Workplace Experience Associate

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Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Deliver on CRE's Purpose to Delight the Customer through the four Keys: Safety, Courtesy, Community, and Efficiency

Supports a single site (Hub, Club or Ramp)

Creating an exceptional workplace experience for our customers, creating a vibe and developing a community

The Workplace Experience Associate is a vital member of the CRE organization, responsible for providing an exceptional customer experience that delights all visitors and employees

As a representative of Equinix and the CRE org, the Workplace Experience Associate will play a crucial role in creating an environment that is welcoming, professional and reflects our company values

You will create and experience and a sense of community in the workplace through various means, including on-site events, ensuring quality and consistency of experience

You will get to know your customers well so you can anticipate their needs before they arise and can enhance and personalize their experience

Behaviors

Maintain a consistently positive, pleasant and helpful demeanor at all times and remain calm under pressure

Project a welcoming attitude by offering a warm and friendly smile, and open body language

Maintain a professional demeanor and foster positive relationships with team members, vendors, and stakeholders. Excel as an effective communicator

Dress the part; smart/tech casual, present as professional, neat, and well-maintained

Demonstrate integrity, dependability, responsibility, accountability, self-awareness, compassion and a strong work ethic

Have a self-starting, proactive, and can-do attitude. Don't wait to be told to resolve an issue or deliver a great experience to customers. Take initiative to identify potential issues of areas for improvement and implements proactive solutions

Demonstrate adaptability and grace under pressure, effectively navigating unexpected circumstances. Resolve issues and have difficult conversations discretely, achieving a positive outcome

Be an energetic person displaying a customer-centric attitude. Resolve challenges with discretion and empathy, achieving mutually beneficial resolutions

Model Equinix's culture and values, actively encourage the inclusivity, wellness and sustainability

Treat your CRE colleagues as your customers and encourage a high trust team environment

Responsibilities

F&B

May have oversight of catering for breakfast / lunch and events including budget ownership, menu planning and food service quality control, manage Hive (Pantry) services with full ownership

Office communications

Develop and execute internal communication strategies, disseminating important information and fostering employee engagement through a variety of communication channels

Act as a conduit for interdepartmental communication, facilitating cohesion and collaboration

Coordinate office-wide events and meetings, capturing moments to promote organizational culture and camaraderie. Create engaging and informative communications for office events and information using Outlook, Viva Engage, and Office Raven tools

Event Execution

Ownership of onsite event planning and execution, ensuring seamless experiences for all attendees

Create marketing materials and promotional efforts, leveraging social platforms to generate excitement

Manage event logistics and budgets meticulously, maximizing resources while delivering memorable experiences

Vendor management

Oversee event vendor selection, onboarding, and performance evaluation, nurturing positive partnerships

Ensure compliance with vendor contracts, service level agreements, and performance expectations

Adhere to contractual agreements and service standards, resolving issues promptly and professionally

Manage procurement processes efficiently, optimizing cost-effectiveness and quality

Delighting the Customer

Cultivate a positive vibe through fun and engaging activities

Provide surprise and delight customer opportunities to create a great workplace experience

Turn the office into a community through activities and interactions that bring people together

Safety

Make the safety of our customers your first priority

Know and be able to implement emergency response plans

If only person on site: Be an emergency point of contact out of hours and respond to emergencies as part of the call tree

Follow escalation process for various circumstances: Low level budget concern: escalate to next in seniority Outside your expertise: escalate to next in seniority Customer complaint: escalate to next in seniority Business disruption: escalate to Director Life safety: escalate to Director

Courtesy

Plan and support coordination, promotion, set-up and clearing of on-site CRE led or supported events

Assist with scheduling and managing meeting rooms, including arranging necessary equipment, supplies and catering for All Hands events

Assist with receiving deliveries of all external and inter-office mail and support employees on all mail and shipping requirements as needed

Provide direction and information to vendors, service providers and Corporate Real Estate (CREW) as required to ensure excellent coordination

Ensure timely and professional responses/communications to internal and external stakeholders

Treat your CRE colleagues as customers and support them as needed to ensure CRE's collective success. Communicate updown-across the CRE org, sharing information, insights and ideas so broader team are 'on the same page' and can better serve the customer

Community

Maintain awareness of potential office security issues and communicate concerning issues to the local CRE metro lead, building security when appropriate, and the risk management team management tool, ensuring compliance with company policies

Deliver on the responsibilities of the Workplace Experience Associate role while illustrating Equinix's core values and the Purpose of CRE to delight our customers

You will be seen as the person who 'brings the fun' to the office, developing a welcoming and collaborative community environment amongst our customers through events and activities that create a buzz

You will be the go-to person for our customers through the personalized approach you take and your ability to anticipate their needs before they arise

Efficiency

Assist with the office ticketing system and follow up on ticket status, assigning tickets to the correct CRE team member or rerouting to correct department, ensuring no dead-ends

Answer questions from customers related to the building, including wayfinding, policies and procedures, and etiquette. Support new hires in particular, with support and guidance on CRE services and a warm hand-off to other teams that can provide support (e.g. IT)

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management / related feild preferred

5 plus years of relevant experience in corporate events, hospitality, and workplace experience

Proven expertise in end-to-end corporate event management, from conceptualization and planning to execution and closure

Hands-on experience in vendor management, F&B services, hospitality operations, and event logistics

Experience in budget planning, cost management, and vendor negotiations

Strong stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to independently manage multiple events and initiatives with minimal supervision

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills with attention to detail

Service-oriented mindset with a focus on employee experience and operational excellence

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.