Workplace Strategy Manager

HP • Houston, TX

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About The Position

As a Workplace Strategy Manager at HP , you will shape the future of work environments for a global, distributed workforce. This role drives strategic initiatives that align our workplace portfolio with business objectives , employee experience, and ESG priorities—creating spaces that foster innovation, agility, and sustainability at scale. You will influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable impact on cost efficiency, engagement, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Design, Real Estate, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10 + years of experience in workplace strategy, corporate real estate, or employee experience , preferably in a global tech or Fortune 500 environment.
• Proven success managing complex, multi-region workplace programs with measurable outcomes.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; proficiency with workplace data platforms and visualization tools.
• Exceptional communication and executive influence skills in matrixed organizations.
• Deep understanding of hybrid work models, agile methodologies, and workplace technology ecosystems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with IWMS, CAFM, or workplace analytics platforms.
• Certification in Change Management.
• Familiarity with sustainability and well-being standards (e.g., LEED, WELL, Fitwel ).
• Ability to navigate global compliance, cultural nuances, and regional workplace norms.

Responsibilities

• Global Workplace Strategy Development : Design and implement workplace strategies across regions that support hybrid work, operational efficiency, and cultural alignment.
• Portfolio Optimization : Partner with Portfolio Planning and Finance to assess space utilization , forecast demand, and optimize global footprint , targeting cost savings and improved employee experience.
• Hybrid Work Enablement : Develop flexible workplace models that balance remote collaboration, in-person innovation, and seamless transitions between work modes.
• Data-Driven Planning : Use workplace analytics, employee sentiment, and utilization data to inform decisions and track KPIs (e.g., space efficiency, engagement scores, sustainability metrics).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with IT, HR, and Real Estate teams to deliver integrated, scalable, and future-ready workplace initiatives.
• Experience Design : Champion inclusive, accessible, and tech-enabled environments that reflect our brand and support a range of workstyles and employee well-being.
• Technology Integration : Evaluate and deploy emerging workplace technologies (e.g., booking systems, sensors, AI-driven analytics, digital twins) to enhance user experience and operational insight.
• Workplace Standards : Develop global standards that advance environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and employee well-being.
• Change Management : Drive global transformation programs , including communications, training, and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 13 paid holidays
• 15 days paid time off ( US benefits overview )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees