Director, Global Real Estate

eBay•San Jose, CA

2d•$141,600 - $242,400

About The Position

As a global leader in commerce, eBay is redefining the future of work and how space supports innovation, connection, and performance. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Global Real Estate, Design, Construction, and Space Planning to lead our workplace transformation! This executive-level role will own and operationalize a global real estate strategy that aligns with our talent roadmap, growth ambitions, and cultural evolution. Operating at the intersection of space, people, and purpose, this position partners directly with the C-Suite, Talent Acquisition, People Leadership, and business units across the enterprise to deliver a physical environment that is as innovative and inclusive as the teams who work within it. With a strong customer-obsessed mindset, you will champion a workplace experience that fuels employee engagement, efficiency, and belonging—while optimizing for scale, flexibility, and sustainability. This is more than a real estate role—this is a future-of-work leadership opportunity. You will shape the environments that drive eBay’s business transformation, talent acquisition strategy, and global collaboration. Your work will influence how, where, and why work happens, ensuring our portfolio evolves with speed, insight, and intentionality. As a trusted advisor to the Sr. Director of Enterprise Management Resources, and a visible partner to executive leadership, you will play a critical role in guiding investment decisions, identifying opportunities for growth or consolidation, and embedding customer-centric thinking into every aspect of our workplace design!

Requirements

10+ years of experience in corporate real estate, workplace strategy, architecture, or construction management within global or complex enterprise environments.
Demonstrated success in setting and implementing long-range real estate strategies with C-suite visibility and board engagement.
Deep understanding of hybrid work models, workforce planning, and space utilization technologies.
Strong leadership, negotiation, and program management skills with a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery of global capital projects.
Bachelor’s degree preferably in Architecture, Design, Engineering, Real Estate, Business, or related field.
Work experience will be considered in lieu of degree within the mentioned fields.

Nice To Haves

Experience in global tech, e-commerce, or Fortune 500 companies with fast-paced, distributed operations.
Knowledge of regional permitting, labor, and compliance standards across the U.S. and Europe.
Professional certifications: LEED AP, WELL AP, PMP, NCIDQ, or similar.
Proficiency with workplace analytics tools.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a global real estate strategy aligned with business growth, talent acquisition, and location strategy.
Manage global office portfolio planning across major markets throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas as well as emerging geographies.
Analyze market trends, workforce data, and business forecasts to inform footprint decisions and investment priorities
Oversee the end-to-end delivery of design and construction projects, from site selection to occupancy, ensuring alignment with brand, user experience, and budget.
Partner with architecture, design, and construction partners to create innovative, flexible, and sustainable workspaces.
Establish and maintain global workplace standards that promote consistency, adaptability, and cultural relevance.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, People Analytics, and HR Business Partners to ensure workplace strategy directly supports hiring, retention, and workforce distribution.
Integrate space planning with hybrid work models and dynamic team structures to enable team cohesion and autonomy.
Lead with a customer-obsessed, employee-first mindset to ensure that real estate and design initiatives elevate the employee journey.
Leverage workplace analytics, feedback, and occupancy data to refine strategy and improve performance over time.
Champion a test-and-learn culture that pilots new formats, technologies, and space types.
Build strong partnerships with Finance, Legal, IT, Operations, and DEI teams to ensure seamless execution and governance.
Present strategic recommendations, project updates, and risk assessments to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders.
Embed sustainability goals into all design and construction efforts, targeting certifications (e.g., LEED, WELL) and net-zero impact where possible.
Promote inclusive design principles to ensure accessibility, equity, and cultural sensitivity in all workplaces.
Anticipate and respond to global future-of-work trends including AI enablement, workspace-as-a-service models, and digital-first environments.