Head of Asset Management - MENA (On behalf of our banking client) banking

Cushman & Wakefield; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate services firm in Dubai seeks a Senior Manager / Associate Director - Asset Management to oversee a portfolio of 50 properties across MENA. The role involves optimizing portfolio performance and managing risks while ensuring alignment with client objectives. Candidates should have at least 7 years in real estate with managerial experience, and fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years in the real estate industry and 5+ years in a managerial position.
• A recognized international CRE (RICS / MCR) or local real estate qualification is advantageous.
• Experience in Commercial Lease Transactions.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for acquisitions, disposals, subleases, and renewals.
• Maintain timely and accurate portfolio management tools.
• Advise senior stakeholders on business drivers.
• Ensure asset management activities comply with client standards.

Skills

Transaction management

Stakeholder engagement

Market knowledge

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Real Estate or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm. Global Occupier Services (GOS) focuses on consultancy, advisory, transaction management, project and development services, workplace, and integrated facilities management services for globally active companies and their worldwide real estate interests.

Job Summary

The Senior Manager / Associate Director - Asset Management – MENA will be responsible for the operational management of a portfolio of approximately 50 leased properties across the Middle East and North Africa. The role ensures alignment with the client’s business objectives, optimizes portfolio performance, and delivers cost efficiency while managing risks across multiple jurisdictions. This is a seasoned, self-starter role requiring strong transaction management, stakeholder engagement, and market knowledge, with direct accountability to the EMEA leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility and single point of contact for year-on-year program of acquisitions, disposals, subleases, closures, and renewals in accordance with a Multi-Year Plan
• With support of regional team, own the timely and accurate maintenance of the portfolio tools
• Liaising with, and understanding business drivers of and advising senior stakeholders
• Ensure that all Asset Management activities are delivered in line with the client standards and procedures
• Working closely with the finance team, validate that landlord payments are made in line with contractual agreements and regularly updated in a timely manner
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure all asset management activities comply with client standards, local laws, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor and validate landlord payments and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Report regularly to EMEA leadership on portfolio performance, risks, and strategic opportunities

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Real Estate, Facilities Management, Administration, or related discipline
• Minimum 7+ years in the real estate industry and 5+ years in a managerial position
• A candidate with a recognized international CRE (RICS / MCR) or local real estate qualification will have a distinct advantage
• Commercial Lease Transaction Experience
• Fluency (verbal and written) in English and relevant local language

Work Environment & Additional Details

This role operates in a professional office environment. It may require travel between properties in varying weather conditions. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Other duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.