Lease & Portfolio Management Lead

As part of our strategic growth agenda, we are establishing a Lease and Portfolio Management Center of Excellence (CoE) within our Global Real Estate function and are hiring a new Lease & Portfolio Management Lead to build and lead this capability. The role is open globally, with preferred locations set close to our main ABB facilities. It reports to the global Head of Real Estate and to the Business Area Real Estate Manager for Motion. This newly created role combines strategic leadership with operational execution. You will design, implement, and run a centralized framework for lease administration and portfolio management, ensuring accuracy, consistency, compliance, and transparency across the global real estate portfolio. You will collaborate across Finance, Legal, Real Estate, and other functions, and serve as the single source of truth for lease and portfolio data. Key Responsibilities Center of Excellence Setup & Governance

Design and implement the Lease & Portfolio Management Center of Excellence, including scope, operating model, governance, and KPIs Define and document global standards, processes, and controls for lease and portfolio management Act as the global subject matter expert for lease and portfolio management topics

Lease Administration & Portfolio Management

Lead the implementation of a new lease and portfolio management tool Own end‑to‑end lease administration activities across the global portfolio, including:

Lease abstraction and data validation Critical date management (renewals, expiries, options) Rent, escalation, indexation, and payment tracking Compliance with lease terms and contractual obligations Maintain a global view of the real estate lease portfolio, supporting transparency, optimization, and decision‑making Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across lease and portfolio management systems Build and develop a centralized lease and portfolio management team, as the CoE matures

Stakeholder & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Legal, Tax, and Procurement Support financial close activities, audits, and reporting (including lease accounting inputs under applicable standards) Act as a key interface with external service providers and landlords

Continuous Improvement & Digitization

Drive process efficiency, standardization, and automation across lease and portfolio management Support selection, implementation, and optimization of digital tools and systems Develop portfolio dashboards and reporting to enhance transparency, insights, and decision‑making

Risk, Compliance & Controls

Establish and maintain internal controls related to lease and portfolio management Identify risks, inconsistencies, or compliance gaps and drive remediation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field 10+ years of experience in lease administration, real estate operations, or portfolio management, preferably in a global environment Proven experience establishing or transforming processes, operating models, or shared‑service capabilities Strong understanding of commercial lease structures, terminology, data requirements, and governance practices Hands‑on experience with lease and portfolio management systems, including implementation, optimization, or data quality improvement Familiarity with lease accounting requirements, such as IFRS 16 or ASC 842, and experience supporting audits, reporting, or financial close activities Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience partnering across Real Estate, Finance, Legal, and external service providers Structured, detail‑oriented, and data‑driven, with the ability to operate hands‑on, think strategically, manage ambiguity, and build new capabilities with integrity and ownership

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… (continues from job description) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… (continues from job description) In the US, while base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $142'500 and $237’500 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus. JR00038755 #J-18808-Ljbffr