All Things Urban

REEF transforms static parking facilities into thriving mobility and logistical hubs. Our mission is to be the ecosystem that connects the world to your block.

REEF’s mission is to connect the world to your block.

We transform underutilized urban spaces into neighborhood hubs that connect people to locally curated goods, services, and experiences.

With an ecosystem of 4,500 locations and a team of 15,000 people, REEF is the largest operator of mobility, logistics hubs, and neighborhood kitchens in North America.

Together we are leveraging the power of proximity to keep our communities moving forward in a sustainable and thoughtful way.

The Director of Urban Innovation will support the Head of Urban Innovation in leading REEF’s urban planning, development, partnerships, and programs across the company and will report directly to the Global Head of Urban Innovation & Civic Partnerships.

• Support Head of Urban Innovation in leading a cross functional team to design and execute our urban planning, real estate, and physical product strategy and workstreams to transform parking lots and garages into micro-retail neighborhood hubs that provide a platform for entrepreneurs, local businesses, and cities to seamlessly bring products, services, and experiences to neighborhoods.
• Develop and maintain relationships with top influencers and thought leaders in the urban design, real estate, and urban innovation space.
• Drive urban innovation policy, thought leadership and partnerships.
• Support cross-functional campaigns to drive awareness around new urban innovation partnerships and programs.

• 8-10 years of urban development, public policy, economic development and real estate with a track-record of work on difficult and innovative projects,
• Preference for candidates with experience at startups and high-growth companies.
• A deep understanding of business operations and product and how to create cross-functional embedded urban innovation such that “good drives growth” and innovation is embedded within the DNA of the organization.
• A sophisticated understanding of brand, communications, and media relations, and have demonstrable experience managing PR & Marketing campaigns and events that drive earned media coverage and brand awareness.
• Be a strong self-starter who is eager to make their mark in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization.
• Experience working across various regions and/or territories.
• Excellent organization, communication, writing and presentation skills: experience managing teams and working collaboratively across multiple levels, functions and regions.
• Must be capable of managing multiple issues and projects at once. Prioritization is key to success.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and Disability
• 401K
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

We’re not fully sure whether this role is open to international candidates. If you would need visa sponsorship or work authorisation, we recommend checking directly with the employer before applying.