Senior Executive - Workplace Services

Join us as Senior Executive - Workplace Services

• Location: Colombo HO

• Terms & Conditions: Full-time

About Unilever 

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

Job Purpose

The Senior Executive - Workplace Services is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, productive, and efficient work environment for all employees. This role oversees the comprehensive management of administrative services, physical security, and facility operations, ensuring seamless day-to-day functioning and strategic alignment with organizational goals. The Lead Manager will lead a team to deliver high-quality support services, implement best practices, and optimize resources to enhance the overall employee experience and safeguard company assets.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Employee Services: Responsible for smooth implementation of Technical, Catering, Occupancy management, Site Safety Supervision and Office Security Service, Statutory Compliances relating to contract/service provider manpower & ensure service delivery standards.

• Handle Global Projects such as Travel Services, Mobile Services, Resource Booking, AV Services, Future Office etc.

• Governance: Ensuring Statutory compliance, Capex and Opex management including assets and property management & reporting

• Event Management: Corporate events at site.

EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary Experience & Qualifications  

• Bachelor's/ master’s degree in business administration, Facilities Management.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, workplace services, corporate real estate, or a similar operations leadership role.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial capacity, with proven success in leading and developing a team.

• Demonstrated experience in managing complex facility operations, including building maintenance, space planning, vendor management, and budget oversight.

Preferred Experience & Qualifications 

• Strong background in developing and implementing security protocols and systems.

• Experience with project management methodologies and successful delivery of workplace-related projects.

• Project Management Professional Certification.

• Certification for Emergency response or Safety, Health & Environment.

SKILLS

• Strong Leadership and Team Management

• Financial Acumen

• Vendor Management

• Security Management

• Technology Proficiency

• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

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