Acre is pleased to be working in partnership with CHANEL to identify their new Director of Facilities Management.

 

CHANEL holds a historic brand culture, codes, and values, with a clear vision and aligned priorities centered around being a human and purposeful employer.

 

 

We are looking to hear from dynamic and experienced Property and Facilities Management experts to oversee and manage the operations of the CHANEL UK campus, which includes their global corporate and UK regional corporate offices, retail locations, and distribution center.

 

 

 

This newly created role is a pivotal opportunity for an established professional with a proven track record in UK property management and facilities operations. As an instrumental senior partner to the business, you will ensure their physical spaces deliver the highest standards in operations to enhance their people's experience, support operational needs, and align with CHANEL's growth strategies, sustainability, risk and human rights commitments.

 

 

 

You'll have the opportunity to:

 

• Oversee and manage all facilities operations across CHANEL's UK offices, retail stores, and distribution center, ensuring best-in-class service delivery.

• Partner with the design teams on capital projects, refurbishments, and store fit-outs to ensure they meet all requirements and brand standards once in operation.

• Develop and implement a strategic facilities management plan that aligns with CHANEL's growth, operational needs, and sustainability ambitions.

• Lead and mentor a team of up to 80 professionals across the property and facilities management teams, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Manage key vendor relationships, ensuring service excellence, cost efficiency, and compliance with CHANEL's high standards.

• Ensure optimal maintenance and security of all CHANEL properties, guaranteeing safety, functionality, and premium aesthetics in every space.

• Monitor and control budgets, ensuring financial efficiency while maintaining the highest quality and service levels.

 

 

 

You are:

 

• A proven leader with demonstrable experience in multi-site Facilities Management, Real Estate, or a related field-ideally within luxury, hospitality, or high-end retail.

• A strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, able to manage budgets and drive operational efficiencies.

• A passionate innovator, committed to sustainability, excellence, and human-centric design.

• A collaborative leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, inspiring teams and influencing stakeholders.

• A professional with an understanding of wider risk and Security Management.

 

 

 

Why CHANEL?

 

• Impact: Be part of a company that prioritises sustainability, creativity, and social responsibility.

• Growth: Develop within a culture that invests in talent and fosters continuous learning.

• Exclusivity: Work in an environment where every detail is designed for excellence.

• Rewards & Wellbeing: Competitive rewards package, private healthcare, product discounts, cultural benefits, and more.

 

 

 

Apply directly now and make your mark in an iconic house where heritage meets innovation

Are you passionate about sustainability, data-driven decision-making, and creating lasting impact? Join a dynamic team at the forefront of ESG in the Build to Rent (BTR) sector.

 

 

In this newly created role, our client is looking to identify an ESG Data & Performance Manager to drive sustainability initiatives across a diverse and growing portfolio of neighbourhoods across London.

 

 

This role offers the chance to shape how ESG data is collected, analysed, and used to drive real change across their portfolio.

 

 

Some of the most impactful areas you'll lead include:

 

• Owning ESG Data & Reporting - Managing and centralising ESG data, ensuring it's not just used for reporting but to drive operational improvements. You'll be responsible for annual ESG disclosures, quarterly investor reporting, and key submissions like GRESB, EPRA, and CSRD.

• Driving Performance Through Data - You'll set sustainability performance targets across energy, carbon, and efficiency metrics, helping teams track and achieve real-world impact.

• Engaging Stakeholders - Collaborating with operations, asset management, and investor teams to make ESG performance a core part of their business strategy.

• Innovating & Improving ESG Systems - Managing our ESG data platform (Measurabl) and driving automation to improve the accuracy and efficiency of sustainability tracking.

• Implementing BREEAM In-Use Across their portfolio - Supporting site teams and working with external consultants to secure green building certifications that improve the efficiency and sustainability of assets.

 

 

This role is perfect for someone who loves working with data, engaging stakeholders, and making a tangible impact on sustainability.

 

 

The ideal candidate will have:

 

• Experience managing ESG data in a real estate, property, or sustainability-focused role.

• Strong knowledge of sustainability metrics such as carbon accounting, energy intensity, and Scope 3 emissions.

• A passion for driving change, someone who doesn't just report data but actively uses it to improve sustainability performance.

• Confidence working with stakeholders across different teams, from asset managers to site teams, to embed ESG best practices.

• A structured, detail-oriented approach to project management and data reporting, with experience in frameworks like GRESB, EPRA, or CSRD (desirable).

 

 

Make a genuine impact by leading sustainability initiatives across a growing BTR portfolio and help shape the future of urban living.

 

 

If you're ready to turn ESG data into action and drive sustainability at scale, we'd love to hear from you!

 

 

Please apply directly or reach out to Ben Flint at ben.flint@acre.com for more information

Acre is proud to partner with a prestigious London-based institution operating at the intersection of infrastructure, economic development, cultural heritage, and local governance.

 

 

This newly created Senior Sustainability Manager role presents a unique opportunity to drive meaningful environmental impact within their high-profile Investment Property Group (IPG) portfolio. You will spearhead innovative sustainability initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organisation's ambitious Climate Action Strategy (CAS) while contributing to a more sustainable built environment.

 

 

Impact

 

Reporting to the Senior Sustainability Lead, you will take ownership of sustainability strategy development and execution, embedding ESG principles across a diverse London property portfolio. Your leadership will shape the long-term resilience and environmental performance of these assets.

 

 

Key responsibilities include:

 

• Driving Decarbonisation: Identifying and implementing initiatives to reduce carbon emissions, enhance energy efficiency, and optimise environmental performance.

• Advancing Sustainable Building Practices: Leading the integration of renewable energy, waste reduction, and water conservation strategies across the portfolio.

• Project Management & Delivery: Overseeing design and execution of decarbonisation projects, ensuring tangible sustainability outcomes.

• ESG & Compliance Leadership: Providing strategic recommendations on MEES, BREEAM, CRREM, UKGBC, NABERS, and WELL standards, influencing investment, acquisition, and development decisions.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting: Preparing and presenting ESG and Climate Action Strategy reports that showcase sustainability achievements.

 

To thrive in this role, you will have:

 

• A proven track record of delivering energy efficiency and decarbonisation programs within real estate, investment, or fund management environments.

• Experience in building systems, with a focus on energy optimisation.

• Practical knowledge of BMS systems, project tendering, and implementation.

• Strong ability to engage senior stakeholders, translating technical insights into actionable, commercially viable sustainability strategies.

 

Be a Catalyst for Change

 

Are you a passionate sustainability expert eager to drive transformation across one of London's largest and most influential property portfolios? If so, we would love to hear from you. Please apply directly or reach out to Ben Flint at ben.flint@acre.com