Apparel Group
Leasing Manager
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
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Job expiry date: 19/08/2025
Job overview
Date posted
05/07/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED Undisclosed per month
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
19/08/2025
Job description
The Leasing Manager at Apparel Group is responsible for leading and managing retail leasing activities across the UAE, focusing on securing high-traffic locations for fashion and F&B brands. The role entails developing and implementing leasing strategies to maximize occupancy rates, conducting detailed market analysis to identify prime locations, and leading lease negotiations with landlords and developers. The manager will oversee a diverse portfolio of retail spaces, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to company policies. Responsibilities include managing tenant relationships, collaborating with finance to develop leasing budgets, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and coordinating with brand heads and store operations to align leasing strategies with brand objectives. The role also involves generating regular reports on leasing performance and conducting street-level market research to identify new opportunities.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement leasing strategies to achieve targeted occupancy rates and align with brand objectives
- Conduct detailed market analysis to identify high-potential locations and assess the competitive landscape
- Lead lease negotiations with landlords and developers to optimize lease terms and conditions
- Manage a diverse portfolio of F&B and fashion retail spaces, ensuring optimal location performance and rental optimization
- Act as the main point of contact for landlords and property management teams, fostering strong relationships
- Collaborate with the finance team to develop leasing budgets, forecast occupancy costs, and assess lease profitability
- Oversee lease documentation, renewals, amendments, and expirations, ensuring compliance with legal standards
- Work closely with brand heads, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure leasing strategies align with brand vision
- Generate regular reports on leasing performance, occupancy rates, and market trends for senior management
- Conduct street-level market research to identify potential leasing opportunities and assess property visibility and accessibility
Experience & skills
- Bachelorās degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field
- 5ā7 years of experience in retail leasing within the UAE/GCC, preferably with a focus on retail fashion brands
- Strong network and knowledge of the UAE retail property market and key retail locations
- Proven expertise in lease negotiations, portfolio management, and financial analysis
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships with landlords and internal stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and lease management software
- Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to solving leasing challenges
- Strong understanding of UAE/GCC real estate regulations and leasing best practices
