Real Estate Manager Full Time

About the job
This opportunity is available with a leading Dubai property services company for an experienced property manager to manage and grow its residential and commercial property portfolio.

Responsibilities will include business development to drive the growth of the portfolio as well as the ongoing management of the existing portfolio.

Knowledge of the Dubai real estate market including the related laws and procedures surrounding property management and leasing is essential. Ideal candidates will also have both local and international property management experience.

Roles And Responsibilities

Business development to ensure the growth of the portfolio including initiating and managing marketing initiatives, preparing client proposals and conducting client presentations.

Managing existing portfolio including;

Marketing and promotion of properties using various means including the internet, newspaper, company brochures and by working with relocation agents.
Processing of rental applications including detailed screening of applicants and discussions with landlords.
Lease negotiations, preparation of tenancy agreements for new leases and renewals.
Payment of DEWA bills for on behalf of the Landlords.
Initial, final and routine (yearly) inspections and written reporting to landlords.
Recognizing the need for, organizing and overseeing maintenance and renovations (liaising with approved service providers). Obtaining quotes and implementing property maintenance and repairs quickly and efficiently.
Achieving maximum revenue on behalf of the landlord by ensuring, in conjunction with leasing agents, that all units carry as high an occupancy rate as possible.
Liaising with strata, government and industry departments e.g. the rent committee of Dubai Municipality and RERA.
Developing and maintaining good relationships with landlords.
Ensuring, as far as possible, that tenants’ complaints and concerns are attended with speedily and satisfactorily.
Collection and monitoring of rent payments and preparing documentation in the case of arrears (including termination notices).
Controlling petty cash so as to cover the cost of minor incidentals.
Maintaining an accurate filing system so as to incorporate property and tenancy related information.
Ensuring that all relevant information is entered into the our program in an accurate and timely manner, and that all renewal dates and maintenance issues are not only regularly monitored but followed up as necessary to ensure resolution.
Conducting any communication with landlords, tenants, clients and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
Any other duties that may arise, or as directed by your immediate managers.

Desired Skills and Experience
5+ year’s property management experience, local and international experience preferred
In depth knowledge of the Dubai property market
High computer literacy, including property management software/CRM experience. Masterkey experience an advantage.
Highly motivated and organised with excellent presentation skills
Excellent English, written and spoken.

Real estate managers oversee commercial and residential property operations and are responsible for maintaining the premises while increasing its curb appeal and value.