Lead role in owning the strategy and managing the performance of Aldar’s Industrial & Logistics (“I&L”) real estate portfolio across the GCC region, by driving I&L strategy and execution planning, strategic asset planning, feasibility studies, and IC / MC materials, alongside asset-level business plans, budgets and post-transaction partnership management. The role works closely with the Investments team, contributing asset management insight to new opportunities.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
I&L Strategy & Execution Planning
Own the I&L strategy and translate it into execution plans, portfolio business plans and KPIs
Develop strategy documents and present to senior stakeholders, tracking delivery against plan
Develop portfolio plans based on market position, competitor landscape and available capital
Strategic Asset Planning & Value Enhancement
Drive strategic asset plans, including hold / sell analysis, capex planning and repositioning
Develop and execute asset enhancement plans, and manage value-add and transformation projects
Support execution of asset-level transactions (disposals, refinancings) with AI Finance and Group Legal
Feasibility Studies & Business Cases
Own and execute feasibility studies for developments, expansions, repositioning and capex initiatives
Develop robust financial models, run sensitivity analyses, and evaluate returns
Investment Committee (IC) / Management Committee (MC) Presentations
Prepare and own IC / MC decks, board presentations and memos across the I&L portfolio
Present business cases, risks and projected returns to senior leadership and secure approvals
Asset Performance, Budgets & Reporting
Monitor and enhance asset performance (occupancy, NOI, yields, WALT) against approved business plans
Build asset-level budgets, business plans, forecasts and reports, working with AI Finance
Lead valuation processes, and track capital expenditure and funding requirements across the portfolio
JV & Partnership Management
Manage partnerships post-transaction, including partner reporting, JV board materials and follow-ups
Coordinate with JV partners on capital calls, drawdowns, and financial obligations
Leasing & Operations Oversight
Oversee leasing strategy and performance delivered by the Leasing team, including major renewals
Oversee property management performance, ESG initiatives and compliance at asset level
Investments Support
Provide asset management input to the Investments team on new opportunities and due diligence
Contribute to the review of adjacent I&L sub-asset classes (e.g., data centers, self storage)
RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Min of 10+ years of regional experience in real estate asset management, investments, private equity, or strategy consulting, with a focus on logistics, industrial, or infrastructure sectors
YOE IN MANAGERIAL POSITION
Min of 2+ years managerial experience in an asset management or investment management position (investor and / or corporate) with direct exposure to senior stakeholders and experience in taking asset business plans, investments / long term lease commitments through internal investment committee / corporate approvals process
FIELD OF EXPERIENCE
Proven experience in real estate asset management and strategy, including feasibility analysis, business planning and IC approvals
Good background in investment evaluation and transaction support (from real estate investment firms, funds, consulting, or corporates)
Specialized expertise in Industrial & Logistics (I&L) highly preferred, backed by well-rounded real estate and analytical skills
Solid exposure to key regional markets, including the UAE, KSA, and Egypt
TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Proven track record in improving asset performance and delivering value-add initiatives
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Clear, confident communicator across diverse teams
Sharp analytical and financial acumen
Collaborative, ethical, and adaptable team player
Proactive, hands-on mindset with positive energy
Passionate about sustainability and innovation
QUALIFICATION
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field. MBA, CFA or RICS is a strong plus.