Real Estate Sourcer, KitchenPark - Dubai
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Real Estate Analyst in our Real Estate division to support our team in sourcing new properties across the UAE, evaluating investment opportunities, and providing strategic insights. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in market analysis (ideally commercial real estate), financial modelling, and data-driven decision-making, and must come from an engineering background.
Join one of the fastest-growing FoodTech teams in the world and help us revolutionize the food industry! We're building the infrastructure for better food in every major city of the world, and the Middle East is one of the fastest-growing markets for us.
Who we are
KitchenPark helps restaurateurs around the world succeed in online food delivery - our goal is to make food more affordable, higher quality and convenient for everyone.
We take underutilized properties and transform them into smart kitchens so they can better serve restaurateurs, customers, and the neighborhoods they’re in. Every time we launch a new facility we create jobs in that neighborhood, and we’re proud to provide a wide range of cuisines and options for healthy food at an affordable price.
We're changing the game for restaurateurs, whether they’re entrepreneurs opening their first restaurant, all the way through to your favorite global quick-service restaurant chains.
What you’ll do
- Source new properties and initiate contact with landlords and local authority areas across the UAE.
- Negotiate with landlords, developers, and clear regulatory requirements to secure viable sites.
- Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify real estate trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Prepare detailed financial models, forecasts, and feasibility studies for potential investments and developments.
- Assist in the preparation of investment memorandums, presentations, and reports for stakeholders.
- Monitor and analyze key economic indicators, regulatory changes, and market dynamics impacting the real estate sector in the UAE.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and development, to support decision-making processes.
- Maintain and update real estate databases to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Collaborate closely with other Real Estate Sourcers and the Real Estate Acquisitions Manager to align on sourcing strategy, deal prioritization, and market coverage.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Construction, Mechanical, Electrical or related field).
- Strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate properties from both a technical and commercial perspective.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and data analysis tools.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- An understanding of the commercial real estate market in the UAE
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic (essential), with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment; demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and effectiveness under pressure.
Your key attributes
- Curiosity - an insatiable appetite to understand customers’ challenges; a lifelong learner, coachable
- Hustler - bold, hard-working, and with an inner drive to hit targets
- Adaptability - you’re highly flexible and responsive to changing external conditions
- Communicator - creative, innovative, strategic
Why join us
- Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
- Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
- Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow, and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customers’ success.
What else you need to know
This role is based in our Dubai office. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.
Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?
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