Overview Illumina is expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Reporting to the SVP & Head of Global Facilities, the Sr. Director of Global Real Estate and Workplace Strategy is responsible for the real estate functions for nearly 9,000 employees across 30 global sites. This role shapes and executes Global Real Estate and Workplace strategies. The leader will mobilize internal customers, peers, cross-functional partners and external partners to achieve organizational goals; align efforts across functions and locations; translate strategic priorities into physical reality; and ensure ongoing measurement so strategies and transactions yield measurable and sustainable results. Responsibilities Lead the global Real Estate and Workplace Strategy Teams in developing Real Estate strategies and solutions that align with business unit strategies to deliver workplaces that fuel innovation, drive growth, and enhance employee experiences. Oversee the lifecycle and negotiations of complex real estate transactions, from site selection and financial analysis to negotiation and execution, including escalation during build-out and first day of business. Support expansions and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activities, including due diligence and the identification, construction, and integration of new sites. Develop annual and multi-year real estate plans in coordination with Finance, Legal, Procurement, and local operations teams. Interact with executive management to inform and influence major real estate strategies and decisions. Direct Real Estate construction teams to create plans, budgets, and schedules for facility purchases, construction and modifications, including estimates on equipment, labor, materials and related costs. Lead large-scale contract development and negotiation for Real Estate in collaboration with Procurement and Legal; develop a Preferred Lease Term Library with Legal. Stay informed of new workspace concepts, metrics, and industry best practices to drive innovation, collaboration, and occupational efficiency. Provide data and partner with Finance for annual planning and budgets; coordinate with accounting to ensure accurate FASB reporting. Build and maintain strong partnerships within the Real Estate industry to bring best practices into decision making. Maintain ongoing engagement and reporting to monitor progress toward portfolio-wide sustainability goals and asset-level performance. Oversee supplier relationships related to real estate strategies, including Transaction Management, Professional Consulting Services, and Design. Prepare and develop Global Real Estate & Global Facilities KPIs and reports. Lead, mentor, and manage the real estate team, including deal leads. Manage a global lease database and reporting infrastructure while leading benchmarking and cost optimization initiatives. Monitor market trends and implement real estate risk mitigation strategies such as consolidations and transitions. Develop the Global Facilities & Real Estate Continuous Process Improvement Center of Excellence to foster CPI culture and standardization. Develop the Workplace Strategy Center of Excellence to optimize space utilization, create an inspiring, innovative, and productive employee experience. Requirements BS Degree in Engineering, Business, Real Estate or related field. 10+ years in-depth corporate real estate, preferably in biotechnology, life sciences or pharmaceutical industries. Experience developing and driving measurable global real estate and workplace strategies. Experience in FASB Lease Accounting and development of real estate financial models and business cases. Experience negotiating real estate transactions and understanding lease agreements. Experience leading and managing teams and projects globally in a fast-paced and high-growth environment. Proven ability to manage multi-million-dollar projects and budgets. Proven ability to develop site master plans aligned with business goals. Proven delivery of sustainability solutions supporting emission reduction goals. Collaborative, able to integrate and align individuals under common goals and accountabilities. Comfortable with ambiguity and change in a fast-paced hi-tech company. Proven experience in managing expenses and capital budgets in excess of $75M annually. Proven experience with CPI tools and building a CPI culture. Preferred Requirements Deep understanding of global real estate deal triggers, market impacts, financials and negotiation strategies. Experience with identification and solicitation of global incentive opportunities. Lean or Six Sigma certification. Background in workplace experience, sustainability, and hybrid workplace planning. The estimated base salary range for the Sr. Director of Global Real Estate and Workplace Strategy role based in the United States of America is: $220,500 - $330,700. Compensation decisions depend on factors including qualifications, location, internal equity, and market data. All employees are eligible for variable compensation and may receive equity. We offer benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off. We are committed to belonging and an inclusive environment where employees contribute to our mission. Illumina prioritizes openness, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants offered conditional employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with laws. Background check results may affect the offer. Illumina prohibits the use of generative AI in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. For more info, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient pool of applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Sales and Management Industries Biotechnology Research, Research Services, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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