Head of Workplace Strategy & Operations

Hybrid

Responsibilities

Own our global real estate and workplace strategy,stay tightly connected to where the business is headed and anticipate what we'll need next
Lead site selection, lease negotiations, and build-outs that set us up to scale without overbuilding
Develop standards for new offices that ensure every office feels like Vercel, but is flexible enough to have the local vibe
Create spaces where our teams want to gather and are designed for real collaboration, focus, wellness, and a sense of belonging
Own day-to-day operations across all our locations with consistency and care
Build and run physical security programs that protect our people, including Executive Protection for our senior leaders
Develop health, safety, and compliance programs that are taken seriously without being bureaucratic
Manage the vendor ecosystem and hold partners to high standards while building relationships that actually work Budgeting & Vendor Management
Own the workplace budget and make smart tradeoffs,balancing investment with resourcefulness

As the team behind Next.js, v0, and AI SDK, we create products that help builders move from idea to production with speed, security, and exceptional developer experience.
experience across our offices in San Francisco, New York, Austin, London, and Berlin, and help us continue to build out our spaces as we grow.
experience in Facilities, Workplace Experience, Security and/or Real Estate leadership, including leading teams of various sizes
Demonstrated ability to build rapport and credibility with senior leadership and site leaders, driving alignment on long-term real estate strategy as well as day-to-day operations
Experience establishing and managing physical security programs, including day-to-day security operations and Executive Protection
Proven ability to build, develop, and empower a team by fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and local impact
Experience building relationships and collaborating with the Executive Team, People, IT, Legal, Finance and other business leaders
FMP® (Facility Management Professional) – IFMA
SFP® (Sustainability Facility Professional) – IFMA
LEED Accreditation – U.S. Green Building Council
Project Management Certification (e.g. PMP) – a plus

We are building the platform for that future, trusted by companies like OpenAI, PayPal, Ramp, Supreme, and millions of developers worldwide .
Strong change management skills, especially in growth phases Bonus If You Have:
Competitive compensation package, including equity.
Inclusive Healthcare Package.
Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills. Flexible Time Off.
The San Francisco, CA base pay range for this role is $220,000-$265,000.
Actual salary will be based on job-related skills, experience, and location.
Compensation outside of San Francisco may be adjusted based on employee location.
The total compensation package may include benefits, equity-based compensation, and eligibility for a company bonus or variable pay program depending on the role.

Vercel is the agentic infrastructure company. We free people and agents to ship what’s next.
For more than a decade, Vercel has shaped how the web is built.
Now, software is entering a new era, and the next generation of products will not just be used by people. They will be built, extended, and operated by agents.
Whether you’re building our products, supporting our customers, growing our community, or shaping our story, you’ll help define what comes next. About the Role:
We're looking for someone who genuinely loves building great workplaces - a hands-on leader who can think big about global strategy while still caring deeply about the details that make an office a place our employees actually want to be. You'll own the
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise and knows how to use it creatively by cutting through unnecessary steps, making the right calls quickly, and delivering high-quality outcomes without defaulting to the obvious path.
We need someone who thinks differently to get things done with both speed and intentionality.
Instead, you'll ship, learn, and keep making it better.
This role is based in San Francisco 5 days a week.
Partner closely with senior leadership and site leaders to gather input, build alignment, and ensure long-term real estate plans reflect both business priorities and the on-the-ground reality of each location Workplace Experience