Business Development Specialist

LIVBNB; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in holiday home management is seeking a proactive Business Development Specialist to drive property acquisitions in Dubai. This role is essential for the company's growth, focusing on building relationships with property owners and negotiating contracts. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, leveraging their expertise in the Dubai real estate market to enhance the company's portfolio. Join a collaborative team and seize the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-scaling company within the luxury real estate sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission

Dynamic work environment

Growth opportunities

Exposure to luxury real estate

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in business development or property management.
• Strong understanding of Dubai's real estate market.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new property owners for short-term rentals.
• Negotiate contracts and onboard new properties efficiently.

Skills

Business Development

Negotiation

Networking

Interpersonal Skills

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

About Us:

Livbnb is a leading holiday home management company in Dubai, specializing in short-term rentals that deliver exceptional experiences for both guests and property owners. We manage a diverse portfolio of high-end apartments and villas across Dubai's prime locations, offering full-service solutions from marketing and guest relations to housekeeping and maintenance.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and driven Business Development Specialist to spearhead the acquisition of new properties into our growing portfolio. This role is pivotal to our expansion, requiring excellent networking, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, approaching, and securing new property owners who are interested in listing their units with Livbnb for short-term rental management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and research potential property owners and developers across Dubai's key areas.
• Develop and implement effective strategies to acquire new holiday home listings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, real estate agents, and brokers.
• Present Livbnb's value proposition and management services to prospective owners.
• Negotiate contract terms and onboard new properties efficiently.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, operations, and legal) to ensure smooth onboarding and activation of new listings.
• Track, analyze, and report on acquisition performance and market trends.
• Attend property exhibitions, networking events, and industry forums to expand the company's network and presence.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in business development, real estate sales, or property management (2+ years preferred).
• Strong understanding of the Dubai real estate market, particularly short-term rentals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.
• Fluent in English; additional languages (Arabic, Russian, Chinese, etc.) are a plus.
• UAE driving license and own car are preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with attractive commission structure.
• Dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to grow within a fast-scaling holiday home company.
• Exposure to Dubai's luxury real estate market.