David Bordes Arenas
Nuremberg
Summary
Proven leader in corporate real estate strategy, portfolio optimization, transactions, and governance for multinational organizations. Adept at aligning real estate services with corporate goals, optimizing financial performance, and ensuring compliance with global standards. Strong expertise in lease administration, stakeholder engagement, and risk management, with a track record of delivering cost-efficient real estate solutions and driving business growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Corporate Real Estate Executive
Adidas
Nuremberg
05.2022 - Current
- Led strategic real estate planning for Europe, ensuring portfolio alignment with business growth, operational efficiency, and financial objectives.
- Developed data-driven strategies for optimizing property acquisitions, lease management, and space utilization across multiple geographies.
- Managed the full lifecycle of property transactions, including lease negotiations, acquisitions, and disposals, ensuring best-value deals, and regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw lease portfolio administration, ensuring adherence to financial targets and contract obligations.
- Established and achieved real estate savings targets, collaborating closely with Finance and senior leadership to align with corporate objectives.
- Led financial planning for the real estate capital and operational budget, ensuring cost efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Ensured real estate operations complied with global policies, enterprise risk frameworks, and local regulatory requirements.
- Managed external vendors and service providers, implementing governance measures for performance tracking and contractual compliance.
- Directed the execution of capital projects, ensuring adherence to global design standards, timelines, and budget constraints.
- Collaborated with facilities management teams to enhance the workplace experience, ensuring operational excellence across all locations.
Development Manager, EMEA
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
London
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Drove regional expansion by identifying strategic partnerships, selecting prime locations, and fostering strong relationships with investors, landlords, and local brokers to support business growth.
- Managed and prioritized real estate transactions, ensuring thorough feasibility assessments and seamless execution within set timelines and investment objectives.
- Oversaw the full lifecycle of new opportunities, from site selection and acquisition to contract negotiation and project launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and financial performance targets.
- Led cross-functional teams, including internal finance, legal, and development stakeholders, as well as external consultants, ensuring operational efficiency and strategic execution across all project phases.
- Negotiated and structured complex legal agreements, customizing contractual models to enhance operational effectiveness, investment returns, and risk mitigation.
- Optimized portfolio performance, evaluating market dynamics, and expansion feasibility while ensuring compliance with corporate strategy and brand standards.
Development Analyst and CDO Executive Assistant
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Hong Kong
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided portfolio strategy and investment insights to executive leadership, supporting decision-making.
- Conducted financial modeling, risk assessments, and market analysis to guide real estate expansion.
- Developed and managed relationships with stakeholders and investment partners, ensuring alignment on strategic objectives.
- Assisted in the formulation of ESG policies and governance frameworks to ensure sustainability and compliance.
Project Management Executive
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Bangkok
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided portfolio strategy and investment insights to executive leadership, supporting decision-making.
- Conducted financial modeling, risk assessments, and market analysis to guide real estate expansion.
- Developed and managed relationships with stakeholders and investment partners, ensuring alignment on strategic objectives.
- Assisted in the formulation of ESG policies and governance frameworks to ensure sustainability and compliance
Real Estate Lawyer
Eversheds Sutherland
Madrid
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided legal expertise in corporate real estate transactions, lease agreements, and compliance audits.
- Negotiated high-value corporate real estate deals, ensuring regulatory and contractual adherence.
M&A Consultant
J. Almoguera
Madrid
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Conducted acquisition research, financial analysis, and due diligence.
- Managed financial models for valuation and impact assessment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Les Roches Hospitality Education
Switzerland 12-2019
MBA - Real Estate and M&A Transactions
Universidad Pontificia De Comillas
Madrid05-2017
J.D. - Law
Universidad Pontificia De Comillas
Madrid05-2016
Skills
- Corporate Real Estate Strategy and Portfolio Management
- Transactions & Lease Administration, Financial Planning & Cost Control
- Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
- Stakeholder and Senior Executive Engagement
- Fostering Strategic Partnerships & Investor Relation
- Facilities and Project Management
- Site selection
- Green building practices
- Construction management
- Market analysis
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Catalan
Proficient (C2)
C2
Italian
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
Member - Bar Association of Madrid
Timeline
Senior Corporate Real Estate Executive
Adidas
05.2022 - Current
Development Manager, EMEA
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
06.2021 - 04.2022
Development Analyst and CDO Executive Assistant
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
02.2020 - 06.2021
Project Management Executive
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
01.2020 - 02.2021
Real Estate Lawyer
Eversheds Sutherland
03.2017 - 09.2018
M&A Consultant
J. Almoguera
03.2015 - 01.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Les Roches Hospitality Education
MBA - Real Estate and M&A Transactions
Universidad Pontificia De Comillas
J.D. - Law
Universidad Pontificia De Comillas
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