Director, Retail Leasing — GCC Mall Portfolio

Alef Group; Sharjah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier lifestyle community developer is seeking a bilingual, commercially driven Director - Retail Leasing in Sharjah. The role entails leading the retail leasing strategy for malls and mixed-use developments, maximizing occupancy and rental income while managing key retailer relationships. A Bachelor's degree is required, alongside 12-15 years in retail leasing and fluency in English and Arabic. This position calls for strong leadership, negotiation skills, and financial acumen.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in retail leasing.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role within UAE/GCC.
• Track record of managing high-profile retail tenants.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement retail leasing strategy for portfolios.
• Manage and optimize lease renewal processes.
• Monitor financial performance and occupancy rates.

Skills

Excellent negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Team management

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

A premier lifestyle community developer is seeking a bilingual, commercially driven Director - Retail Leasing in Sharjah. The role entails leading the retail leasing strategy for malls and mixed-use developments, maximizing occupancy and rental income while managing key retailer relationships. A Bachelor's degree is required, alongside 12-15 years in retail leasing and fluency in English and Arabic. This position calls for strong leadership, negotiation skills, and financial acumen.