UAE National

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

About the role

A new and exciting opportunity has become available with Al Futtaim Malls, part of the Al Futtaim group Real Estate division (AFGRE). We are currently looking for a talented, energetic and commercially minded UAE National to join our Retail Leasing team as Senior Leasing Manager.

Job purpose

In this position, you are responsible for:

• Setting the tactics of the Leasing strategy on the Retail Portfolio that is aimed at ensuring the viability of the business and meeting overall objectives.
• Provide a market information and competition updates
• Managing the rental of retail units to ensure maximum occupancy and a premium level of rentals
• Undertaking lease negotiations and meeting the approved milestones
• The accurate completion of information and paperwork for tenants. (Data base, turn overs etc.)
• Consistently apply your experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and to sustain and expand market share.
• Effectively lead and direct the work of others, - specifically your team members and supporting departments.

Candidate requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Degree or equivalent level of education in any discipline

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 8 - 10 years’ experience in handling property leasing/portfolio management including lease negotiations and management with a reputable real estate company.
• Familiar with a variety of the leasing field's concepts, practices, and procedures along with the Brands awareness and categories

**Please note that only UAE nationals possessing family book (خلاصة القيد) will be considered for this role

About Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate
The real estate development and operations arm of Al-Futtaim, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate is responsible for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across MENA. With high-quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational and healthcare developments, the master developer caters to the diverse needs of cities and communities in the region. From origination, conception, development, sales, procurement and construction of mega-projects and the leasing, operation and management of these projects after completion, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) has been developing and managing owned landbanks, unlocking the economic potential of the region and contributing to future development for more than 40 years.
Our focus is to enable and invest in meaningful relationships to make our properties the best places to live and work, build additional products and services and enable partnerships to create true value to our customers throughout their entire experience with us.
AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.

About Al-Futtaim Malls
Al-Futtaim Malls provides development and asset management expertise, specializing in building retail-led super regional malls in prime locations across MENA and beyond. With a proven track record of creating both sustainable revenue growth and value enhancement for tenants, Al-Futtaim Malls delivers exceptional experiences and exciting shopping environments for customers.

Part of the Al-Futtaim Group, Al-Futtaim Malls leadership team brings more than 30 years of experience and a deep understanding and knowledge of the retail sector, both from a shopper’s point of view but as curators of space or landlords to other brands. The company has a directly managed portfolio including over 9 million sqft of retail space across four malls in the MENA region and two under development. Malls under the Al-Futtaim Malls portfolio include Dubai Festival City Mall and Festival Plaza in the UAE, Cairo Festival City Mall in Egypt, Doha Festival City in Qatar and Zenata Mall, Morocco.

Leveraging on the expertise of its parent company, Al-Futtaim Malls established PLEX Management Services offering a full array of services including asset management and development, leasing, and brand experience expertise to shopping mall landlords and retail organizations globally. Implementing global best practice and deploying Al-Futtaim Mall’s deep understanding of mall management and retail dynamics, PLEX promises to deliver continuous growth and long-term value for its partners.

For more information on Al-Futtaim Malls, please visit https://www.al-futtaimmalls.com/