Executive GM: Retail Destinations Asset Growth

Michael Page Australia; Dubai; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Performance incentives

Career development

Job summary

Michael Page Australia is working with a premier real estate developer to lead asset management for flagship retail destinations. The role guides operational, commercial and financial performance across a portfolio of high-profile assets, including mix of retail, leisure and mixed-use destinations.

You will manage asset-level P&L, budgeting, forecasting, Capex planning and Opex optimization while partnering with leasing, marketing and development teams to maximize revenue, footfall and long-term

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Economics, Real Estate or related discipline.
• 15+ years of experience within retail asset management, shopping mall management, destination management, or commercial real estate.
• Proven experience managing large-scale retail, lifestyle, mixed-use, or destination assets.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, tenant performance management, tenant mix strategy and asset optimization.
• Demonstrated experience managing P&L responsibilities, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage retailers, operators, service providers, and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall strategy and execution of operational, commercial and financial performance of a portfolio of retail and lifestyle assets.
• Manage asset-level P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, Capex planning, and Opex optimization.
• Develop and implement asset management strategies to maximize revenue, profitability, and long-term value creation.
• Monitor tenant trading performance and collaborate with leasing teams to optimize tenant mix and enhance asset performance.
• Work closely with retailers and marketing teams to drive footfall, customer engagement, and sales growth.
• Oversee day-to-day asset operations including facilities management, security, cleaning, waste management, and health & safety.
• Produce regular asset management reports covering financial performance, operational metrics, commercial outcomes, and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct market research, competitor benchmarking, and retail trade analysis to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Partner with development and project management teams on asset enhancements, repositioning initiatives, and capital projects.
• Lead and develop cross-functional teams while ensuring operational excellence and best-in-class customer experiences across all assets.

Skills

Asset management

P&L management

Stakeholder management

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management/Real Estate

Job description

Michael Page Australia is working with a premier real estate developer to lead asset management for flagship retail destinations. The role guides operational, commercial and financial performance across a portfolio of high-profile assets, including mix of retail, leisure and mixed-use destinations.

You will manage asset-level P&L, budgeting, forecasting, Capex planning and Opex optimization while partnering with leasing, marketing and development teams to maximize revenue, footfall and long-term