The Leasing Manager is responsible for leading the leasing department, maximizing occupancy, increasing leasing revenue, managing the leasing team, and ensuring an exceptional experience for landlords and tenants.
The role involves developing leasing strategies, overseeing marketing initiatives, maintaining strong relationships with property owners, and ensuring compliance with all Dubai Land Department (DLD) and RERA regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
- Develop and execute leasing strategies to maximize occupancy and rental income
- Secure exclusive leasing mandates from landlords and developers
- Identify new business opportunities and build long-term client relationships
- Maintain a healthy pipeline of leasing opportunities
Team Management
- Recruit, train, coach, and manage Leasing Consultants
- Set individual and team sales targets
- Conduct regular performance reviews and coaching sessions
- Monitor KPIs and ensure achievement of departmental objectives
- Foster a high-performance and collaborative team culture
Leasing Operations
- Oversee the complete leasing cycle from inquiry to contract execution
- Ensure timely property viewings and client follow-up
- Monitor availability, pricing, and market competitiveness
- Review tenancy contracts before execution
- Resolve escalated landlord and tenant issues
Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, investors, and corporate clients
- Provide professional market advice on rental pricing and positioning
- Deliver regular leasing performance reports to property owners
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
Marketing & Listings
- Ensure all property listings are accurate, attractive, and up to date
- Coordinate with the marketing department to promote available properties
- Monitor listing performance across portals such as Property Finder, Bayut, Dubizzle, and company
platforms.
- Recommend pricing and marketing adjustments based on market trends
Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with RERA, DLD, Ejari, AML, and company policies
- Maintain accurate documentation and leasing records
- Ensure all transactions are processed according to legal requirements
Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare weekly and monthly leasing reports
- Analyze occupancy rates, lead conversion, rental trends, and consultant performance
- Recommend strategic improvements based on market data
- Monitor departmental budgets and expenses
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Occupancy Rate (%)
- Monthly Leasing Revenue
- Number of Closed Leasing Transactions
- Average Days on Market
- Lead-to-Lease Conversion Rate
- Exclusive Listings Acquired
- Consultant Productivity
- Client Satisfaction Score
- Renewal Rate
- Compliance Score
Required Skills
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent negotiation and closing abilities
- Deep understanding of the Dubai leasing market
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Financial and commercial awareness
- CRM and property management system proficiency
- Ability to analyze market trends and make strategic decisions
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Success Profile
The ideal Leasing Manager consistently achieves occupancy and revenue targets, develops a high-performing
leasing team, builds strong landlord relationships, maintains full regulatory compliance, and contributes to the
company's overall growth through exceptional market knowledge and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Marketing, or a related field
- RERA Broker Card (preferred)
- UAE Driving License
- Minimum 5 years of Dubai real estate experience
- At least 2 years in a leadership or managerial leasing role
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Attractive commission and performance-based incentives
- Annual leave entitlement in accordance with company policy
- UAE employment visa sponsored by the company
- Medical insurance coverage
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Company-provided tools and resources to perform the role effectively
