Group Business Development Manager - Real Estate

About the role

A well-established UAE business group with operations in real estate, construction, engineering, hospitality and other industries is hiring a Group Business Development Manager in Dubai. The role focuses on real estate opportunities, investments, land acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic partnerships across the UAE.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development strategies covering real estate opportunities, investments, land acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic partnerships across the UAE.
• Identify and generate new business opportunities and build relationships with key stakeholders, investors, developers, government entities and potential partners.
• Conduct market research, assess commercial feasibility, evaluate investment opportunities and prepare business proposals to support the Group's expansion and revenue growth.
• Work with Group Management and subsidiaries to find cross-business opportunities, drive revenue, explore new markets and monitor performance against agreed targets.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Finance, Economics or a related field; an MBA or postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive UAE experience in Business Development, Corporate Development, Strategic Partnerships or Commercial Management, preferably in diversified business groups or conglomerates.
• Proven track record of securing business opportunities, establishing strategic partnerships, negotiating commercial agreements and building long-term relationships.
• Substantial UAE real estate development experience, with knowledge of DLD and ADREC regulations.
• Exposure to construction, hospitality, energy, trading, healthcare or ICT is an advantage.