Role overview

Scale is an artificial intelligence startup focused on providing high-quality training data for AI and machine learning development across industries. As Global Head of Workplace, you will lead the Workplace function across approximately 10 offices worldwide, owning the real estate portfolio, workplace budget, and day-to-day office operations. You will build a global team, manage external partners including facilities management services, and ensure every office is safe, efficient, cost-effective, and an attractive place to work.

Key responsibilities

Lead strategy and oversight of Scale’s global real estate portfolio, including site selection, lease negotiation, renewals, and property disposition across multiple markets.
Manage the integrated facilities management partnership and other outsourced service providers, defining service level agreements, key performance indicators, and conducting regular performance reviews.
Own and manage the global Workplace and Real Estate budget, including leases, facilities operations, food and beverage programs, and capital projects, with regular reporting to Finance and leadership.
Oversee food and beverage programs across all offices, working with catering vendors and gathering employee feedback to enhance the office experience.
Lead office openings, expansions, relocations, and build-outs from conception through completion, collaborating with architects, contractors, and project managers on flexible and sustainable workspace design.
Partner with Security to ensure workplace safety, emergency preparedness, compliance with health and safety regulations, and incident response procedures across all sites.
Build and develop a global Workplace team, partner with People, Security, IT, Finance, and Legal to establish consistent standards, and work alongside on-site vendor teams.

Requirements

Proven experience leading a global, multi-site real estate and workplace function with responsibility for multiple office locations.
Deep experience managing integrated facilities management partners and outsourced service delivery models.
Track record owning and managing large, multi-million-dollar operating and capital budgets with strong financial acumen.
Experience negotiating commercial leases and leading office openings, build-outs, and relocations, including international expansion projects.
Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, with ability to use occupancy and utilization metrics to inform strategy.
Excellent project management capabilities with demonstrated success delivering projects on time and within budget.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and collaborate across functions.

What makes this role worth considering

You will have the opportunity to shape the workplace experience for a fast-growing AI company across a global footprint. This role offers significant strategic scope—from real estate portfolio management and vendor leadership to budget ownership and team building—allowing you to make a tangible impact on company culture and operational efficiency as Scale expands into new markets.