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Chief Commercial Officer (Real Estate Developer)

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Chief Commercial Growth Officer | UAE Real EstateAn established and highly successful European real estate group, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional developments, is expanding its high-level real estate portfolio in the UAE.We are seeking an exceptional Chief Commercial Growth Officer to lead the commercial strategy, sales performance and market growth of the UAE business.This is a senior leadership appointment for an individual with deep UAE real estate experience, strong market credibility and an established network across developers, master agencies, brokers, HNW clients and international sales channels.The RoleThe Chief Commercial Growth Officer will own the commercial engine of the UAE business — from development and land strategy through to positioning, pricing, distribution, sales and revenue growth.A key part of the mandate will be developing commercial strategies for plots and development opportunities acquired by the Group, determining product positioning, pricing, release strategy, sales channels and route to market.You will lead both the in-house sales function and master agency strategy, ensuring the right people, partners and structures are in place to maximise each development.Key ResponsibilitiesLead UAE commercial growth and sales strategy across the development portfolio.Develop go-to-market strategies for new projects and acquired plots.Drive pricing, inventory, absorption and revenue optimisation.Build and lead a high-performing in-house sales organisation.Develop relationships with master agencies and leading UAE brokerage houses.Establish international sales strategies across key feeder markets.Lead project launches, VIP events, roadshows and international exhibitions.Develop creative strategies to generate demand and market visibility.Work closely with Development, Marketing, Finance, Investment and senior leadership.Provide the CEO, Board and shareholders with commercial insight and forecasting.Build a scalable commercial platform to support continued UAE growth.The ProfileWe are looking for a minimum of 12 years' experience in UAE real estate, including substantial experience with a major and highly respected UAE developer.You will have a proven track record across:Real estate development and salesSenior commercial / sales leadershipIn-house sales and master agency managementHigh-value residential or mixed-use developmentsPlot commercialisation and development strategyPricing, inventory and absorption strategyInternational sales and HNW client marketsMajor launches, roadshows and industry eventsWhat MattersMarket credibility and career stability are essential.We are looking for someone who has built a strong reputation within UAE real estate and can demonstrate meaningful tenure, progression and measurable commercial achievements.Your network should be well established, with the credibility to engage directly with major agency principals, developers, investors, HNW clients and key market stakeholders.We are not looking for someone who simply manages a sales team.We are looking for a commercial leader who can build, influence, create and deliver — someone who understands how to take a development opportunity and create the positioning, distribution and sales engine to maximise its value.The PersonYou will be:Commercially entrepreneurial and strategically mindedHighly connected within UAE real estateCreative in sales and market activationA strong negotiator and relationship builderComfortable with CEOs, Boards and shareholdersHighly analytical and commercially disciplinedA natural leader who attracts high-calibre talentComfortable operating with autonomy and at significant paceThis is not a conventional 9–5 leadership role. The position requires flexibility and market presence around project launches, VIP engagements, roadshows, exhibitions, broker events, international travel and major commercial opportunities.The OpportunityJoin an established international real estate group with a strong development track record, already delivering high-level, strategically positioned projects in the UAE.This is a genuine opportunity to have a seat at the table and play a defining role in the commercial success and continued growth of the UAE portfolio.If you have the experience, relationships, commercial judgement and ambition to operate at the highest level of UAE real estate, we would like to hear from you.Confidential enquiries / applications by DM.