Head of Real Estate & Workplace

Why Harvey

Harvey is a secure AI platform for professionals in law, tax, and finance that augments productivity and automates complex workflows. Harvey uses algorithms with reasoning-adept LLMs that have been customized and developed by our expert team of lawyers, engineers and research scientists. We’ve found product market fit and are scaling our team very quickly. Some reasons to join Harvey are:

• Exceptional product market fit: We have partnered with the largest law firms and professional service providers in the world, including Paul Weiss, A&O Shearman, Ashurst, O'Melveny & Myers, PwC, KKR, and many others.
• Strategic investors: Raised over $200 million from strategic investors including Sequoia, Google Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, and the OpenAI Startup Fund.
• World-class team: Harvey is hiring the best talent from DeepMind, Google Brain, Stripe, FAIR, Tesla Autopilot, Glean, Superhuman, Figma, and more.
• Partnerships: Our engineers and researchers work directly with OpenAI to build the future of generative AI and redefine professional services.
• Performance: $0-30M ARR in the last 18 months.
• Compensation: Top of market cash and equity compensation.

Role Overview

Harvey is growing rapidly at our current SF, NY, and London locations and will launch additional locations in the future. The Head of Real Estate and Workplace will be responsible for developing and executing our real estate strategy, managing our property portfolio, and creating an inspiring and efficient work environment for our team. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this role requires someone who can navigate strategic planning while also driving the details of day-to-day operations.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Planning:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive real estate strategy that aligns with the company's growth objectives.
  • Identify opportunities for expansion and optimization of our physical workspace.
• Portfolio Management:
  • Oversee all aspects of property management, including office selection and lease negotiations.
  • Manage relationships with landlords, property managers, and external partners.
• Workplace Operations:
  • Ensure the workplace environment fosters productivity, collaboration, and aligns with company culture.
  • Oversee facilities management, including maintenance, safety, and compliance with local regulations.
• Project Leadership:
  • Lead office build-outs, renovations, and relocations, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate with architects, contractors, and internal stakeholders for seamless project execution.
• Budgeting and Financial Oversight:
  • Develop and manage the real estate and facilities budget.
  • Analyze financial data to make informed decisions about property investments and expenditures.
• Team Management:
  • Over time, build and lead a small team dedicated to real estate and workplace functions.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with Finance, People Operations, IT, and other departments to support company-wide initiatives and events.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all real estate and workplace matters.

What You Have

• 7 years+ of experience in corporate real estate and workplace management, preferably within the technology sector.
• Proven track record of managing real estate portfolios and leading workplace operations in a high-growth environment.
• Strong negotiation skills with experience in lease agreements and vendor contracts.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with real estate management software and tools.
• Willingness to be hands-on and dive into the details when necessary.

Harvey is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.