A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced analyst/senior analyst to join a highly respected strategy and consulting department in an established chartered surveying firm. The ideal candidate should have experience working in the UAE.
What this opportunity involves:
Our strategy and consulting team includes seasoned professionals with international advisory experience offering bespoke and localised services. The team leverages their global expertise to offer tailored advice to clients in the MEA region covering all real estate classes including residential, office, hospitality, education, retail, industrial, leisure and entertainment, among others. The team partners with developers, investment companies, family offices and the government to deliver actionable development and real estate investment strategies aligned with prevailing and forecasted market conditions.
Reporting to the associate partner, the objective of the role is to provide self sufficient support in obtaining instructions, preparation of reports, and interacting with clients at the highest level.
Key responsibilities:
- Conduct market research, financial analysis, report writing, presentation, and participation in internal and external meetings.
- Assist in preparation of client pitches, presentations and proposals.
- Solid understanding of the demand drivers for residential, retail, hospitality, and office sectors.
- Understand the basic principles governing macroeconomics and how the macroeconomic indicators affect the demand for real estate.
- Ability to prepare real estate financial models independently is essential.
- Create, update and maintain the database for all the cities across the GCC.
- Contribute to the successful execution of other business development and marketing initiatives as needed.
- Report to the associate partner as well as to the respective assignment leads on an ongoing basis.
- Comply with all company information security policies and procedures to maintain the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information.
- Comply with company data protection guidelines when dealing with personal and/or sensitive data.
Requirements:
- 1-3 years’ experience in real estate development is essential.
- A degree in real estate would be preferred. Educational background in commerce is essential.
- GCC working experience is desirable but not mandatory.
- Strong real estate financial modelling skills are essential.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude towards routine tasks.
- Good interpersonal skills and an ability to quickly form professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proactive and should enjoy working autonomously and as part of a wider team.
- Ability to adapt, prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Willing to travel as required.
- Fluency in Arabic language is preferred but not mandatory for this role.
What you can expect from us:
At Cavendish Maxwell, we foster a strong culture of mutual cooperation and knowledge sharing, where teams collaborate to address common problems and raise standards across the organisation.
We believe in investing in the most valuable resource we have: our people. As part of this practice, we provide unique opportunities to work as part of a multidisciplinary consultancy alongside highly qualified colleagues coming from all over the world.
We also provide a competitive tax-free salary and benefits package that is in line with industry standards, which we know is essential in attracting and retaining the best talent. If you are seeking a place where you will be taught, challenged, recognised and rewarded, in a diverse yet inclusive environment, Cavendish Maxwell is the organisation for you
https://cavendishmaxwell.com/career/analyst-senior-analyst-dubai
