European Director of Logistics Real Estate Development

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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland Solid Executives Voltijd

European Director of Logistics Real Estate Development | Amsterdam | Europe

Company Overview

Our client is a globally active real estate investment company with a strong track record of delivering long-term value across multiple asset classes. As part of its continued European growth strategy, the company is launching a new initiative to develop logistics properties in-house for its European fund. These assets will become a core component of the company's own investment portfolio, reflecting a long-term hold strategy and a commitment to high-quality, sustainable logistics real estate.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial
Director of Logistics Real Estate Development
to establish and lead this new European development platform. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a fully integrated development function within a well-capitalized, globally recognized investment firm. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in logistics property development, a strong network across the European market, and a proven ability to execute projects from acquisition to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Platform Build-out:

  • Lead the creation and execution of the company's European logistics development strategy.
  • Build and manage the internal development platform, including sourcing, evaluating, and executing development opportunities across Europe.
  • Define and implement best practices for in-house development processes and governance.

Project Development:

  • Oversee the full development lifecycle of logistics assets—from land acquisition, design, permitting, and construction through to stabilization.
  • Manage external consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, and local partners to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Ensure alignment with the company's investment criteria and sustainability standards.

Stakeholder Management:

  • Collaborate closely with internal teams including investments, asset management, finance, and ESG.
  • Represent the company in the market with municipalities, JV partners, brokers, and other stakeholders.

Market Intelligence & Deal Sourcing:

  • Monitor key logistics markets and identify development opportunities across core European regions.
  • Build relationships with local developers, brokers, and landowners to create a strong pipeline of off-market opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 10+ years of experience in logistics / industrial real estate development in Europe.
  • Proven track record of managing complex development projects from inception to completion.
  • Strong technical knowledge of development processes, construction, and permitting requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen and understanding of investment underwriting.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and lead a new function within an institutional setting.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Fluency in English; additional European languages are an advantage.
  • Willingness to travel across Europe as required.

Contact

Solid Executives is exclusively responsible for the recruitment for this position on behalf of the client. Solid Executives is a leading firm specializing in the placement of real estate professionals at management and board level.

For questions or additional clarification, please feel free to contact Robbert Jan Meerman directly at or via email at -

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