SVP Portfolio Strategy & Advisory, Occupier Services
Colliers · Springfield, IL · 3 wk ago
RemoteRemoteBusiness Development$200k–$235k/yrFull-time
Client Leadership & Revenue Generation
- Lead BD efforts with prospective and existing brokerage clients, partnering closely with brokers and solutions leaders to originate and win / expand new business.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to occupier brokers and clients, leading strategic discussions on portfolio optimization, location strategy, and workplace transformation.
- Translate complex client challenges into clear, actionable, and financially defensible recommendations.
- Drive revenue growth by deepening client relationships, expanding service offerings, and supporting high-value pursuits.
Portfolio Strategy, Optimization & Thought Leadership
- Lead broker-led multi-market portfolio assessments, including consolidation, expansion, and optimization studies across national or global portfolios.
- Serve as a recognized thought leader in commercial real estate portfolio optimization, location strategy, site selection, and planning.
- Provide oversight for metro-market strategy consulting, ensuring consistency, rigor, and alignment with client objectives across regions.
- Develop and implement innovative methodologies, frameworks, and analytical tools to differentiate the firm’s portfolio strategy offerings.
CRE Organizational Design & Development
- Advise clients on corporate real estate organizational design, including portfolio governance, team structure, and operational processes to maximize efficiency and strategic impact.
- Guide clients in aligning their real estate organization with broader business objectives and portfolio goals.
Analytics, KPIs & Business Case Leadership
- Lead business analytics, KPI development, and performance measurement initiatives to inform strategic portfolio decisions.
- Develop best-in-class business cases, including scenario analysis, cost-benefit evaluation, financial modeling, and market analysis.
- Ensure all client recommendations are quantifiable, defensible, and tied to measurable outcomes.
Financial & Market Analysis
- Conduct detailed financial, operational, and market assessments to support portfolio decisions, site selection, and strategic planning.
- Translate complex datasets into actionable insights for executive-level clients.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Manage and mentor portfolio strategy consultants and/or analysts.
- Promote cross-functional collaboration with consulting, brokerage, and other practice teams to ensure integrated solutions.
- Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation within the portfolio strategy practice.
Professionalism & Workplace Effectiveness
- Demonstrate resilience under pressure, handling job stress effectively while interacting professionally with clients and colleagues.
- Act with honesty, integrity, and composure in all interactions, both internally and externally.