Senior Associate / AVP - Real Estate Investments (Dubai)

Selby Jennings; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment platform in Dubai is seeking a skilled professional for real estate investments. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of experience in real estate investments, private equity, or investment banking. Responsibilities include originating and evaluating investment opportunities, conducting detailed financial modeling, and negotiating investment terms. Fluency in English is required, and Arabic is a plus. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities available.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in real estate investments, private equity, or investment banking.
• Strong background in real estate credit, residential housing, and retail malls.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Originate, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities.
• Conduct financial modeling and market research.
• Structure and negotiate investment terms.
• Monitor portfolio performance and provide recommendations.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders for deal execution.

Skills

Real estate investments

Financial modeling

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

MBA / CFA

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Originate, evaluate, and execute real estate investment opportunities across the region.
• Conduct detailed financial modeling, market research, and due diligence.
• Structure and negotiate investment terms, including credit and equity components.
• Monitor portfolio performance and provide strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful deal execution.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience: 5-8 years in real estate investments, private equity, or investment banking.
• Preferred Exposure: UAE and Saudi markets (not mandatory).
• Strong background in real estate credit, residential housing, and retail malls.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and deliver results under tight timelines.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA / CFA preferred).
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a dynamic team on landmark real estate deals.
• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities in a leading investment platform.