- Management of ICBCS office leases and office space
- Mechanical and electrical maintenance within ICBCS office space
- Maintenance of ICBCS space within the external data centre and the disaster recovery data centre (located within the London office)
- Facilities services
- Health and safety
- Emergency and pandemic planning
- Catering and cleaning services
- Switchboard and reception services
- Travel and travel security for ICBCS employees who travel
- Processing and distribution of post
- Insurance policies relating to ICBCS office space and contents
- Support for corporate event planning
- Provision of services to our affiliate, Standard Bank
- Develop and maintain relationship with Landlord and Landlord's agents, ensuring that Landlord meets obligations and that the Bank's tenancy runs smoothly
- Advise on real estate matters affecting the Bank, seeking external advice when appropriate
- Monitor adherence to the lease and obligations specified in the lease
- Engage with, and seek advice from, internal legal team as appropriate
- Ensure that all supplier engagements are effective and fit for purpose for the Bank's requirements
- Partner with Procurement in running effective contract negotiations with suppliers and selection of new suppliers
- Monitor supplier services closely for performance, delivery and risk
- Be proactive about supplier risk management requirements and understand the risks presented to Workplace Services and the Bank by each supplier
- Train direct reports to engage appropriately with suppliers and to manage performance and risks
- Ensure appropriate contingency plans in the event of supplier disruption or failure
- Partner effectively with Procurement and Supplier Risk Management teams to manage supplier performance and risks
- Escalate significant supplier risks to line manager and senior management on a timely basis
- Ensure close, comprehensive and continuous management of each service delivered by Workplace Services
- Adjust management style to direct reports as appropriate to grade and field of technical expertise
- Hold one-to-one meetings as well as department-wide meetings
- Ensure that Workplace Services staff have some contact and exposure to OCOO senior management (e.g. through department-wide meetings)
- Ensure the appropriate governance standards are employed for Workplace Services and deliver transparent and balanced reporting to senior management forums and committees
- Ensure the appropriate governance documentation (e.g. frameworks, policies and records) are in place for the department
- Meet regulatory standards and collaborate effectively with Legal, Compliance, Risk and Internal Audit departments
- Lead Workplace Services to contribute effectively to Operational Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Internal Audit standards and processes, including risk and control selfassessment (RCSA) exercises and audit and monitoring reports
- Co-ordinate resources to run projects relating to Workplace Services and/or physical office space occupied by the Bank
- Lead and manage complex projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders
- Understand the cost implications of each of the above
- Balance cost effectiveness with risk management and delivery standards
- Degree qualified or equivalent
- Extensive experience working within Real Estate, Building Services and Facilities Management
- Previous experience in a leadership role
- Previous experience of supporting a professional office environment, preferably within a regulated industry
- Experienced people manager (including management across different disciplines)
- Previous experience of interacting with, and providing reports to, senior management and Boards
- Previous experience of managing large teams with complex and diverse remits
- Previous experience of supplier contract negotiation
- Strong knowledge of Real Estate, Building Services and Facilities Management best practices and industry trends
- Strong communication skills
- Conversant with Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- High level of integrity
- Ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity
- Strong on logical and critical thinking
- Proficient at multi-tasking and able to handle and balance diverse responsibilities
- Works well under pressure, maintaining attention to detail
- Accomplished at building productive relationships with colleagues and suppliers
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Head of Workplace Services - London, United Kingdom - ICBC Standard Bank
Description
Summary
This role is part of the Workplace Services department.The Workplace Services department is responsible for:
The Workplace Services department forms part of the Office of the COO ("OCOO") division which also encompasses: Operations, Technology, Client Management Unit, Global Supplier Management, Business Change, Business Management and Regulatory Oversight.
Job Purpose
This role will lead and manage the Workplace Services function.
Key Responsibilities
Real estate
Vendor / supplier management
People management
Governance and reporting
Risk management
Projects
Budget management
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Knowledge and skills:
Desired personal attributes: