EY Parthenon Strategy Manager Senior Manager - Real Estate UAE

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The Opportunity

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables.  You will work closely with Real Estate, Hospitality and Tourism clients to develop and execute their strategic agendas. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects throughout the real estate lifecycle which include (but not limited to): long-term strategy roadmaps, feasibility studies, concept ideation/development, highest-and-best use analysis, destination strategy, tourism product development (leisure and entertainment),  growth/market entry & expansion strategy, valuation, transactions, due diligence, business transformation and greenfield projects.

Skills and Attributes

As Senior Manager you will help deliver a variety of engagements which includes developing the vision, concepts, and business plans for some of the large developments in the region. Advising clients throughout the real estate lifecycle, such as feasibilities, transactions, operator search and selection. Working with management on parts of the acquisition process and regularly undertaking valuations for strategic priorities, coach and counsel junior team members, ensure quality deliverables and maintain healthy client engagement. 

Education & Qualifications

• A bachelors degree from a top-ranking school with outstanding academic performance. 
• At least 8 years of experience in strategy related work preferably in Real Estate Consulting, Private Equity, or Real Estate Development.
• CFA/CAIA/RICS qualification will be preferred. 
• Experience in commercial real estate, hospitality or tourism with focus on strategy development, acquisition, due diligence, real estate valuation, loan underwriting, asset management, finance, or market research.
• High business acumen and strategic mindset with strong analytical skills and focus on valuation and finance.
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work fast-paced environment. 
• Willingness and flexibility to travel within the MENA region, when necessary.

What we offer

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment and fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

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