Description

Helsing, a defence-AI company, is hiring a Workplace Planning Lead to shape how its global office footprint evolves across Munich, Berlin and its wider network of sites. The role translates headcount plans into seating, space and capacity models and guides decisions on expansions, relocations and consolidations alongside Workplace Managers and Real Estate colleagues. As the first global planning layer in the Workplace team, it also defines the standards, data and ways of working the function will scale with. Candidates should have experience in workplace capacity planning, corporate real estate or facilities in a growing organisation and communicate clearly in German and English. Relocation support and VSOP options are offered.

Requirements

  • Experience planning workplace capacity, workplace strategy, corporate real estate or facilities across a growing organisation
  • Track record delivering office expansions, relocations or workplace transformations from planning through to occupation
  • Ability to translate business growth and headcount forecasts into practical space requirements using data and simple models
  • Ability to work across multiple locations and with stakeholders at every level, communicating clearly in German and English
  • Ability to make well-evidenced decisions quickly and adjust plans as priorities shift

Languages

German
C2 · Fluent
A1A2B1B2C1C2
English
C2 · Fluent
A1A2B1B2C1C2

Experience Level

InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive

Benefits

Competitive salary and VSOP options
Relocation support of up to EUR 2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
EUR 500 / GBP 450 yearly learning allowance
Gym membership and mental health support via Nilo.health
Regular company events and monthly social allowances
Enhanced parental leave and family support

📍 Life in Munich

👥
Population
1.6M
⭐
Quality of Life
9.0
🇬🇧
English Friendly
8.0
💻
Tech Scene
9.0
🌍
International
8.0
🚇
Public Transport
9.0
🚴
Bikeability
8.0
🌬️
Air Quality
7.0
🌳
Green Spaces
8.0
🚗
Car Free
6.0
ℹ️

About Munich

  • •Tech hub with strong startup ecosystem
  • •Excellent public services
  • •Close to Alps
🌤️

Climate

  • •Continental climate
  • •Cold winters with snow
  • •Warm summers
  • •Close to Alps
❄️Jan: 0°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 9°C
☀️1900 sunshine hours/year
🛡️

Safety

  • •Safest major city in Germany
  • •Very low violent crime
  • •Occasional pickpocketing
Overall:9.0
🏥

Healthcare

  • •World-class hospitals
  • •Short wait times
  • •Comprehensive coverage
Quality: 10.0Access: 9.0
🎭

Culture

  • •Rich arts scene
  • •World-famous museums
  • •Strong music tradition
9.0
🎉

Nightlife

  • •Vibrant beer gardens
  • •Clubs
  • •Cultural events
8.0
🏞️

Recreation

  • •Parks
  • •English Garden
  • •Alps nearby
9.0
💰

Cost of Living

  • •Most expensive city in Germany
  • •High salaries compensate somewhat
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1650
⚡ Utilities:€250
🛒 Groceries:€350
🍽️ Dining out:€22
€per year
€20k€250k

Your situation in Germany

The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.

Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.

Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.