Development Director - Retail

Carter Murray

UAE

Ref: HP662-965

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

An established retail properties developer is seeking a Development Director to be fully in-charge of a mega mall retail destination from the development, through handover, leasing and operation. This person will be responsible for increasing revenue margin, reducing asset management maintenance cost, retain and build relationships with brands, specialty leasing, increase foot fall as well as activating the destination. We are looking for a qualified individual who has strong international experience working with one of the leading mall developers globally. Applicants should have previously developed and managed shopping malls 8-10 million GLA. This person should be able to drive development from a strategic level and be hands on at an operational level.

Key Accountabilities:
* Strategy
* P&L management
* Project Development
* Leasing
* Technical Services/Fit-Out
* Health & Safety
* Mall Management and Operations
* Events & Marketing Management
* Financial & Legal
* Human Capital

Requirements

* Graduate in Business Administration. MBA is preferred.
* 15-20 years' experience working with a leading mall developer globally
* In-depth understanding of the retail development, leasing, mall management, retail operations and brand relations.
* Result oriented, networking skills, collaboration and team work, effective customer service orientation, leadership, planning & organizing, problem solving, decision making, people management, effective communication, financial and strong business acumen.
* Strong leadership qualities and ability to drive and motivate a team
* Solid strategic experience as well as hands on operational experience
* Experience managing stake holders

About the Company

Carter Murray is a specialist recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of marketing professionals into professional services firms, the financial services sector, multi-national corporations and global brands from our offices in London, Dubai and Sydney. Carter Murray is a member of The SR Group, a specialist global recruitment consultancy founded in 1987, operating in the niche markets of Taxation, Legal, HR and Marketing recruitment. From the worlds largest companies to small owner-managed businesses, we recruit at all levels for a complete cross-section of clients. Our clients include the full range of UK and international professional services firms and financial services companies. We recognise that they expect an exceptional level of service and a real knowledge of todays highly specialised market.Each of our consultants personally manages their own clients and specialises in specific areas of this key marketplace. We take the time to really understand both parties needs and provide focused and consistent advice.

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