Sr Manager, Workplace Services

The Trade Desk is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Workplace Services to lead workplace operations and team performance within one of our major office environments. This role is responsible for delivering a best‑in‑class workplace experience that supports employee productivity, collaboration, culture, and business growth. 

This leader balances strategic thinking with operational excellence, oversees complex day‑to‑day operations, and develops scalable workplace programs as offices grow in size and complexity. The Senior Manager acts as a cultural ambassador, brings a hospitality‑forward mindset, and partners closely with Regional Workplace leadership, Real Estate, People teams, IT, and senior business stakeholders. 

What you'll do:

• Co-Lead and develop a high‑performing Workplace Services team, including both managers and individual contributors, by setting clear goals, expectations, and operating standards aligned with global Workplace Services strategy. 

• Provide coaching, mentorship, ongoing feedback, and career development support to build leadership capability and operational excellence across the team. 

• Oversee end‑to‑end workplace operations for a large, high‑volume office, including office services, food and beverage programs, facilities coordination, events support, and vendor management. 

• Develop and implement scalable processes, frameworks, and operational plans that ensure consistent, high‑quality service delivery while supporting office growth. 

• Manage workplace budgets and operational planning to ensure financial sustainability and alignment with company priorities. 

• Act as an escalation point for complex workplace issues, exercising sound judgment to resolve challenges efficiently and effectively. 

• Build strong relationships with senior leaders and cross‑functional partners to align workplace strategy with business needs. 

• Use workplace data, employee feedback, and operational insights to evaluate programs, identify improvement opportunities, and inform workplace strategy. 

• Partner with Real Estate, Facilities, IT, HR, and vendors to ensure workplace systems, technologies, and services support productivity, safety, and a positive employee experience. 

• Lead workplace communications and help shape how the workplace evolves to support collaboration and culture. 

• Ensure compliance with local regulations and partner with building management and HR to maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming workplace. 

Who you are:

• A proven people leader with experience managing teams that include both managers and individual contributors. 

• A strong operator who can navigate complex environments, manage competing priorities, and deliver reliable results. 

• A collaborative leader with high EQ who builds trust and credibility across functions and with executive stakeholders. 

• Strategic and solutions‑oriented, with a continuous improvement mindset and strong business acumen. 

• An excellent communicator with the ability to influence, clarify complex topics, and lead through change. 

• Detail‑oriented, resilient, and comfortable exercising independent judgment in a fast‑paced environment. #LI-LM2

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.