# Director – Commercial Real Estate (Retail) — Confidential

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Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 60,000 to 90,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-07-13
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## Description

We are partnering with a leading, diversified organization with a significant footprint across retail and consumer-facing assets. The business is seeking a senior professional to lead the performance, leasing strategy, and optimization of a large-scale retail property portfolio.

Role Overview

This role will drive the commercial success of a multi-site retail asset portfolio, with accountability for leasing strategy, tenant mix, asset performance, and long-term value creation. The position requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution across leasing, operations, and portfolio optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Leasing & Commercial Strategy

• Define and execute leasing strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue performance

• Lead negotiations for new leases, renewals, and commercial terms

• Curate tenant mix aligned with footfall, positioning, and long-term asset value

Asset & Portfolio Performance

• Drive financial performance across assets, including rental income, yields, and cost optimization

• Monitor portfolio KPIs and identify value enhancement opportunities

• Conduct feasibility studies and support investment decisions for new sites

Tenant & Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with key tenants, brokers, and partners

• Ensure high tenant retention and satisfaction levels

• Act as the key interface between commercial, operations, and finance teams

Operations & Experience

• Oversee day-to-day asset operations in collaboration with facilities and operations teams

• Ensure high standards of customer and tenant experience across locations

Market Intelligence & Expansion

• Track market trends, competitor activity, and emerging retail concepts

• Support expansion through site identification, due diligence, and commercial evaluation

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to regulatory, legal, and contractual requirements

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders on compliance matters

Candidate Profile

• 10–15 years’ experience in retail real estate, leasing, or asset management

• Proven track record managing multi-site retail or commercial property portfolios

• Strong commercial acumen with hands-on leasing negotiation experience

• Experience working with malls, high street retail, or mixed-use developments

• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels

• Strong stakeholder management across internal leadership and external partners

Preferred:

• Exposure to high-growth or multi-brand retail environments

• Experience in emerging markets or complex regulatory environments

• Background in financial analysis, valuations, or investment cases

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!

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## Requirements

10–15 years’ experience in retail real estate, leasing, or asset management; Proven track record managing multi-site retail or commercial property portfolios; Strong commercial acumen with hands-on leasing negotiation experience; Experience working with malls, high street retail, or mixed-use developments; Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels; Strong stakeholder management across internal leadership and external partners.

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