Real Estate Development Manager

The University of Helsinki is seeking for the Premises and Real Estate sector REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Do you want to be part of developing the unique real estate portfolio of Finland's largest university? We are looking for an experienced real estate professional to strengthen our expert team. Success in the role As the Real Estate Development Manager, you will be responsible for diverse and demanding real estate development projects as well as the strategic development of real estate assets. Your duties include: * leading real estate development projects — planning, directing, and implementing various projects effectively * sale of real estate * preparation of real estate arrangements and agreements — e.g., cooperation and easement agreements and related negotiations What we expect from you This position is suitable for you if: * you have experience in real estate development, sales, zoning, and leasing * you have a command of real estate economics and law * you hold a higher education degree suitable for the position * you work naturally in cooperation with various stakeholders * you have good interaction and negotiation skills and the ability to operate under pressure * you have extensive knowledge of the real estate sector and a functional network If you are inspired by challenges and determinedly drive goals to completion, you may be the person we are looking for. Why choose the University of Helsinki? We offer you: * a meaningful and diverse role where you can develop unique real estate assets * a competent and encouraging work community that supports your success * good personnel benefits, such as * flexible working hours * annual leave exceeding the statutory minimum * comprehensive occupational health care * affordable and diverse Unisport sports services We work in a multi-location manner – flexibly combining remote and on-site work. We value the balance between work and other life, but we also consider community and sufficient encounters at the workplace important. The position is permanent. Your primary workspace is located in recently renovated premises at the city center campus, and the work requires movement to other campuses. The position is permanent. Start date according to agreement. Interested? Tell us why you are the right person for this position. Submit your application through our recruitment system by August 17, 2026. Want to know more? Further information about the position can be obtained from Real Estate Director Jaana Ihalainen (jaana.ihalainen@helsinki.fi), tel. 02941 22957. Inquiries regarding the recruitment system and process are answered at rekrytointi@helsinki.fi. A diverse and equal study and work culture are important to us. Therefore, we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all competent applicants from different backgrounds to apply for our positions. From this link, you can read about our university's accessibility. The University of Helsinki's Premises and Real Estate sector is responsible for the management and development of the university's real estate assets valued at over 1 billion euros. The real estate assets are owned by Helsingin Yliopistokiinteistöt Oy and the University of Helsinki funds, and the majority is used by the University of Helsinki. The assets consist mainly of special properties, about 30% of which are protected by decree. The university develops its real estate assets sustainably and responsibly, enabling the university's long-term operation on four campuses and in several locations. Campuses are developed into pleasant and diverse areas that respect the characteristics of each campus and are good for studying and researching. The development of campuses and real estate is guided by the Campus Vision 2040, for which we are seeking additional strength to move forward. The position focuses particularly on maintaining the value of real estate that is no longer needed by the university.