Job Description

Location

Singapore

Salary

250,000

Job Type

Permanent

Reference

69892

Job Summary

Head of Real Estate

Our client is a technology enabled, global golf entertainment brand that believes in the unlimited power of play and brings joy through more ways to play the game of golf. What started as a simple idea to enhance the game has grown into a movement that is bringing new players, new personalities and a new attitude to modern golf. With more than eighty sports and entertainment complexes across the world, including North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, Asia and Oceania, Topgolf serves more than 20 million guests annually \xe2\x80\x93 creating moments that matter for all. As the Head of Real Estate at Topgolf, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the development of real estate locations from initiation through completion in the Southeast Asia market, with a primary focus on Singapore. You will report to the Vice President of Real Estate, Design and Development (VP of REDD). Your responsibilities will encompass site selection, negotiation, partnership building, legal coordination, budgeting, and team management.
This role is integral to the growth and expansion of the brand in the dynamic Southeast Asia market, in particular to Singapore as a strategic hub.

HOW YOU\xe2\x80\x99LL DO IT:
Real Estate Development Management:
\xef\x82\xb7 Lead and manage the entire real estate development process, ensuring successful project initiation, planning, execution, and completion.
\xef\x82\xb7 Research, develop and implement strategies for site selection and acquisition, considering market trends, demographics, and business objectives. Strategic Partner/Government Relations:
\xef\x82\xb7 Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with Singaporean landowners, government authorities, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth real estate transactions.
\xef\x82\xb7 Collaborating with authorities for a site in Singapore (i.e. EDB, STB, URA, MTI, SLA, etc.)
\xef\x82\xb7 Collaborate with third-party brokers, developers, and independent research consultants to identify potential sites and partnerships.

Site Location Research & Strategy:
\xef\x82\xb7 Actively participate in the formulation and execution of site location strategies, including population mapping and market analysis.
\xef\x82\xb7 Identify and evaluate potential sites to align with the company\'s growth objectives. Pipeline Development:
\xef\x82\xb7 Proactively build and maintain a robust pipeline of potential sites through engaging discussions and presentations to developers and landowners.

Cross-functional Collaboration:
\xef\x82\xb7 Work closely with design, construction, and operational teams to assess the suitability of potential sites and ensure a seamless integration into the brand.
\xef\x82\xb7 Manage project timelines and demonstrate ownership throughout the transaction process.

Financial Management:
\xef\x82\xb7 Prepare budgets and financial projections for real estate projects.
\xef\x82\xb7 Ability to execute a reverse built to suit (BTS) transaction.

Transaction Management:
\xef\x82\xb7 Lead the team, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure their success in achieving departmental goals.
\xef\x82\xb7 Negotiation and structuring
\xef\x82\xb7 Collaborating with external consultants like legal and tax consultant to structure and draft legal documents.

WHAT WE\xe2\x80\x99RE LOOKING FOR / KEY ATTRIBUTES:
\xef\x82\xb7 Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree or equivalent, preferably with a concentration in real estate or finance.
\xef\x82\xb7 Minimum ten (10) years of experience in real estate transactions, with a strong background in business development, M&A, investment, and leasing.
\xef\x82\xb7 Experience in the real estate, retail or hospitality sector is a significant advantage.
\xef\x82\xb7 Record of working with Singapore government authorities will be an advantage.
\xef\x82\xb7 Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and PowerPoint for presentations.
\xef\x82\xb7 Effective communication skills in English.
\xef\x82\xb7 Proven track record in real estate development and site identification in Southeast Asia and in particular Singapore
\xef\x82\xb7 Energetic, independent, resourceful, and proactive with strong decision-making abilities.
\xef\x82\xb7 A team player with the capacity to work collaboratively across diverse cultures.
\xef\x82\xb7 Demonstrated negotiation skills and numeracy.
\xef\x82\xb7 Excellent written and oral interpersonal skills to provide clear guidance to team members.
\xef\x82\xb7 Demonstrate Topgolf\xe2\x80\x99s Core Values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Courage and Caring.
\xef\x82\xb7 Local candidates and those with a right to live and work in Singapore are preferred.