifications:

Typically requires ten or more years of experience, including supervisory experience.Expertise in managing ‘technical’ real estate e.g data centres, masts etc.Requires the proven ability to lead change management within a global real estate organization.Must diplomatically balance financial accountability with client requirements, and legal obligations with cost management.Experience regularly interacting with senior management or executive levels on internal and external situations concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.Willingness and availability to have 24/7 responsibility to respond to emergency situations.Occasional travel to AT&T sites, domestic and international.Degree in Business, Construction or Real Estate or related field would be desirable.

Compensation:

Salary from £107k gross per annum.  The actual offered salary may be higher based on your skills, knowledge, and experience.  As a guide the salary mid-point for a Level 3 ‘Director’ is £133k per annum.

Benefits:

A career with us, a global leader in communications and technology, comes with big rewards. Once you’re a part of the team, you’ll gain some amazing perks and benefits including:

Defined contribution Pension Scheme (9% employer contribution ~ 5% employee)Company car allowance (~£710  per month)Annual discretionary company bonus (~ 19% salary), exceptional performance awards.Full sickness pay and private healthcare programCompany engagement and community-involvement eventsAT&T University learning and training programs, education reimbursement schemeEmployee Assistance Program (well-being support)

Location:

This is a hybrid-flex worker position where our preference is for you to be present with your team in the office at least 1-3 times per week.

Selection & Assessment Process:

HR Talent Acquisition Conversation – Katerina Velka1st Interview round with Assistant Vice President, Faizaan Bukhari, Global Workplace Services2nd Round with GWS leadershipA final interview round may be considered in some circumstances.

We will endeavor to provide feedback as soon as we are able and typically within less than 5 working days.

Weekly Hours:

37

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Studley, Warwickshire, United Kingdom

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job ID R-52929 Date posted 01/27/2025