Geo Strategist - Real Estate Planning

Amazon UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector, Amazon UAE is seeking a Geo Strategist to lead real estate initiatives in the MENA region from Dubai. The role involves strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, and development of innovative solutions that align with business needs.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free compensation

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Access to training and leadership development

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in program or project management.
• Proven expertise in real estate strategy and space planning.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead real estate initiatives aligned with business strategies.
• Collaborate with global teams for portfolio planning and execution.
• Manage relationships with FP&A, HR, and Talent Development teams.

Skills

Project Management

Real Estate Strategy

Stakeholder Management

Data Synthesis

Job description

Job Title
Geo Strategist - Real Estate Planning
Job Description
Geo Strategist - Real Estate Planning

Job Overview
Amazon UAE is hiring a Geo Strategist to support the Global Real Estate and Facilities (GREF) team in Dubai. This strategic role is part of Amazon s ongoing transformation to align corporate real estate with core business units such as AWS, Stores, and Devices. As the Geo Strategist for the Middle East and North Africa region, you will shape space strategy across nine countries, drive stakeholder alignment, and translate business needs into actionable real estate solutions.

Job Details
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Internet
Function: Strategy / Consulting
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full Time

Job Overview
Amazon is restructuring its real estate portfolio across EMEA, and we re seeking a Dubai-based Geo Strategist to lead this change for the Middle East and North Africa region. You will partner with internal teams and key stakeholders to develop and implement innovative real estate strategies that balance cost-efficiency with operational excellence. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in real estate strategy, space planning, and program management.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and lead real estate initiatives aligned with business unit strategies
* Collaborate with global and regional teams on portfolio planning and execution
* Translate business requirements into space and occupancy strategies across 22 buildings
* Manage cross-functional relationships with FP&A, HR (PXT), and Talent Development teams
* Validate headcount forecasts and real estate demand projections
* Maintain transparent communication with stakeholders and senior leadership
* Support meetings and write strategy documents that follow Amazon s standards
* Report on project outcomes and strategic performance metrics

Job Requirements

* Significant experience in program or project management
* Proven expertise in real estate strategy, space planning, or customer-focused programs
* Ability to synthesize data into clear insights and actionable reports
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Comfortable working in matrix structures with dotted and solid reporting lines
* Problem-solving mindset with a strong sense of ownership
* Experience with global organizations and multicultural environments

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience using data and metrics to improve real estate decisions
* Background in portfolio strategy or workplace transformation programs
* Ability to drive cross-regional alignment and coordinate multiple stakeholders
* Strong bias for action, even in ambiguous or evolving environments

What We Offer

* Competitive tax-free compensation in AED
* Career growth opportunities within a global technology company
* Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
* Access to Amazon's training and leadership development programs
* Collaborative, inclusive, and fast-paced work culture

About the Company
Amazon is guided by four core principles: customer obsession, passion for invention, operational excellence, and long-term thinking. In the UAE, we continue to innovate through technology, supply chain, AWS cloud solutions, and real estate strategies. Whether it s redefining ecommerce or reshaping the workplace of the future, Amazon's mission is to be Earth s most customer-centric company. Join our Dubai office and help shape the future of our MENA corporate footprint.
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