About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Ever wondered what it takes to steer the day-to-day operations of a bustling real estate portfolio in one of Dubai’s most dynamic neighborhoods? Our team is on the lookout for a driven Property In-Charge to add energy, know-how, and a healthy dose of good humor to our Freehold Department. If you thrive on building relationships, juggling multiple responsibilities, and making a real impact in the property sector—this could be your next big move.
About the Company
With three decades in the UAE’s ever-evolving real estate market, we’ve learned a thing or two about what makes a great place to work—and what it takes to succeed in this industry. Our office in Abu Hail is a true crossroads, where seasoned professionals and fresh talent brainstorm over Arabic coffee, and afternoons sometimes stretch into informal team lunches. We pride ourselves on an open-door culture, transparent communication, and a genuine enthusiasm for advancing our craft. Growth isn’t just part of our history—it’s at the heart of who we are.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Serving as the main point of contact for assigned properties—handling everything from tenant queries to owner updates
- Building and nurturing strong relationships with property owners and developers
- Proactively identifying new business opportunities across Dubai, with an eagle eye for emerging market trends
- Negotiating deals and contracts with confidence, always protecting our company’s best interests
- Ensuring properties are compliant with local regulations and freehold requirements
- Overseeing ongoing property maintenance and collaborating with vendors to solve problems quickly
- Keeping detailed records of property activities and reporting regularly to upper management
- Working closely with colleagues to share insights and improve our property management processes
What You’ll Bring (Qualifications)
Must-Haves:
- Previous experience in real estate property management (especially freehold properties)
- A natural flair for negotiation and deal-closing
- Excellent verbal and written English (Arabic is a big plus)
- UAE market knowledge, specifically Dubai’s real estate scene
- Strong organizational skills—you know how to handle a full plate
- A collaborative spirit, comfortable working cross-functionally
- Valid UAE driving license
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience working with property management software
- Established network of property owners or developers in the region
- Comfortable presenting ideas or giving short updates to a group
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here (Benefits & Perks)
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Opportunity to make your mark in a respected, long-standing real estate firm
- Supportive and approachable management team
- Ongoing professional development—because we want you to keep growing, too
- Friendly, collaborative team that appreciates a good story and the occasional team outing
- Centrally located office in Abu Hail, close to major transport links
- A work culture where initiative and fresh ideas are encouraged
At the end of the day, you won’t just be managing properties—you’ll be part of a close-knit group who genuinely care about making a difference in Dubai’s real estate landscape. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and get started, we can’t wait to meet you.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through a time when you managed multiple properties simultaneously and how you balanced competing priorities on a busy day?
- How do you typically approach negotiations with property owners or developers to ensure deals are both fair and in the company’s best interest?
- What strategies have you found effective for identifying new business opportunities or spotting emerging trends within the Dubai real estate market?
- Describe your process for ensuring that properties remain compliant with local regulations and freehold requirements.
- Have you ever had to resolve a complex maintenance issue with a vendor under tight time constraints? How did you handle it?
- What property management software have you used before, and how did it improve your workflow or record-keeping?
- Tell us about a time you turned a challenging tenant situation into a positive outcome for all parties involved.
- How do you maintain clear and regular communication with both property owners and tenants, especially when delivering difficult updates?
- Give an example of how you’ve used your organizational skills to keep accurate records and report essential information to upper management.
- Describe a situation where you engaged with a cross-functional team to solve a property management challenge. What was your role?
- What motivates you about working in a collaborative, open-door office environment where sharing ideas is encouraged?
- How would you contribute to a culture that values growth, mutual support, and transparent communication?
- In team settings, how do you handle disagreements or differences in opinion to ensure the group remains productive and positive?
- Why are you interested in building your real estate career at a long-standing firm that puts both people and professional development at the forefront?