Head of International Services Support

Job description / Role

Head of International Services Support - Facilities Management - Banking - Premises Manager

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Facilities Manager to join one of the Middle East and Africa's largest and most prestigious financial institutions in their Qatar headquarters as Head of International Services Support

In this role you will be responsible for overseeing all international facility services activities, including routing, scheduled and emergency maintenance, safety & security for all international premises of the bank.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate clear understanding of the important factors behind the bank’s financial & non-financial performance
• Oversee all property maintenance and facility management related activities including security, mail distribution, hospitality, office maintenance, office furnishing, and cleaning.
• Approve the list of assigned focal points in international branches and subsidiaries to ensure a close eye on all facilities
• Manage relationship with vendors responsible for the opening of new branches or refurbishment of existing ones.
• Take leading role in understanding of external & internal environment (economic, political, social, competitive, and regulatory factors)
• Demonstrate speed and flexibility in decision making, taking decisive action when circumstances call.
• Display a good understanding of the major economies/relevant geographies that could have an impact on the group’s business
• Develop budget estimates for the maintenance of all international facilities, equipment, in coordination with PM & Engineering department
• Visit branch offices and undertake detailed analysis of maintenance/project work required and prepare report for Head of International Project Management

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be able to speak English, French and Arabic fluently
• Extensive experience working as a Facilities, Property or Real Estate Manager for a global Banking or Financial Institution
• Comprehensive understanding of services provided and related best practices
• Business understanding within international economic/legal context
• Ability to create efficient workplans and a high level of coordination among team members
• High degree of understanding of Customer Service parameters and guidelines
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Facilities Management

About the Company

Allegis Group retired the "Talent2" name and re-branded its specialist recruitment professionals brand to Aston Carter.

Aston Carter is a distinguished global provider of recruitment services to companies requiring highly specialised business professionals. We have an unrivalled commitment to delivering first class service to our clients and candidates across professional disciplines, including Information Technology, Finance, Sales, Risk, Credit, Compliance, Operations, Marketing, Audit, HR and Engineering. Although we are retiring theTalent2 brand, our continued alignment with your company's business objectives will remain unchanged. As part of Aston Carter, our global presence gives us access to additional high-level talent, solutions and industry trends to better grow with our customers.

With more than 60 offices across Europe, Asia Pacific and North America, Aston Carter provides local, regional and global expertise to drive value and meet our customers' unique needs. Aston Carter is an operating company of Allegis Group, a global talent solutions provider and the world's largest privately owned recruitment firm.