Head of Workplace

factoryΒ· Operations
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πŸ“ San Francisco, CAFullTime

About this role

We're looking for a Workplace Lead to build and run the physical and experiential backbone of our company as we scale globally. This is a rare role that sits at the intersection of strategy and execution: you'll design the systems, plan for capacity ahead of growth, and create an environment for employees and visitors alike that reflects who we are as a company.

This role is built for someone who thinks like an operator and acts like a host. You're comfortable owning a multi-year space strategy and a same-day event logistics in the same week.

What You'll Own

Operations & Systems

  • Build the infrastructure (vendor relationships, budgets, tooling, processes) that lets Workplace scale without your personal bandwidth being the bottleneck

  • Manage a workplace budget and report on spend, utilization, and ROI

  • Hire and develop a team as scale requires it

Expansion & Space Planning

  • Lead site selection, lease negotiations (with legal/finance support), and buildout for new offices as we expand globally

  • Own headcount-driven capacity planning, forecasting space needs against hiring plans and adjusting in real time

  • Partner with local counsel, contractors, and vendors to stand up compliant, functional offices in new markets

  • Build repeatable playbooks so each new market opens faster and more predictably than the last

Employee & Visitor Experience

  • Own the day-to-day experience of every office the details that make people want to come in and want to bring people to

  • Design and run onsite programs, from daily operations to milestone moments (offsites, board meetings, exec visits)

  • Set the standard for how visitors, candidates, and guests experience the company from the moment they walk in

  • Build feedback loops with employees to continuously improve the workplace experience across locations

  • Build and lead a team of Office Coordinators across the newly formed offices

Events

  • Plan and execute company-wide events, from team offsites to all-hands to external-facing gatherings

  • Manage event budgets, vendors, and logistics end-to-end

  • Partner with Leadership and cross-functional teams on programming that reinforces culture and connection

What You Bring

  • 7+ years in Workplace, Facilities, or a closely related operations role, including experience opening or scaling offices in multiple markets/countries

  • Track record of building systems and playbooks, not just running programs

  • Strong project management and vendor negotiation skills; comfortable owning budgets and being accountable for outcomes

  • A genuine hospitality instinct - you notice the details others miss and care about how people feel in a space

  • Startup DNA: you're energized by ambiguity, move fast, and are just as willing to move furniture as you are to present a capacity plan to leadership

  • Excellent judgment on when to build for scale vs. when to keep things scrappy

  • International experience preferred (real estate, considerations across markets)

Location & Workplace

This role is based in our San Francisco office and we aren’t considering remote applications at this time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Head of Workplace position at factory?
The salary for this Head of Workplace role at factory is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Head of Workplace position at factory located?
This Head of Workplace role at factory is based in San Francisco, CA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Head of Workplace role at factory full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Head of Workplace role in the Operations department at factory.
Which team or department does the Head of Workplace at factory belong to?
This Head of Workplace position is part of the Operations department at factory. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Head of Workplace position at factory?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to factory's official application portal hosted on ashby where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Head of Workplace job at factory posted?
This Head of Workplace position at factory was posted on Aug 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible β€” early applications are often reviewed first.
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