SVP Portfolio Strategy & Advisory, Occupier Services

Requirements

• Required Education, Experience and Skills
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading a real estate and/or management consulting practice or equivalent multi-disciplinary team.
• 10-12+ years of experience in corporate real estate, consulting, or portfolio strategy advisory.
• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in economics, finance, accounting, business, real estate, or related field required.
• Advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred.
• Deep experience in location strategy, site selection methodology, portfolio optimization

Benefits

Additional Information

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career. About you *** this is a remote role that can be done from anywhere in the USA. As the SVP Portfolio Strategy & Advisory, Occupier Services you will be a senior, client-facing leader responsible for leading the Portfolio Strategy & Advisory service line, that supports Occupier Brokerage, focusing on delivering high-impact, analytics-driven real estate advisory solutions. This role optimizes client portfolios, aligns locations with business objectives, drives operational and financial value, and strengthens the firm's position as a trusted industry advisor. You will partners closely with occupier brokers, producers, and cross-functional advisory teams to translate complex business and real estate challenges into actionable portfolio strategies, site selection guidance, business process improvements, and portfolio optimization recommendations. You are a recognized industry leader, with a proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and executing complex, multi-market client engagements that incorporate organizational, operational, market, and financial analysis to support high-stakes decision-making. In this role, you will... Client Leadership & Revenue Generation Lead BD efforts with prospective and existing brokerage clients, partnering closely with brokers and sales, & 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.

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