HEAD OF GROUP REAL ESTATE
Apply now »Date: 18 Nov 2025
Location: Saint-Ouen, J, FR
Company: Alstom
Req ID:500351
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Key accountabilities:
Real Estate is a global corporate organization reporting to finance. Real estate footprint comprises circa 470 sites in 72 countries and
of 4,7Mm² of owner and leased properties. Real estate and FM spent is above 500M€/yr. Real estate Asset value is close to 1bn €
Real Estate
- Shape a group Real Estate strategy and support operationally real estate initiates execution as a solution to i/ meet business
needs ii/ serve of group strategy and ambition iii/ protect group against real estate related risks and iv/ optimize costs.
- Impact organization and provide strategic workplace & RE portfolio vision with the objectives both to develop, rationalize and
optimize Real Estate footprint and to reduce P&L and B/S impacts.
- Liaise with business stakeholders & senior management to identify and shape opportunities and optimization path.
- Foster innovative solutions, including financing. Lead Real Estate committees, design comprehensive asset plan aiming to deliver
tangible financial performance. Deliver real estate roadmap. Foster the best-in-class solutions in the interest of the group.
- Measure performance from cash, P&L and B/S perspective and with operational KPIs, enforce Alstom saving plan (AT500)
- Monitor or drive project execution (including building construction or fitout) and support risk management
Deliver benchmarks and financial reports (aEBIT performance and B/S optimization)
- Contribute to or lead acquisition, asset sale, lease negotiation / termination, following DOA rules, support M&A initiatives
- Promoting the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct.
- Support development of sustainability initiatives, support asset resilience to climate changes
Scope of action
- All Real Estate assets (office, depots, industrial site, logistics)
- All countries and all Alstom entities
- Asset management, asset acquisitions, asset disposal, M&A support, building development, site compacting and site masterplan
Facility Management
- Lead HQ facility Management team. Ensure quality of service for a HQ, performance and budget under control
- Support Procurement in global IFM deployment preparation
MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES
Educational Requirements Describe the minimum educational requirement/level
Mandatory:
- Desirable:
Experience Describe the knowledge and experience required for this role
Mandatory:
- Real Estate in depth experience (20 years + in real estate industry)
- Work in international context Desirable: §
Competencies & Skills Describe the needed skills (technical & behavioral)
- Strong leader with the sense diplomacy with across organiszation, agile, team-player not afraid of challenges
- Know-how and expert with in-depth understanding of real estate business and clear accountability: Strong capacity in Asset
Management and Real Estate,
- Transactions, Real Estate Project Real Estate Master planning Management with solid capacity leading negotiations (external and
internal). Strong capacity in project structuring
- Understanding and designing complex projects (master planning, sales & lease back, financing lease – purchase, retrofit.)
- Solid financial knowledge (P&L, B/S, DCF valuation, financial scenarios comparison, financing, performance analysis), legal and
technical background
- A master’s degree or undergraduate degree with additional equivalent work experience is required.
- Experience in working for investors, developers, Real Estate Investment Funds, Real Estate private equity, “end user” or Real
Estate advisor
- Being a RICS member would be a plus
You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
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