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Senior Manager-Retail Leasing
DAMAC Properties
Dubai, UAEAED 10,000-16,667/moToday
UAEReal EstateFull Time
Skills Required
ExcelCommunication
Job Description
<div><h3>Leasing Strategy&Execution</h3><ul><li>Develop and implement leasing strategies to achieve occupancy, revenue, and tenant mix targets.</li><li>Identify and secure new retail concepts, brands, and operators aligned with asset positioning.</li><li>Lead negotiations for lease terms, commercial structures, and contractual agreements.</li><li>Manage renewals, relocations, expansions, and re‑gearing of existing tenants.</li><li>Monitor leasing performance against budgets and KPIs.</li></ul><h3>Tenant Mix&Asset Enhancement</h3><ul><li>Curate and optimise tenant mix to improve footfall, customer experience, and asset value.</li><li>Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities.</li><li>Collabora…</li></ul><h3>Client&Stakeholder Management</h3><ul><li>Maintain strong relationships with retailers, brokers, and leasing agents.</li><li>Act as primary point of contact for key tenants and strategic brands.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams including Retail Delivery, Legal, Finance, and Property Management.</li><li>Support senior management with leasing updates and strategic recommendations.</li></ul><h3>Financial&Commercial Management</h3><ul><li>Achieve leasing revenue targets and optimise rental yields.</li><li>Analyze financial proposals including rent structures, turnover rent, and incentives.</li><li>Prepare leasing forecasts, budgets, and performance reports.</li><li>Evaluate business cases and commercial viability of prospective tenants.</li></ul><h3>Documentation&Compliance</h3><ul><li>Oversee lease documentation in coordination with legal teams.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and leasing procedures.</li><li>Monitor lease milestones, critical dates, and contractual obligations.</li></ul><h3>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</h3><ul><li>Occupancy rate achievement</li><li>Leasing revenue vs. budget</li><li>Tenant retention rate</li><li>Quality of tenant mix</li><li>Deal closure timelines</li><li>Portfolio NOI growth</li></ul><h3>Qualifications&Experience</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, or related field.</li><li>8–12 years of retail leasing experience, preferably within shopping malls or mixed‑use developments.</li><li>Proven track record of closing leasing deals with regional and international brands.</li><li>Strong understanding of retail market dynamics and commercial negotiations.</li></ul><h3>Skills&Competencies</h3><ul><li>Advanced negotiation and commercial acumen</li><li>Strong market knowledge and retailer network</li><li>Financial analysis and deal structuring</li><li>Stakeholder management</li><li>Strategic thinking and problem solving</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills</li></ul><h3>Preferred Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience in large‑scale retail destinations or developer portfolios.</li><li>Exposure to GCC retail markets.</li><li>Established relationships with key retail brands and franchise operators.</li></ul></div>#J-18808-Ljbffr
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