Senior Consultant

Knight Frank Mena

The Role

Overview

Provides strategic real estate advisory and financial modeling for Middle East markets.

Key Responsibilities

  • business development
  • stakeholder communication
  • feasibility studies
  • financial modeling
  • market research
  • client relationship

Tasks

-Refer business leads or other potential fee earning opportunities into other parts of the regional and global business. -Communicate fully with all stakeholders and colleagues to ensure the delivery of tasks are managed in an efficient and professional manner. -Keep abreast of key trends/developments in real estate regionally and globally in order to provide an informed opinion. -Liaise with other internal departments to coordinate inputs for reports. Cross sell opportunities into regional and global teams. -Liaise with sub consultants and other professionals where required to deliver results. -Undertake feasibility and highest and best use studies, risk assessments and financial feasibility. -Undertake research for the identified services and provide meaningful market driven advice. -Develop financial models from scratch using Excel and other business query tools (such as Power BI), including coding of macros. -Contribute to business development including proposal writing and attending network events. -Build and maintain goodwill, confidentiality, and trust with prospective and existing clients at all times in order to foster the professional image of the Partnership.

Requirements

  • excel
  • real estate
  • 5 years
  • bachelor’s
  • english
  • arabic

What You Bring

-Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. -Ability to work collaboratively with team members. -Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. -Ability to work flexible schedules to ensure successful and timely delivery of projects. -Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. -Clear and logical thinker with well-developed report writing and financial modelling skills. -Minimum 5 years of experience in the real estate sector, ideally with a consultancy. -Knowledge of regional real estate markets. -Have an understanding and appreciation of Middle East macro-economics and drivers of development strategies and real estate sector growth. -Excellent communication and presentation skills. -Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance or a related field. -Software: Microsoft Office programs to a proficient level. Advanced proficiency with Excel required. -Language skills: Fluency in English, written and verbal. Fluency in Arabic is advantageous. -Understanding of regional business culture and regulations. -Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Benefits

-Travel: Flexible attitude towards travelling.

The Company

About Knight Frank Mena

-Founded with a vision to be a trusted partner in real estate, Knight Frank MENA has grown into a major player in the region. -They provide expert services in various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial properties, as well as retail and hospitality. -Specialized in offering integrated property solutions, their expertise spans from leasing and sales to investment advisory and project management. -The firm plays a pivotal role in the MENA region, handling some of the most prestigious and large-scale real estate projects. -Knight Frank MENA is known for its deep market knowledge, offering data-driven insights to guide clients in decision-making. -A strong focus on customer-centricity sets them apart, with a reputation for delivering tailored services that meet diverse needs. -Their footprint extends across the Middle East, with a growing presence in key cities and landmark developments. -The firm’s ability to blend global expertise with local insights makes them a go-to consultancy for real estate in MENA.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Healthcare

Education

Hospitality

Tourism and Leisure

Data Centres

Retail

Capital Markets

Logistics

Project and Building Consultancy

Property Asset Management

Real Estate Strategy and Consultancy