Job Description

We're searching for a Vice President, Real Estate & Facilities. Are you ready to shape the future of workplace strategy?
Westland Insurance Group Ltd. is growing and we're looking for a strategic leader to shape the future of our real estate footprint as Vice President, Real Estate & Facilities. Based out of our Surrey Head Office, you'll lead a focused, high-performing team responsible for leasing, design, construction, and facilities across our branches nationwide. In this pivotal role, you'll drive the evolution of our national real estate strategy - ensuring our spaces scale with growth, boost operational efficiency, and deliver meaningful, modern workplaces and customer experiences. If you're passionate about optimizing portfolios and building spaces that fuel business success, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Expected Compensation: The expected hiring range for this role is $180,000 to $220,000 based on a 35-hour work week. Actual offered salary will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as market conditions for the role, and internal equity.
Westland also offers a competitive annual short-term incentive program that enables employees to share in the rewards of the business and emphasizes the measures that are key to our success.
Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training and development programs, including courses, seminars, and conferences that support your professional growth.
Discover what's possible, with Westland.
The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to expand our footprint, we're inviting outstanding leaders like you to join us.
Interested in learning more?
Why you'll love Westland:

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to drive your own success
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds
• A total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health
• Flexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to you
• Paid Volunteer Days for employees as part of Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clients

Why we'll love you:

• You bring 10+ years of progressive leadership in corporate real estate, including leasing, construction, and facilities management
• You've successfully managed a large multi-site real estate portfolio and led high-performing, cross-functional teams
• You're a strategic thinker who can align real estate decisions with business goals
• You're skilled in lease negotiations, vendor management, budgeting, and capital planning
• You have exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in insurance, financial services, or retail environments is an asset
• You lead with integrity, accountability, and a passion for continuous improvement

Once here, you'll:

• Develop and lead Westland's national real estate strategy, ensuring alignment with growth and operational goals
• Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, relocations, renovations, and workplace optimization
• Lead the Leasing Administration, Facilities, Design, and Construction team
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety, sustainability, and accessibility standards
• Manage external vendors, landlords, and real estate partners
• Drive timely, on-budget project delivery aligned with Westland's brand and workplace standards
• Build and manage operating and capital budgets, track KPIs, and ensure cost-effective real estate decisions
• Act as a key advisor to the EVP Distribution, and collaborate closely with internal departments including Finance, Legal, and M&A

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