Sales Manager - Leasing

SmartChoice International GCC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartChoice International GCC in Dubai is seeking a Leasing Team Lead to oversee leasing operations, drive commercial performance, and guide a high-performing team. This leadership role requires strategic thinking, team development, and strong stakeholder management to optimise occupancy and revenue across a diverse property portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in leasing or real estate, proven leadership, and a track record of delivering results in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience within leasing, real estate or property management.
• Experience leading or mentoring a team.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering results.
• Excellent communication and negotiation with stakeholders.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of leasing professionals.
• Monitoring leasing performance, occupancy rates and commercial KPIs.
• Driving revenue growth through effective leasing strategies.
• Managing the full leasing lifecycle across a diverse property portfolio.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and development of new team members.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with landlords, tenants and key stakeholders.
• Collaborating with internal teams to improve operational efficiency and customer outcomes.

Skills

Leasing & Property Management

Team Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Negotiation & Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Real Estate or related field

Job description

We're partnering with a fast-growing, technology-driven real estate business that is reshaping the residential rental experience across the UAE.

As part of its continued growth, the company is looking to appoint a Leasing Team Lead to oversee leasing operations, drive commercial performance, and lead a high-performing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leasing professional who enjoys leading from the front, developing teams, and making a tangible impact within a scaling business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of leasing professionals
• Monitoring leasing performance, occupancy rates and commercial KPIs
• Driving revenue growth through effective leasing strategies
• Managing the full leasing lifecycle across a diverse property portfolio
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and development of new team members
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with landlords, tenants and key stakeholders
• Collaborating with internal teams to improve operational efficiency and customer outcomes

About You

• 5+ years' experience within leasing, real estate or property management
• Previous experience leading or mentoring a team
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering results
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate or a related field preferred

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join an ambitious and rapidly growing business
• High-impact leadership role with genuine autonomy
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment
• Clear scope for career progression as the organisation continues to expand

If you're a driven leasing professional looking for your next leadership opportunity in Dubai, I'd be keen to discuss the role further.