EY Parthenon Strategy Senior Manager - Real Estate, Riyadh

EY-Parthenon; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 224,971 - 374,953; Full time

Job summary

EY-Parthenon in Riyadh is seeking experienced real estate professionals to join their team. The role requires expertise in various segments including residential, retail, hospitality, and commercial real estate. You will work closely with clients to develop and execute their strategic agendas, focusing on engagements throughout the real estate lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant bachelor's degree, possess at least 8 years of strategic work experience, and have strong analytical and organizational skills. The company offers a flexible and inclusive work environment with a commitment to your career development.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in strategy related work preferably in Real Estate Consulting.
• Experience in commercial real estate and hospitality with a focus on strategy development.
• High business acumen with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a variety of engagements developing vision and business plans for large developments.
• Advise clients throughout the real estate lifecycle.
• Coach and counsel junior team members.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Client engagement

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school

CFA/CAIA/RICS qualification

Job description

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The Opportunity

EY‑Parthenon combines deep sector expertise with strong analytical capabilities and close client relationships. Our real estate practice supports sovereign wealth funds and leading developers in the region with their evolving business strategy throughout the real estate lifecycle. We are looking for real estate professionals with relevant experience (e.g. corporate finance, strategy, development, architecture, urban planning) to join our team. You should ideally have experience across one or more aspects of the real estate development lifecycle and possess deep expertise in one or more segments, including residential, retail, hospitality, or commercial real estate.

Your Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with Real Estate, Hospitality and Tourism clients to develop and execute their strategic agendas. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects throughout the real estate lifecycle which include (but not limited to) long-term strategy roadmaps, feasibility studies, concept ideation/development, highest‑and‑best use analysis, destination strategy, tourism product development (leisure and entertainment), growth/market entry & expansion strategy, valuation, transactions, due diligence, business transformation and greenfield projects.

Skills and Attributes

As a Senior Manager you will help deliver a variety of engagements which includes developing the vision, concepts, and business plans for some of the large developments in the region. Advising clients throughout the real estate lifecycle, such as feasibilities, transactions, operator search and selection. Working with management on parts of the acquisition process and regularly undertaking valuations for strategic priorities, coach and counsel junior team members, ensure quality deliverables and maintain healthy client engagement.

Education & Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school with outstanding academic performance.
• At least 8 years of experience in strategy related work preferably in Real Estate Consulting, Private Equity, or Real Estate Development.
• CFA/CAIA/RICS qualification will be preferred.
• Experience in commercial real estate, hospitality or tourism with focus on strategy development, acquisition, due diligence, real estate valuation, loan underwriting, asset management, finance, or market research.
• High business acumen and strategic mindset with strong analytical skills and focus on valuation and finance.
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel within the MENA region, when necessary.

What We Offer

At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment and fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability‑related adjustments or accommodations you may need.