Assistant Manager - Business Development - Dubai Holding Real Estate

About Dubai Holding Real Estate:

Dubai Holding’s real estate business has developed strategic destinations and communities that offer unique and attractive lifestyle opportunities to meet the evolving needs of Dubai’s residents and visitors alike. As a master developer, we invest in sustainable infrastructure, accessibility, community amenities and family-focused facilities including community centres, mosques, schools, supermarkets and landscaping.

Our integrated real estate offering also includes a robust land sales portfolio, project management for large-scale projects, as well as top-notch facilities management services.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager - Business Development to join Dubai Holding Real Estate. The job holder will support section head in Business Development activities related to projects that drive the business towards sustainable growth and profitability in line with the vision, mission and strategic objectives of the company.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Provide Support to section head in creating project business plans aligned with the department's strategic objectives.
• Assist in conducting feasibility studies for masterplan and project-level initiatives, providing valuable insights for stakeholder decision-making.
• Manage the inventory systems and report inventory performance metrics, ensuring compliance with the company's business plan.
• Identify opportunities for business development process automation and policy optimization.
• Support section head to implement relevant tools and commercial initiatives to enhance departmental efficiency and analytical performance.
• Support the section head in preparing financial and business models using market intelligence data and stakeholder feedback, driving growth and profitability.
• Ensure adherence to the relevant Delegation of Authority (DOA) approval process for business plans.
• Submit required documents in a timely manner to meet internal deadlines and support the roll-out schedule.
• Collaborate closely with senior team members to provide informed views on projects, including design/development rationale, financial metrics, profitability, and market positioning.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for management, offering valuable insights to facilitate well-informed decision-making.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clientsand customers by proactively addressing their requirements and ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, emerging technologies, and market dynamics relevant to the organization.
• Keep abreast of the competitive landscape to identify potential opportunities and challenges.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance / Economics or relevant technical fields; Master’s degree -preferred.
• CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) - preferred
• Min. 4-6 years’ experience in the business development/development function with at least 2 years in a managerial role with developer/ consultant side.
• Practical experience in major real estate projects in the MENA/GCC region
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Financial modeling software, valuation tools ,and spreadsheet applications for creating cash flow projections and investment scenarios.
• Project Management Skills
• Be able to conduct market research and analyze financial models
• Real estate financing, including debt and equity structures, is highly desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical skillsrequired to identifykey focus marketsin region and map out entry plans (consumer demand, competition, etc.)
• Efficient problem solving, decision making and negotiation skills.

About the Benefits:

At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.