Business Development Associate

Dc94C823-3600-4022-915D-20345Ee6A71C; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 372 000 - 466 000; Full time

Job summary

An international property management firm is seeking a Business Development Associate to join their Dubai team. The role focuses on sourcing, negotiating, and securing new properties. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 2-3 years in real estate, and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate across teams for property readiness.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in real estate or business development.
• Strong understanding of the Central Dubai property market.
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to drive deals independently.

Responsibilities

• Actively source, qualify, and acquire new properties.
• Manage leads from first contact to contract signing.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords and agents.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Real Estate

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Nestify is an established international property management company operating across the United Kingdom, France, Ireland, and the United Arab Emirates.

Owned and managed by a passionate group of industry experts, we bring together global talent to deliver exceptional results.

As the preferred Airbnb rental management partner for property owners worldwide, we maximise returns across short, medium, and long term stays.

As a tech driven company, we provide a seamless, fully contactless service ensuring guests enjoy an exceptional stay from booking to check out, while property owners experience complete peace of mind.

From housekeeping to maintenance, Nestify takes care of every detail, delivering a world class experience for both clients and guests.

Role Overview

We are looking for a driven, entrepreneurial Business Development Associate to join our growing Dubai team.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of Nestify's regional expansion, identifying, negotiating, and securing new property supply across key Dubai neighbourhoods, while ensuring each home meets our quality, design, and operational standards.

If you thrive in a fast paced, high growth environment, are passionate about real estate, and excel at building strong partnerships, this is your chance to join a global PropTech company redefining flexible living.

What You Will Do : Drive Supply Growth

• Actively source, qualify, and acquire new properties through landlord outreach, agent partnerships, developer relationships, and market insights Pitch with Impact
• Present Nestify's value proposition to landlords and partners, highlighting ROI, operational simplicity, and our premium guest experience Own the Deal Cycle
• Manage leads from first contact to contract signing and onboarding, including pricing negotiations and agreement administration Market Expertise
• Use internal tools and market data to evaluate opportunities, recommend rent structures, and ensure the right property selections Partner Management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords and agents to secure renewals, optimise pricing, and manage ongoing property conditions Cross Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with our operations, design, and legal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and readiness of every new property

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, or a related field
• 2 to 3 years of experience in real estate or business development
• Strong understanding of the Central Dubai property market and neighbourhood dynamics
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship building skills
• Self starter mindset with the ability to drive deals independently
• Strong organisational skills and a detail orientated, solution focused approach
• Proficiency with CRM tools and a tech forward attitude
• A pre existing network of landlords, agents, or developers in Dubai is a plus