Job description

Vice President – Business Development role within a DIFC-based asset manager focused on regional real estate investments across multiple strategies. The position reports to the Head of Real Estate and is responsible for driving revenue growth, originating investment opportunities, and expanding institutional and private capital relationships across the GCC, with strong focus on UAE and Saudi Arabia markets. The role involves developing strategic business development plans, conducting market analysis, identifying value-driven opportunities, and building long-term relationships with developers, banks, advisors, and investment counterparties. The VP will lead negotiations for high-value real estate transactions, collaborate with internal teams to structure tailored investment solutions, and represent the firm at industry events and networking opportunities. The position requires strong commercial judgment, proven deal origination track record, and experience working within asset managers, private equity firms, developers, or investment platforms. The role also involves preparing presentations, investment proposals, and business cases for senior stakeholders while monitoring and reporting business development performance to leadership.