Manager Real Estate Strategies

Job description

Can’t wait to make an impact on the world? You’re not alone. Join us in driving progress in the working world and beyond. Deloitte’s Infrastructure & Real Estate (I&RE) practice is a leading independent, multidisciplinary and end-to-end real estate advisory firm serving large private (corporates, investors and developers) and public sector organizations in Belgium. We lead strategic real estate or real assets projects across four integrated pillars: Real Estate Capital & Funding Strategies: Advise on investment strategies, capital stack optimization, funding structures) to enhance capital resilience in volatile markets. This includes end-to-end transaction, deal structuring, data/AI/sustainability driven valuation and corporate finance modelling. Portfolio/Asset Transformation & Decarbonization: Develop and implement portfolio transition/optimization solutions, Capital Expenditures prioritization, building & occupancy advisory and asset-level ROI sequencing; turn ESG compliance into value creation through data-driven decarbonization strategies. Real Estate Operating Model & Platform Strategy: Architect integrated operating models for real assets as operational businesses; position clients for platform governance and scalability in the full real estate spectrum. Infrastructure & Public Funding Advisory. Our competitive advantage is our ability to integrate these capabilities into seamless, strategic solutions. We don’t just advise on real estate, we help clients transform their real estate strategy into a business competitive edge. Our Clients: Leading corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, and public sector organizations across Belgium and Europe. Your journey with us Join Deloitte Belgium’s Infrastructure & Real Estate (I&RE) practice as a Manager Real Estate Strategies, where you’ll be a strategic advisor to leading organizations navigating complex real estate challenges. You’ll leverage the power of Deloitte’s multidisciplinary expertise to help clients optimize their real estate portfolios, accelerate sustainable transformation, and unlock value through strategic financing and capital markets solutions. This is not a transactional role—it’s a strategic partnership opportunity where you’ll shape how organizations think about real estate as a competitive advantage. You will become a strategic architect of real estate transformation. This is a strategic partnership role where you'll shape how organizations think about real estate as a competitive advantage - not only as a cost center. You'll lead transformation mandates that unlock value, reduce risk, and future-proof real asset portfolios. Your responsibilities: Lead real estate strategic advisory engagements for our clients across our four integrated pillars (Real Estate Capital & Funding Strategies, Portfolio/Asset Transformation/Corporate RE & Decarbonization, Real Estate Operating Model & Platform Strategy, Infrastructure & Public Funding Advisory). Develop Data-Driven, Tech-Enabled Solutions that go beyond traditional advisory: Leverage AI-powered analytics, portfolio dashboards, and benchmarking tools to deliver insights at scale, Embed technology and automation into feasibility analysis, proposal development, and portfolio diagnostics Collaborate Across Multidisciplinary Teams to deliver integrated solutions: Work seamlessly with valuers, sustainability experts, transaction advisors, workplace strategists, and financial modelers Orchestrate cross-functional expertise to address complex, interconnected client challenges. Contribute to thought leadership and innovation initiatives that position Deloitte as the transformation platform leader Build and Expand Strategic Client Relationships: Develop deep, long-term partnerships with corporate clients, institutional investors, and/or public sector authorities, Identify and pursue new business opportunities aligned with client transformation needs, Serve as trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on capital strategy, risk mitigation, and operating model redesign, Manage Delivery Excellence & Commercial Impact: Lead project delivery with focus on quality, risk management, and financial performance, Ensure client satisfaction, engagement profitability, and adherence to Deloitte's quality standards, Drive utilization and margin improvement through disciplined delivery and value-based pricing Mentor and Develop Talent: Coach and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning, Contribute to practice growth, capability building, and thought leadership initiatives, Share market insights and strategic perspectives to elevate practice strategy. Let's talk about you Experience (6–8 Years) Proven experience in corporate real estate strategy advisory, consulting, or related strategic advisory roles Portfolio & Capital Strategy: Demonstrated expertise in real estate strategy, portfolio optimization Client Advisory at Scale: Experience advising corporate clients, institutional investors, or public sector organizations on strategy at portfolio, building/HQ, or operating model levels Transformation Mindset: Track record of leading or contributing to transformation mandates—not incremental advisory; you understand how to integrate capital, operations, and sustainability into cohesive strategies Market & Valuation Acumen: Strong understanding of real estate market dynamics, valuation principles, and capital markets Expertise & Capabilities Sustainability & ESG Integration: Familiarity with sustainability to translate ESG compliance into business value Data & Technology: Comfort with data analytics, financial modeling, and emerging technologies (AI, dashboards, benchmarking tools); ability to leverage tech to enhance advisory impact Project & Engagement Management: Proven ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary projects; ideally, experience managing teams or leading delivery at scale Fluent in English and Dutch and/or French Mindset & Behaviors Strategic Thinker: Ability to see the big picture, connect disparate challenges, and develop integrated solutions; comfortable advising senior stakeholders on complex, interconnected issues Transformation Leader: Driven by innovation and continuous improvement; you thrive in ambiguity and see structural market shifts as opportunities Collaborative Orchestrator: Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines, leverage diverse expertise, and build consensus among multidisciplinary teams Client-Centric Problem Solver: Commercial acumen combined with genuine curiosity about client challenges; you build trust through insight and impact Adaptable & Resilient: Comfortable navigating volatility and change; you learn quickly and adjust strategies based on market feedback Our leading Infrastructure & Real Estate team offers a breadth of capability and an innovative approach unequalled in the market. We combine property services with financial and business advisory expertise to deliver integrated solutions, we apply a depth of insight drawn from our understanding of all industries, sectors and asset classes. We work in teams that cherish dedication and highly competent colleagues. You can expect leadership across all levels of seniority, while informality, inclusion, and sharing laughs at the office come naturally to us. Who is Deloitte? We provide industry-leading audit and assurance, tax and legal, consulting and related services. We are committed to driving innovation across offerings to help our clients address their challenges, while giving our professionals opportunities to learn and grow in this era of transformation. In Belgium, +5000 dedicated professionals active in +10 offices, take great pride in bringing multidisciplinary expertise to a wide variety of clients, from national and international companies, small, fast-growing and large organizations to public institutions and governmental authorities. Why Deloitte? Be the true you! We foster diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Explore, question and collaborate while building a career that inspires and energises you. Never stop growing! Diversity of thought makes us stronger. At Deloitte, we tailor a personalized learning experience, offering you the opportunity to grow at your own pace and achieve maximum impact. We practice what we preach! As a Purpose-led organisation, at the heart of everything we do is a set of timeless principles and unifying values . Life looks different for each of us, so we created a varied benefits package that you can tap into: My Benefits My Choice , a flexible rewards plan tailored to your lifestyle and priorities Sustainable transport options offered by Mobility@Deloitte Flexible work arrangements for all and initiatives supported by Parents & Caregivers @Deloitte Wellbeing tips and activities powered by Energise@Deloitte Topped off with other health benefits and insurance opportunities Empowering our employees with flexible work arrangements remains essential in today's reality: Hybrid workplace: combination of home office and on-site (+10 offices in Belgium or client's premises). Part-time employment: all our jobs are open to full-time or part-time work under a 90% or 80% regime. Join us to make an impact together! Apply now! #LI-SL2