Director - Development Strategy

Role Overview

This position is a strategic role within the Office Business Unit at Qiddiya, centered on shaping the office portfolio and ensuring alignment of products, phasing, and development plans with market demands and strategic business goals. The role requires integrating market insights, commercial analysis, and engaged collaboration with stakeholders to drive commercially viable office developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate strategies for office portfolios, assets, and products that correspond with market trends and business ambitions.
• Develop comprehensive business cases, strategic analysis, and prepare executive-level presentations.
• Perform in-depth market research, benchmarking, and analyze occupancy patterns to guide development choices.
• Evaluate risks and opportunities within the office market and devise appropriate mitigation plans.
• Define office product offerings, tenant segmentation, and customer value propositions.
• Assist in identifying strategic partners, anchor tenants, and elements driving demand.
• Collaborate closely with Development, Design, Delivery, Leasing, and Operations teams to enhance project outcomes.
• Offer strategic advice on phasing, prioritization, and investment for projects.
• Oversee external consultants and manage advisory projects.
• Engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders to maintain alignment.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline is mandatory; a Master's degree is preferred.
• At least 10 to 12 years of professional experience in management consulting, real estate strategy, or development-related roles.
• Robust comprehension of real estate market dynamics, occupier needs, and development economic factors.
• Demonstrable experience in market analysis, formulating business plans, and generating strategic recommendations.
• Excellent analytical abilities combined with effective communication and stakeholder management competencies.