About Vanguard

Founded in 1975, Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment management companies. The firm offers investments, advice, and retirement services to tens of millions of individual investors around the globe-directly, through workplace plans, and through financial intermediaries.




Vanguard's India Office



Vanguard's office in India is a significant milestone in our global expansion. We are committed to establishing an enduring technology center in Hyderabad, Telangana and are excited to be adding talent who will focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), mobile, and cloud-based technologies that drive our business outcomes and deliver a world-class experience for our clients.




Role Summary

This role manages all aspects of operation and maintenance of multiple or large physical facilities. Recommends, plans, and directs the design, maintenance, construction, renovation, and repair of organization facilities. Leads and negotiates multi-year vendor contracts. This role also ensures efficient utilization of real estate assets while aligning facility strategies with organizational growth and operational goals.




Responsibilities

1. Hires, evaluates, and supervises crew. Provides guidance and training as necessary to develop crew. Sets performance standards, reviews performance, and makes informed compensation decisions in accordance with all applicable Human Resources policies and procedures.

2. Develops plans and programs that meet present and anticipated space and facility requirements. Evaluates present and future needs for real estate, owned or leased, for the organization.

3. Oversees and plans annual facility spending for office services, building and grounds maintenance, and facility expansion or improvement projects.

4. Prepares cost estimates for building renovations or space allocations.

5. Manages the maintenance, repair, and improvement of physical systems and equipment, related vendor relations, and cost control.

6. Monitors and inspects all buildings and equipment to ensure that utility systems are fully operational and that preventive maintenance schedules are being followed. Leads facility staff working on various facility systems, such as water, utilities, generators, lighting, etc.

7. Evaluates completed work and checks for conformance to specifications.

8. Tracks industry and application trends to contribute to planning current and future real estate solutions. Proposes real estate solutions based on deep understanding of industry forces, emerging trends, and regional best practices.

9. Manages KPI targets/performance objectives for the site(s) and drives performance, cost savings, and operational improvement initiatives.

10. Ensures compliance with local regulatory requirements, safety standards, and environmental guidelines across all facilities.

11. Drives sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives within real estate and facility operations.

12. Collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to align facility management with business continuity and expansion plans.

13. Implements and leverages facility management systems and tools for improved operational efficiency and reporting.

14. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.




Qualification & Skills

• Minimum 10 years of related work experience, with at least Three years of real estate or facilities management experience. Supervisory experience preferred.


• Undergraduate degree (such as B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, or equivalent) or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree (such as MBA, M.Tech, or equivalent) preferred.

Location



This role is based in Hyderabad, Telangana at Vanguard's India office. Only qualified external applicants will be considered.




Our mission



Vanguard adheres to a simple purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.




Our commitment to you



Vanguard takes the same long-term view of your success-at work and in life-with Benefits and Rewards packages that reflect what you care about, throughout all the phases and stages of your life. Our Total Rewards programs provide you and your loved ones with wellness support for key areas in your life:




Financial wellness

We're committed to enabling your financial success and provide competitive offers and programs.




Physical wellness

We're committed to providing benefits that support your physical health and wellness.




Personal wellness

We're committed to providing resources that help support the full scope of your life.




How we work



Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for most of our employees (crew members), designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.