For a pan-European real estate developer and long-term owner of industrial and logistics assets, we are looking for a Head of Applications & Automations to lead the next phase of business technology development.
This role goes beyond traditional application management. You will own the end-to-end application landscape (ERP, CRM, HR, finance, ESG) and drive process optimisation, automation and AI adoption across multiple countries. Working closely with leasing, finance, ESG, HR and operations, you will translate business needs into modern, scalable digital solutions supporting the full real estate lifecycle.
Role scope:
- Ownership of the full lifecycle of business applications, including roadmap, stability and continuous improvement
- Application portfolio management (priorities, budget, vendors, contracts) and delivery of new implementations
- Close business partnering with leasing, finance, ESG, HR and operations
- Leadership of automation initiatives, low-code workflows and future RPA capabilities
- Deployment of practical AI use cases with clear business impact
- Building and developing a high-performing applications and automation team
What client is looking for:
- 8+ years in technology roles, including leadership of application or digital teams
- Experience managing complex application portfolios and external vendors
- Strong understanding of business processes (leasing, finance, HR, ESG or operations)
- Hands-on experience with low-code / automation platforms (e.g. Power Platform or similar)
- Strong stakeholder management, business mindset and ability to drive change in a multi-country environment
- Fluency in English
What client offers:
- Established international industrial real estate developer with a strong European footprint
- Collaborative, international teams across 11 countries
- An attractive annual performance-based bonus
- Clear focus on learning and development, backed by a dedicated training budget
- Language courses and individual coaching support
- Flexible and hybrid working model
- Extra paid leave in line with local legislation
- Standard local benefits, including meal allowance
- Strong team culture with regular events, networking and charity initiatives
- Everyday office perks (good coffee, snacks, refreshments)
Start date: immediately / by agreement
We look forward to working with you.
Lukáš Křivanec
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukaskrivanec/
