Property Leasing Manager

Job description / Role

Select Group requires a commercially focused \'Property Leasing Manager\' to join the Asset Management team. With a focus on retail, the individual will be responsible for the strategic management and negotiation of all lease agreements for the Group\'s property leasing portfolio, ensuring maximum income in line with the agreed strategy and objectives of the business.

Main responsibilities include;
- Leasing strategy and planning - prepares and implements a Group leasing strategy, reviews performance against budget and business objectives, and proposes measures/strategies to achieve or exceed projected targets
- Lease Management - Leads and manages all lease agreement negotiations ensuring maximum occupancy, revenue and legal compliance
- Tenant Relations - Builds and maintains effective working relations with tenants and acts as a key point of contact for all aftercare, contractual issues or queries
- Reporting - Prepares relevant financial and statistical reports as required by the business to assess performance, market trends etc.

Requirements

Candidates will preferably hold a Bachelor\'s degree from a recognized college/university, ideally related to Property/Facilities Management or similar. Candidates must have 5+ years progressive work experience in a similar role handling a property leasing portfolio, ideally with a developer, retailer or consultancy. Practical knowledge of UAE leasing practices, procedures and market conditions is essential, along with a proven track record in business development and networking.

To be successful in the role, candidates must have a confident, personable character with the ability to establish, manage and develop effective working relations. Strong communication and negotiation skills will be essential, along with a high degree of integrity, both personally and in business.

About the Company

Since inception in 2002, Select Group has forged an outstanding reputation for credibility and quality. Our projects comprise award-winning real estate developments in the GCC and Europe. Emphasis on quality guarantees our customers an exceptional experience in any of our residential, commercial, hospitality and mixed-use projects.

With the development division at the core of the business, Select Group has delivered 7.5 million square feet of residential property with a combined GDV in excess of 11.5 billion dirhams to 5,300 customers from 62 nationalities. Over 7 million square feet is currently at various stages of development. Astute financial planning, technical expertise and strong asset management allows the group to identify, execute and deliver real estate projects that generate maximum return for all stakeholders to the highest possible standard.

Expansion within the hospitality industry is another key element of Select Group's diversification and growth strategy. Partnering with world renowned brands like InterContinental, Radisson Blu and most recently Jumeirah Group reflects our continuous quest for quality within the hospitality division of the group.