Leasing Executive - Real Estate

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Al Marwan Group seeks a Leasing Executive to own the full leasing cycle for a mixed-use portfolio in Sharjah, spanning retail, office and residential spaces. With 3 to 5+ years in active real estate leasing, you will bring a bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business or Marketing, deep local market knowledge and proven negotiation, relationship management, and process coordination with Property Management, Marketing and Legal. You’ll drive tenant acquisition, site viewings, lease term negotiations, and tenant mix optimization while delivering regular reporting to senior management and ensuring compliance with regulations and CRM/Yardi systems. To apply, tailor your CV to quantify end-to-end deals and occupancy gains, and craft a concise cover note that reflects strategic thinking and strong communication.

Who we are 

Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, developments and Hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence.

Job Summary

The Leasing Executive is responsible for managing the full leasing cycle, ensuring a smooth process from client engagement to final contract signing. The role requires strong market awareness, customer service skills, system proficiency, and the ability to coordinate seamlessly with internal teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities of the Leasing Executive include, but are not limited to:

• Leasing Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement proactive leasing strategies tailored to the unique mix of components (retail, office, residential) within the portfolio .

• Tenant Acquisition: Identify, target, and secure high-quality tenants. Conduct market research to identify trends, gaps in the market, and potential brand alignments.

• Deal Negotiation: Handle the end-to-end leasing process, including conducting site viewings, negotiating commercial terms (rent, fit-out periods, rent-free periods), and finalizing lease agreements.

• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective tenants, real estate brokers, and existing tenants to ensure high retention rates.

• Tenant Mix Optimization: Curate a strategic tenant mix that enhances foot traffic, maximizes cross-visitation between components, and boosts overall property value.

• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare regular leasing reports, pipeline updates, and market analysis for senior management.

• Collaboration: Work closely with Property Management, Marketing, and Legal teams to ensure seamless tenant onboarding, alignment on promotional events, and compliance with local regulations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: 3 to 5+ years of active real estate leasing experience, with a proven track record specifically in mixed-use projects (Retail + Residential/Office).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

• Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of local real estate laws, zoning regulations, commercial lease structures, and current market trends.

• Negotiation: Sharp negotiation and closing skills with the ability to handle complex, multi-faceted lease agreements.

• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to pitch to corporate brands as well as local boutique operators.

• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in property management and CRM software (e.g., Yardi )