Manager, Space and Occupancy Planning - Netflix (Los Angeles, CA)
We are seeking a Manager of Space & Occupancy Planning, reporting to the Director of Space & Occupancy Strategy, to support the day-to-day space planning of existing Netflix offices, lead on the development of space programming for new Netflix spaces, while tracking changes of workplace occupancy of Netflix’s evolving real estate portfolio in the Los Angeles region. This role is based in-office at our Hollywood, CA office.
The focus of the Space and Occupancy Planning role will be the strategic planning and analysis of Netflix existing and planned corporate locations within the Los Angeles region. The role will collaborate and communicate with other members of the global occupancy and space planning team, real estate strategists, designers, and workplace specialists. The overall market range for roles in this area of Netflix is typically $165,000 - $470,000
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Responsibilities
Liaise, influence, and build relationships with local/regional business partners, Director’s and VP’s, to ensure their business’ allocation, adjacency and spatial needs are met, validating yearly headcount projections and short-term spatial programming/technical requirements
Subject matter expert for the Los Angeles region on space and occupancy strategy and planning; lead for co-developing space planning methodologies at a macro level and bridging those strategies to the micro level to support individual sites and teams
Monitors, tracks and reports space and occupancy trends based on local headcount forecasting, business org changes and space requirements
Leads spatial and occupancy analysis’ for all LA sites; gathers trends and findings to support on future regional planning as well as global impacts and initiatives
As the SME for the LA region, proactively analyze and report on space and headcount trends; partner with the global S&O team to strategize long term occupancy and spatial solutions
Lead, manage and support the development of a team of space and occupancy planners dedicated to the LA region
Partner closely with the cross functional regional team in defining short and long term needs for new and existing sites
In partnership with the regional workplace teams, lead monthly efforts to ensure data accuracy within the CAFM system for all Los Angeles space and occupancy data
Utilize space and occupancy metrics and best practices to inform real estate decisions.
Perform spatial analysis to develop scenarios on the most strategic use of space; including implementing seating strategies that maximize space utilization.
Be a champion of change management for end users - creating, contributing, and maintaining employee resources to navigate workplace strategies (assigned seating, flex seating, hybrid work, etc).
Partner with the Workplace and MAC teams in the execution of move and migration plans with space allocations and occupancy data
Closely partner with the global Space & Occupancy team on developing workplace strategy pilots, specific to region, to support the hybrid workplace
Contribute to presentations for highly visible projects for a wide range audience (ie: senior leadership) containing but not limited to workplace standards, agile work environments, and complex phasing
Provide conceptual space occupancy plans and recommendations to stakeholders subsequently preparing block plans or stacking diagrams.
Contribute to the development of space programs for new corporate offices, post production facilities and studio spaces; track the development and implementation of the program from project inception to completion
Keep up to date with emerging trends and insights with regards to workplace strategy, design, and best practices
Other duties may be assigned
Travel up to 25% of the time
Basic Requirements
BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Space Planning
7+ years of experience in workplace strategy, occupancy and space planning
Expertise in space planning, user research, occupancy planning and strategy, and space programming
Comfortable in a fast-paced, open, collaborative environment
Direct experience managing a diverse and talented team
High degree of flexibility and the ability to collaborate, problem solve and multi-task
Proficiency in AutoCAD, GSuite (specifically Google Sheets), and CAFM systems
Knowledge of ADA requirements and building codes
Ability to read and interpret floor plans and construction documents
Preferred Requirements
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Excellent team management and development skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, team based, deadline oriented environment
Ability to effectively manage complex tasks and prioritize multiple projects and competing priorities
Ability to develop business cases and service requirements while creating and managing strategic alliances
Ability to build internal networks and work cross-functional
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Demonstrated ability to produce reports/documents
Strong presentation and facilitation skills
At Netflix, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your personal top of market. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location.
The overall market range for roles in this area of Netflix is typically $165,000 - $470,000
This market range is based on total compensation (vs. only base salary), which is in line with our compensation philosophy. Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.