Senior Manager, Facilities Operations EMEA

Zscaler, Inc.; City of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Senior Manager, Facilities Operations EMEA to oversee workplace operations across multiple locations. This role involves managing vendor relations, ensuring health and safety standards, and leading projects that enhance employee experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience in facilities and a strong track record in budget management. The firm offers competitive benefits and a commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Various health plans

Time off plans for vacation and sick time

Parental leave options

Retirement options

Education reimbursement

In-office perks

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in workplace solutions, facilities, or similar roles.
• Experience managing distributed regional teams.
• Proven track record of sourcing and managing vendor agreements.
• Strong experience developing and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage EMEA facilities operations and vendor negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and building regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote well-being.
• Lead critical projects such as office upgrades and relocations.
• Coach and manage workplace teams to meet organizational goals.

Skills

Workplace solutions

Program management

Vendor negotiations

Budget management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in facilities management or business administration

Job description

Senior Manager, Facilities Operations EMEA

Zscaler – City of London, England, United Kingdom

About Zscaler

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Manager, Facilities Operations EMEA to join our People & Culture team. Reporting to the Director of Global Facilities Operations, you will oversee regional and local workplace teams across EMEA, ensuring excellence in facilities operations across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage EMEA facilities operations, vendor negotiations, and budgets across all regional office locations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and building regulations while enhancing workplace services and amenities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (IT, People & Culture) to create policies and initiatives that promote employee well‑being and productivity.
• Lead critical projects such as office upgrades, relocations, events, and onboarding support.
• Coach and manage EMEA workplace teams to deliver on organizational goals through innovation and alignment.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in workplace solutions, facilities, or similar roles with a focus on program management.
• Experience managing distributed regional teams and overseeing office builds, relocations, or renovations.
• Proven track record of sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendor agreements.
• Strong experience developing and managing budgets for large‑scale facilities operations.
• Knowledge of EMEA health, safety, and building regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, business administration, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to inspire global, multicultural teams.
• Demonstrated passion for creating innovative solutions for employee experience and workplace culture.

Benefits

• Various health plans.
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time.
• Parental leave options.
• Retirement options.
• Education reimbursement.
• In‑office perks, and more.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy‑related support.