Director Corporate Real Estate

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What We’re Looking For:

The Director, Corporate Real Estate (CRE) oversees all 2U’s leasing and subleasing activities. These activities include coordinating with internal stakeholders, landlords, and brokers, to secure or divest of office and studio space as needed.

The position is also responsible for construction and remodeling of 2U office space to ensure a dynamic and productive work environment. Key to this role’s success is working with internal stakeholders and leadership to understand facility needs and requirements.

The Director, CRE will manage 2U’s relationships with landlords and brokers. The position will also require regular reporting to leadership regarding real estate holdings, anticipated changes, and financial performance.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Build and execute a strategic plan for the company’s office space requirements. This will include coordinating with HR, FP&A, and company leadership to anticipate required office needs in each of 2U’s markets.

Lead multi-disciplinary teams to develop and evaluate real estate alternatives against financial and operational parameters.

Develop office and studio space that will bring energy, productivity, and collaboration to the 2Utes that work there.

Partner with the Chief Procurement Officer, Accounting team, and Legal department to negotiate leases and contracts.

Working with internal 2U stakeholders, architects, and general contractors, to design, plan, and oversee office construction/renovation.

Establishes robust financial tracking to ensure visibility into budgets, schedules, and risks for projects.

Develop, track, and report to leadership Corporate Real Estate budgets and financial performance.

Maintaining relationships with brokers and landlords.

Review and manage landlord charges for operating costs and real estate tax reimbursement.

Occasional travel to support leasing and construction efforts.

Most daily activity will not be physically demanding but some preparation for office openings may require a reasonable degree of physical exertion.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

10 years of experience directly related to real estate, facilities and property management

Prior or current responsibility for strategic planning for multi-location organizations in a growing company (international experience preferred)

Extensive experience as the budget owner of a real estate portfolio and construction projects

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

Enthusiasm, leadership, and the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Highly organized, effectively manage projects, and able to meet deadlines

Ability to work with effectively with internal stakeholders, landlords, brokers, and general contractors to achieve desired results

Excellent computer skills, particularly with presentation, budget, and project management applications

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)

2U is comprised of 3 lines of business: Graduate Degree Programs, Short Course, and Boot Camps. Going beyond traditional learning management systems, we use tech, people, and data to help top universities and enterprise organizations transform in the digital era—and eliminate the back row in higher ed. We support lifelong learning which means thinking beyond a single degree. It means finding ways for students to gain the skills they need to change careers, evolve their expertise, and meet the challenges of the changing world head-on. We help our partners fill those needs—developing new digital education technologies and offerings capable of supporting students at different points in their lives. Whether they need a simple refresher, to learn something new, or to change their career trajectories completely, our partners are there to help them succeed. Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 275,000 students and lifelong learners.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to creating and sustaining a culture that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities of our employees. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by the ways in which we are different, as well as the ways in which we are the same.

Benefits & Culture

Working at 2U means working with individuals that are passionate and mission driven. We collaborate on tough problems to deliver the best outcomes for our partners, students, and each other. You will find team members working together in our open office spaces, gathered in the kitchen grabbing a snack, or taking a break in our game rooms.

2U offers a comprehensive benefits package:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance, disability and 401(k)

Unlimited snacks and drinks

Generous paid leave policies including unlimited PTO

Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break from Christmas through New Years!

To learn more, visit 2U.com. #NoBackRow

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits, pay and dismissal.

Company info

2U, Inc
Website : http://2u.com