Operations Manager

Gaia Living Real Estate isseekinga highly accomplishedOperations Manager for afull-time, a leadership positionto provide strategic and operational oversight across the company's real estate activities in Dubai.This role requires a seasoned real estate professional with deep marketexpertise, strong governance standards, and a proventrack recordof managing complex real estate operations within a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full operational oversight of all real estate functions, including sales, leasing, secondary market, off-plan, and client services
• Design, implement, and continuously improve operational policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Lead, develop, and evaluate senior managers, brokers, and operational teams to ensure high performance and compliance
• Ensure full compliance with RERA, DLD, AML, KYC, and all applicable UAE regulatory frameworks
• Establish KPIs, reporting structures, and performance management systems across departments
• Drive operational efficiency, cost control, and scalability as the business grows
• Work closely with shareholders and executive leadership on strategic planning, forecasting, and expansion initiatives
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes to support informed decision-making
• Oversee CRM systems, broker performance frameworks, onboarding processes, and training standards
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  Represent the company in high-level negotiations, strategic partnerships, and key client engagements

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3-5years of progressive experience in real estate, with significant exposure to the Dubai market
• Proven experience in a management full-time rolewithin a real estate brokerage or property firm
• Comprehensive knowledge of all Dubai real estate areas, including primary and secondary markets
• Strong understanding of UAE real estate laws, brokerage operations, compliance, and reporting requirements
• Knowledge of the UK real estate market is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and manage multi-department operations
• Strong commercial, analytical, and financial acumen
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management skills

Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Real Estate, Finance, Management, or a related field(mandatory)
• Master's degree (MBA or equivalent)preferred
• RERA certification or equivalent professional licensing is an advantage

Why Join Gaia Living Real Estate

• Full-time executive leadership rolewith strategic influence
• Opportunity to shape operational standards and long-term growth
• Professional, corporate working environment
• Competitiveremunerationpackage aligned with experience and performance

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