Assistant Real Estate Manager

Projects & Property Development Retail; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail real estate firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Assistant Real Estate Manager. This role involves assisting in the management of lease agreements, coordinating with various teams for seamless property operations, and providing support in market research and site analysis. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, at least 3 years of experience in real estate, and strong communication skills in both English and Arabic. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is also required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in real estate management or property administration.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is essential.
• Proactive and results-oriented in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in full lifecycle lease management for brand locations.
• Coordinate with legal, finance, and brand teams for lease execution.
• Support in market research and data analysis for real estate decisions.
• Participate in negotiations with landlords and developers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

As a key support to the Real Estate Manager, the Assistant Real Estate Manager will play a crucial role in optimizing and managing Alshaya Group's extensive property portfolio, primarily focused on retail, F\&B, and leisure assets. This position is vital for ensuring the efficient operation, strategic expansion, and successful performance of our brand locations across various markets, encompassing all phases of the real estate lifecycle, from site selection and lease negotiations to property management and portfolio optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the full lifecycle of lease management for Alshaya's brand locations, including drafting, reviewing, and administering lease agreements, renewals, expansions, and terminations.
• Ensure and maintain accurate and up-to-date lease databases and documentation, for selected AOR with LSM
• Coordinate with legal, finance, and brand teams to ensure seamless lease execution and compliance.
• Liaise with mall management, landlords, and external service providers (e.g., facilities management, maintenance, security) to address property-related issues and ensure efficient service delivery.
• Support in market research and data analysis to inform real estate decisions, including rent comparable, occupancy rates, and market trends.
• Assist in the research and evaluation of potential new store locations, assessing market feasibility, demographics, foot traffic, and competitor presence.
• Support in preparing site analysis reports and presentations for internal stakeholders (e.g., brand teams, senior management)
• Participate in negotiations with landlords and developers under the guidance of the Real Estate Manager.
• Act as a key liaison between the Real Estate department and internal brand teams, operations, finance, and legal departments.
• Ensure clear and timely communication on all real estate matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in real estate management, property administration, or a similar role.
• Proficiency Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic, multicultural team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results oriented.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is essential.